Anthony P. Mauro Sr. works out of his home near the picturesque horse farms of Colts Neck, New Jersey. He is an accomplished writer, author, humorist, businessperson, and entrepreneur born and raised in the charming town of Monmouth Beach, located on the iconic "Jersey Shore." He does his best writing in the solitude of his tiny home office. Anthony is widely acclaimed for his advocacy of environmental stewardship. His influential writings have guided and educated state legislators on the essential principles of natural resource conservation, confirming his reputation as a respected author. Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey, appointed him to his Department of Environmental Protection gubernatorial transition team. Anthony's diverse background also includes a short career as a singer and songwriter with hits that charted in the top ten in secondary radio music markets. He received his MBA from Monmouth College.