A long time resident of Anne Arundel County. He grew up in Linthicum and in the business. Warren developed his passion for the business working as an asphalt maintenance and repairer in the summer of 1968. His father, Austin Rice, started Mid Atlantic Asphalt Inc in 1975 and Warren continued his dedication to the industry in 1975 when he went to work with his father as a laborer. His talents became obvious and he was quickly promoted to crew foreman in 1978 and then to superintendent of operations in 1985. By 1992, Warren became an owner in the company.
In addition to being a dedicated and valued partner in the family business, Warren takes pride in giving back to the community. An avid sports fan, Warren was instrumental in developing sporting opportunities for children in the county. Warren was the founding father of the Brooklyn Park Broncos where he coached from 1991 to 1998. He also coached youth football for the Andover Apaches from 1986 - 1990. He provided leadership to both the Broncos and the Apaches by serving on their Board of Directors from 1991-1998 and 1989-1990 respectively. Warren was made a Hall of Fame member of the Andover Apaches in 2008, an honor that he cherishes.