Home: South Lake Tahoe, CA. Age: 40. Birthplace: South Lake Tahoe, CA. Organization: The Heartbeat Brand. Title: Founder, CEO, Designer. Alma mater: Academy of Art University.
Current project: Working on licensing deals with major brands. Latest accomplishment: “Color Vibes” Designed a vibrant 48-style hat collection, all in youth and adult. Latest contribution to others: I offer no-cost business consulting to many, as a way of giving back. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Taking a $420k business loan to continue to grow The Heartbeat Brand. Hobbies: I’m an avid athlete. Sports are my first passion, and still one of my favorite things to play and watch. Last book read: The Problem of Life, by Mark Clark.
Personality profile: Kind, loving, positive, fun, outgoing, funny, playful; a dreamer. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Athletic. Moral compass: Through God all things are possible. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Professional athletes. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Technology and fashion, always. What is at the top of your bucket list? Europe. What is your go-to workout? Pickleball or padel. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? The beach.
What was your first paying job? Coaching private tennis lessons when I was 14. What was your favorite college course? Psychology and Geology. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Soccer. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Don’t sweat the small stuff. What company or organization do you most admire? Fanatics.
What is your big idea?
Logos with meaning, putting passion into fashion
What change would you like to see in the world? More law-abiding citizens. What message do you want to send out into the world? If you can dream it, you can do it. What mega-trend most excites you? Crypto.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? The Hat Man. What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? I’m a SAG member, so I’d play the current me; maybe younger me if I shave my face. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Muhammad Ali. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A professional soccer player. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My laptop.
Personal mission: Building a community united by shared interests and passions by offering meaningful logo-wear hats that inspire individuals. Personal motto: #AllSmiles. Favorite quote: “The best is yet to come.”
