In 1992, Taylor graduated with honors from North Dakota State University with two bachelor's degrees in Agricultural Economics and Mass Communications, and a minor in Animal & Range Sciences.

Taylor's early career also included directing communications for Northern Plains Premium Beef Cooperative and growing veterinary pharmaceutical sales for Fort Dodge Animal Health.

Since graduating from college through present day, Taylor has managed his family ranch, which consists of nearly 2,900 acres of range and hay meadows and supports more than 200 commercial Angus cow/calf pairs.

[2] During the 2011 North Dakota Legislative Assembly, he worked on broad-based tax relief, promoted public policy transparency and advocated for the needs of roads, schools and children.

Taylor's priorities for office include a balanced approach to energy development; a long-term economic plan; solutions to North Dakota's water challenges, a new commitment to children's health, well-being, and education; and a common-sense government where everyone's voice is heard.

He has held leadership positions with Zion Lutheran Church, North Dakota Stockmen's Association, Dollars for Scholars, Towner Area Beef Promoters, Towner FFA Alumni, the Rural Leadership North Dakota Council, and the Souris Basin Planning Council Revolving Loan Fund.