Home: Easley, SC. Age: 30. Birthplace: Greenville, SC. Pronouns: He/Him/His. Alma mater: Southern Wesleyan University.
Current project: Improving my personal health through lifestyle changes. Latest contribution to others: Volunteered at a fundraising event for local children’s hospital. Hobbies: Concerts, gym, getting tattooed and collecting Funko Pops. Recently viewed and recommended: How to Train Your Dragon live action.
Personality profile: Open, compassionate, and empathetic. Moral compass: Prayer and my faith. What word or phrase do you use far too often? It is what it is. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Small business owners. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Buying concert tickets. I am a concert junkie at heart. What is at the top of your bucket list? Attending an A Day to Remember concert in their hometown. How do you relieve stress? Going for a walk outside listening to music.
What was your first paying job? Service clerk. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Star Wars. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Know when to provide your opinions and insights and when to keep them to yourself. What is your favorite app? Spotify. I love being able to have music, podcasts and audio books at my fingertips.
What change would you like to see in the world?
Greater empathy towards each other and a greater willingness to help each other out.
What message do you want to send out into the world? Choose kindness. What mega-trend most concerns you? Rise of AI in the workplace. AI is being used to replace a good number of jobs.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My friend Tucker, who passed away during our time in college. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A teacher. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? Spending time with loved ones, reflecting on the good memories. What advice would you give your younger self? Be sure not to open yourself to everyone you think you can trust. Only share insights that are pertinent to everyday life.
Personal motto: Treat others as you would like to be treated. Favorite quote: “Let the light that shines in you be brighter than the light that shines on you” (Dabo Swinney, Clemson Football Head Coach).
