Home: Bradenton, FL. Age: 43. Birthplace: Bradenton, FL. Pronouns: He/Him/His. Alma mater: Florida State University. Languages spoken: English and Spanish.
Hobbies: Sports. Recent travel or adventure: Tijuana, Mexico. Last book read: For the Love of the Game: My Story, by Michael Jordan. Recently viewed and recommended: Lincoln Lawyer. Recent unique acquisition: Oura Ring.
Personality profile: Empathetic, resilient, community oriented. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Laid-back. How do you define a perfect friendship? Trustworthy and loyal, supportive and understanding, reliable and present. What is your greatest joy? My two boys. What is your guilty pleasure? Cake and soda. What word or phrase do you use far too often? Relax; it’ll be alright; we got this. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? The military. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? A beach.
What was your first paying job? Cook at Joan Maree’s Restaurant. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Red Rover and Capture the Flag. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Training Day. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Treat people with kindness and respect, because how you treat others shapes who you are. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Prioritize integrity and relationships. What is your favorite app? Zillow. What is your go-to source of news and information? The internet. Major news sites (CNN, Fox News). Local newspaper.
What change would you like to see in the world?
More empathy and kindness, supporting each other to build stronger, more connected communities.
What message do you want to send out into the world? Treat others with kindness and respect, never underestimate the impact of small, thoughtful actions. What mega-trend most concerns you? Growing economic inequality.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? Unbroken. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A professional football player. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My phone. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my two boys, either at a shooting range or playing golf. What advice would you give your younger self? Be loyal and true to those who love you. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? My thirties.
Personal mission: Learning from my past and being a good example to my boys. Favorite quote: “Integrity makes my job easier. It’s deception and dishonesty that requires so much diligent effort” (Bobby Bowden). Desired epitaph: Strength in every struggle.
