In 2023, after growing my beard a bit longer than usual, I decided to become a professional Santa. I attended what is known as the Harvard of Santa Schools : the Charles W. Howard Santa School in Midland Michigan, earning a “degree” in Santa Claus’ing. My inaugural year of being a Representative of Christmas included being the Santa Claus for two of Fresno’s City Council Members, and Club Onderland Lighting Ceremony which is attended by over 600 residents. As my photo will suggest, I have a one of a kind in the world Santa Suit (made by Santa’s Tailor) alongside Irish leather stamped belt with Irish leather Jingle Bells each individually stamped with the Reindeer names. Other Santa cousins call me : “The Real Deal” as I truly have a real beard and very much look the part.