Over the years I've done a lot, seen a lot, learned a lot, and came to know a lot about different things. It's all shaped what I choose to believe and what I value... a lot.
One of the few things that I can and do believe in is service and the life long journey of cultivating a strong character. I'm far from perfect or even close to the being the person of good character that I hope to one day be. It's a daily struggle but every small act of kindness, gratitude, and service I either receive, witness or partake in helps me move in a better direction. That version of me in the future, who is just ahead and still growing one day at a time.
I have dedicated myself to service and pursuing careers where I can positively impact the lives of others by finding ways to reduce suffering. It's a big world with big human problems, I'll try to do my part to make it better.
I’m an Experience Designer…
I craft impactful experiences that enhance products, services, and the way we interact with the world.
I believe that Design is a service —a tool for positive change, inclusion, and accessibility. I thrive in collaborative environments, turning insights into meaningful solutions that move us forward.
I'm a mentor...
Not because I have all the answers, but because I believe in sharing wisdom and perspectives that have shaped my journey. Mentoring is a mutual exchange of growth—a space where lessons are both learned and shared. Every person carries a story, wisdom to offer, and something new to discover.
I’m a Veteran…
My 16 years in the reserves took me across training missions, humanitarian efforts, natural disasters, and combat deployments—each shaping my perspective in profound ways. These experiences reinforced the value of communication, teamwork, and adaptability, proving that true success comes not from individual effort, but from collaborative human connections.
I’m a Deliberate Amateur…
I embrace curiosity, experimentation, and lifelong learning—approaching new challenges with a beginner’s mindset and a willingness to explore without fear of failure. Whether it’s art, design, or problem-solving, I find joy in the process of discovery, iteration, and growth. Mastery isn’t the goal—understanding, evolving, and creating with intention is.
Beyond Design…
When I’m not improving human experiences, I’m seeking adventure—exploring the outdoors, experimenting with art and digital media, diving into books, testing new recipes, and finding ways to infuse play into life and problem-solving. My curiosity keeps me on my toes, and lately, I’ve been exploring creative writing—more to come on that!
2024 turned into an unintended longer than expected break from employment... booo! :( But I tried to make the most of it while also still learning and growing my skillsets. And the year allowed me to have some unexpected yet rewarding experiences.
Maine & Atlanta: Participated in veteran programs that focused on mental health and well being.
NYC (Advancing Research 2024 conference and visit friends).
Spain & France: Fulfilled a long time bucket list item and completed the 500+mile Camino de Santiago.
Portugal, Madrid, & Barcelona: While in the area, decided to stick around and see what I could
What will 2025 bring?
Who knows ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ but I can assure you it will be an interesting adventure
A few more things about me, though its always best to sit down and chat either in real life or virtually.
Feel free to reach out and lets chat.
Ready Player One....
I believe in the power of play—a space for experimentation, discovery, and fun. Play is messy, chaotic, and exciting, but most importantly, it’s how I explore new ideas, techniques, and creative processes. Check out a few of my hobbies—they’re not perfect, but they’re constant explorations that fuel my creativity.
Currently struggling to get through the first few chapters. Grief is difficult to manage, especially when it relates to losing a loved one. But I am determined to feel the feelings and eventually finish this book.
Explorations across different mediums. Some day if I end up improving my craft enough this will break off into its own website 😂
Sculpture in the Spring. One sitting
Memorial of the first deaths in the Iraq war 2003
An experiment mash up of a painter I cant recall the name but I wanted to add something fun
World Cup Argentina
Sketch and Abstract were used for artifact creation for both design and research as well as version control & file management. Pluggins were used to connect files to other prototyping tools.
