Connecting through technology. Building meaningful companies. Empowering others.
I’ve worked with companies from tech unicorns to Fortune 500 enterprises to lead, scale, and innovate in product operations. I’m the Cofounder of Lucky — building commerce technology to bridge the gap between brands, retailers, and their customers.
Previously, I cofounded and led a successful software product development agency, Waker. Our award-winning product and engineering strategy helped 100+ companies scale to success and catalyzed multiple exits.
Outside of career pursuits, I’ve invested into my personal passion for helping others by working with multiple nonprofits and organizations. These include being a certified startup & small business mentor on The Venture Mentoring Team, and previously serving on the Board of Directors for The 52 Million Project and Franklinton High School.
I grew up in Columbus, Ohio and taught myself UX & UI design at 12 years old. I went to The Ohio State University to study Computer Science before leaving to scale my first company.
Living full-time in Miami, FL & often working in NYC. Previously lived in Los Angeles, CA, Dallas, TX, & Columbus, OH.
Additionally — dog dad, lifelong car enthusiast, fan of contemporary art, love to travel, and pass time boxing and golfing.
notable press coverage
Business Insider Most Promising Startups of 2023, According to VC's →
Omni Talk Spotlight Series: Lucky →
Unusual Ventures How startups should hire today →
Forbes 30 Under 30 Retail & Ecommerce →
Nasdaq Forbes Under 30s Ring the Closing Bell →
TechCrunch Lucky is bringing brands, retailers together →
AlleyWatch Lucky Raises $3M to Make In-Store Fulfillment Seamless →
Unusual Ventures Unlocking omnichannel: Our investment in Lucky →
TechOhio Waker Delivers Digital Innovation to Startups →
Business First How a self-taught design entrepreneur is using his passion for startups to deliver success →