User:DeMarcus McNeil/sandbox

Early Life: DeMarcus McNeil was born in October 1982, in Peoria IL. to Dionne Causey and Wendell McNeil. Along with his three brothers and two sisters, Demarcus was raised in West Peoria. DeMarcus attended Peoria Public Schools where he excelled in academics as well as sports. He was heavily recruited by several division one schools for his unparalleled basketball and football skills. Due to an knee injury during his senior year, DeMarcus traded in his basketball jersey for a U.S Military uniform. He served four years in the Military, and worked for the Military on the civilian side for seven years.

Career: DeMarcus has had a variety of career experiences. He worked in the military for eleven years, four of those eleven years were active duty. During the active duty years, he served as a truck driver. Along with truck driving, McNeil also has experience as an insurance salesman, HVAC technician, multimedia/film production, and personal training.

Education: Mr. McNeil attended Peoria Public Schools for his early years. He graduated at the top of his class from Woodruff High School and briefly attended DePaul University before entering the military. DeMarcus is currently seeking a degree in applied science.