Growing up in rural northwest Ohio along Lake Erie shaped my values around community and helping others. I met my wife, Layla, while still living in Ohio. In 2021, we moved to Southern California after she received a job opportunity and to be closer to her family. We got married later that year and welcomed our first child, Darius, in 2024.

That season of life also gave me clarity around the kind of work I wanted to do. I realized I wanted my work to have more impact than just going through the day to day. That led me to Thrivent, where I can focus on helping people while being part of something that benefits the community. Today, I help individuals and families get organized financially and move forward with clarity and confidence.

I work with individuals and families who want to feel more organized, confident, and in control of their finances. Many are balancing saving, investing, and long-term planning, and are looking for guidance without feeling pressured.

Most people I work with are simply looking for a clear, steady path forward. With roots in Ottawa County, Ohio and now based in Orange County, California, I work with clients in both communities and beyond.

Being an athlete most of my life, I enjoy staying active and spending time with family and friends. You will usually find me at a baseball game, on a golf course, or at the bowling alley. I also enjoy playing cards and different games, getting outside for walks, and making the most of time with my son. I am also a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE), which is another way I stay connected to the community.