Born and bred in Knoxville, I am rooted in East Tennessee. As a father, husband and youngest son of four, I developed a deep passion for team sports, particularly football, baseball and basketball, and nurtured a love for the fine arts and school clubs. This path led me to play college baseball at Chattanooga State and eventually to serve as an assistant baseball coach at Loudon High School. My professional journey began in the gym industry, sparking an appreciation for diverse workout regimens and underscoring the benefits of multisport participation in reducing overuse injuries and fostering championship level athleticism. After transitioning into social work and medical sales, I acquired a unique skill set that I now utilize at Vertical Raise, a platform dedicated to helping coaches, school clubs, fine arts programs, and young students and athletes fundraise efficiently. Committed to success, we aim to raise as much as possible while minimizing the effort required from those we support. Reflective of my life’s work, my role at Vertical Raise enables me to empower others through my personal and professional interactions.