Mike Papale is currently employed by Metro North Railroad as a conductor. Prior to Metro North, Mike was employed in the insurance industry for over 20 years. He also spent three years teaching Middle School at St. Francis of Assisi Middle School in New Britain, CT. In addition, he has been heavily involved in the youth basketball programs in Wallingford. He is the director of the Ulbrich Boys and Girls Club basketball program and is also the Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach at Fairfield College Preparatory School.