Racing

I’m really just a guy who loves to compete. Before I was old enough to drive a car, I raced sailboats. I have been an athlete my whole life and always had a strong competitive spirit. Driving race cars for me was just what I did. I raced as a professional for 11 years. I had a great career - stood on a lot of podiums and sprayed lots of champagne. I loved every minute I spent in a race car and miss it every day. But not to worry, it is a young man’s sport and I’m not so young anymore (shhh).

The Great Outdoors

Growing up in British Columbia, you have to love the mountains and the ocean. You have no choice. In the mountains I ski, in the ocean I fish. Most of the fishing I do is for Pacific Salmon. It’s exciting fishing and also great eating. I fish out of Ucluelet, British Columbia, where I own a resort, The Terrace Beach Resort. Check it out sometime.

Dog Lover

I’ve always loved dogs. My pack has ranged from 6 to 1. I’m not sure whether me + 1 equals a pack…possibly a quorum. Regardless, I have always had dogs. My brood has consisted of a 14-year old French Bulldog - Swifty Lugnutz - an Alaskan Malamute, Pris and lots more. Because I’m such a dog lover there is an organization that both my friends and I believe in - Much Love Animal Rescue is a 100% nonprofit, no-kill organization dedicated to reducing overpopulation, abuse and neglect of domestic animals. Since 2000, they have successfully placed over 2,000 animals in loving homes. Check it out: http://www.muchlove.org

Hockey Fan

Straight up, I love hockey. I love to play it and love to watch it. I’m from Vancouver, BC. My team therefore is the Canucks and for the record, i like the new rules. The game is faster and I think the shooting is awesome.

Epicurean

As I’m sure you can tell by my ever-increasing size, I love food, but not just eating it but preparing and cooking it too. A part of this process is pairing food with great wine. I did a wine show in Canada called “Hollywood and Vines“. I created it with my friend Terry David Mulligan.