
My story starts in Wisconsin, where responsibility arrived early. As the oldest child of divorced parents with a mom facing long-term health challenges, I became hyper-aware of what money meant for stability, safety, and support. By 13, I was asking my dad to break down his salary so I could understand exactly what “being taken care of” looked like. I started working at 14, committed to school, and focused on building a life where I or my family never had to worry again. For years, I believed the best way to create that future was through a traditional Wall Street career. Everything changed...