Ross is a native of Charlotte and a member of the GRRCC since 2020.  Ross is a supporter of the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, a board member of Stand For Animals Veterinary Clinic, and a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. Ross has welcomed Golden Retrievers as family members for 20 years.  Currently, his dog Jake is a Therapy Dog and they have over 100 hours of therapy work mainly at hospitals in all departments, with children of all ages and those with special needs, and with elder care.