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 design experiences and enjoy working collaboratively to bring impactful experiences to products and services that help improve our way of life. Design is a service and I believe in has the ability to move us forward towards positive change and a more inclusive and accessible world.
I'm a mentor...
Not because I have all the answers, but because I believe in the profound beauty of sharing wisdom and the helpful perspectives that have gotten me through some tough situations. Life is an endless journey of discovery, and mentoring offers me the chance to impart the lessons I've gathered along the way. We're all travelers on our own individual journeys, seeking to maximize the gifts we've been given. So why not extend a hand to guide others when our paths cross? It's a symbiotic dance of growth and evolution, where each step forward is both a lesson learned and a lesson shared. In this grand tapestry of life, every soul we encounter has a story to tell and wisdom to impart.
I'm a veteran...
In my life, I've found myself existing under skies both familiar and foreign. Each experience, feeling more like having lived multiple lifetimes in parallel universes, has shaped my perspective in profound ways. With 16 years in the reserves, I've had to navigate diverse experiences, missions that span training, humanitarian efforts, natural disasters and even combat deployments, that have shaped my perspective profoundly. These moments of personal growth underscored the importance of communication, teamwork, and adaptability. They highlighted the vital role of community, showing that greater success is not just individual effort, but the result of collaborative human connections.
When I'm not busy trying to improve human experiences, you'll often find me looking for adventures, both within and beyond the bounds of Texas. Whether exploring the outdoors, delving into various art forms art mediums (includes digital experiments), expanding my perspective through books, planning out how to live more sustainably, or trying new recipes, my curiosity tends to keep me on my toes.
Whether I'm exploring the great outdoors, delving into various art forms (including digital experimentation), broadening my horizons through literature, strategizing ways to live more sustainably, or experimenting with new recipes, my innate curiosity keeps me constantly engaged and eager for new experiences."
Oh, I like to play games, all kinds. I enjoy games and gaming of all types. Board games to console games, sports to trivia and puzzles. I think play is an important part of creativity, growth, and learning.
You'll find me all over Texas, but mostly bouncing back and forth between Houston and Austin.
In 2023 I have ventured out state, taking trips to Hawaii (for a much needed vacation);
San Francisco (for Config and to catch a ballgame);
Sonoma (to visit family);
Irvine ( to catch a ballgame, co-work, and visit friends);
Atlanta (for DragonCon and to co-work with friends);
and NYC (to explore and to co-work with friends).
2024?
Who knows where adventure will take me ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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.
As mentioned above, I like to play and the idea of play to solve problems and enjoy life. Different activities allow me the opportunity to figure out new things, ideas, techniques, etc. Play is messy, chaotic, exciting and AND, more importantly, FUN. Feel free to check out a few of my hobbies. Far from perfect but definitely explorations and experiments that help me understand and appreciate creative processes. Here are a few things that I am currently exploring and learning from doing.
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.
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.
