Mr. Malone graduated from the University of Rochester in 1991 with a degree in political science and history. Upon graduation he worked in the telecommunication & software industries holding positions in sales, business development, marketing and corporate strategy. In 2005 Mr. Malone started Viola Leasing and became a RimTyme Custom Wheel and Tires franchisee with North Carolina locations in Durham, Spring Lake, Charlotte, and Winston-Salem. And a Virginia location in Colonial Heights.