Born in the USA, moved to Mexico at age 5, and returned to the US for College at age 17. Earned a BS in Chemistry in 1974 at Pan American University (Edinburg, TX). Earned a MS in Chemistry from New Mexico Highlands University in 1977. Have worked in Industry (Chemicals, Plastics) for 30 years, with expatriate assignments in Mexico and Canada. Excellent command of American English and Spanish (Mexico), as well as understanding of cultural nuances in both countries.