Wade started in September of 2007 as the Rec Leader, after graduating from Emporia State University with a Bachelor in Recreation Management. He was the Adult Coordinator for 7 years and is now the Community Outreach Coordinator. He was born and raised in Oberlin, KS until moving to Emporia, KS for college. After college he moved to Montrose to pursue a career in recreation. He has held many positions within the MRD including Rec Leader - Youth/Adult Sports, Rec Coordinator - Adult Programs, and Rec Coordinator - Outreach. While here he met his wife, Emily, who works at the School District. Together they have 3 children, Boston, Emerson & Grayson. When not working, he enjoys coaching his kids and being outdoors with his family.