Born and raised in Nashville, Ron attended culinary school in Louisville, Kentucky. After school, he experienced cooking in various kitchens such as Gaylord Opryland Hotel, Vanderbilt, and Marriott Hotel. He put down his knives for a while and pursued a career in HIV advocacy with Nashville CARES for five years before returning to the kitchen. He recently closed on a new home in North Nashville and enjoys watching movies, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.