Gary is a 2001 graduate of the University of Michigan where he earned his degree in Sports Management and Communications. He also earned his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree from Walsh College in 2003. Gary lives in Michigan with his wife, Jamie, and kids John Paul and Elizabeth.

Gary founded Wolverine Studios in May of 2006 and his list of produced titles include Total Pro Basketball 2003, Total Pro Basketball 2005, Total College Basketball, Total Pro Golf, Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball and Total Pro Golf 2.