Ron was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, into a family of builders. He began using woodworking tools at an early age as he helped with the family business. He graduated with an education degree from Edinboro University and earned a master's degree from Wilkes College, both in Pennsylvania. He was a teacher for thirty-four years and owned a photography business for twelve years as well. During that time, woodworking was always his creative outlet. Now retired and living in Arizona, that hobby has become a full-time endeavor. Nowadays, he's either working in his shop or traveling to mills around the country in search of the perfect piece of wood. In addition to his own designs, Ron works with designers to create custom pieces for clients. With the help of today's technology, he has developed relationships with wood suppliers across the country who work with him to find exceptional pieces of wood. His work is shown in galleries and design centers in Arizona, Utah, and Wyoming.