Home: Hudson, WI. Age: 38. Profession: Father, husband, CEO, treasurer. Organization: 9Seven Consulting, AX Capital Compliance, Same Day Processing Caging, 10Six Consulting. Title: Founder, Owner, CEO, Treasurer. Significant other: Alex, my wife and greatest source of joy and strength. Alma mater: Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, MN.
Current project: Expanding my businesses to empower more campaigns and small businesses with top-tier financial compliance and fundraising solutions. Recent recognition: Serving as treasurer for some of the most principled conservative committees in history. Recent professional development: As of the last election cycle, served as treasurer for more conservative committees than any other professional in the US. Latest accomplishment: Managed financials for more sitting GOP congressional members than any other accountant in the US. Latest contribution to others: Coaching my kids' soccer teams, volunteering at our church, and being present in the lives of extended family. Recent travel or adventure: took my young children to Europe for the first time with my wife. Last book read: American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant, by Ronald C. White. A great general and American, and a great book.
Moral compass: My Christian faith, rooted in the teachings of Jesus and the Gospel, guides my decisions with integrity and compassion. How do you define a perfect friendship? A friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Clear communication, shared values and mutual respect. Business works best when there is alignment and trust. What is your greatest joy? Knowing the unconditional love of Christ and reflecting that love through fatherhood, marriage and service. What is your guilty pleasure? Late-night standup comedy and nostalgic sports highlights from the '90s. How do you relieve stress? Red light sauna and cold plunge therapy. What is your go-to workout? Running in new cities when I travel. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? My wife, Alex. Her presence turns any place into an adventure.
What was your first paying job? Working summers in my father’s auto body shop. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? NBA Jam on Super Nintendo. “He’s on fire!” still rings in my head. What book have you repeatedly read? The Call of the Wild, by Jack London, a reminder of nature, instincts, and survival. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. It never gets old. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? A framed photo of my father. His work ethic and encouragement were foundational. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Never let anyone borrow anything you’re not willing to give to them as a gift. What company or organization do you most admire? I admire what Joe Rogan has built, both in standing up for free speech and in creating a platform where questioning government overreach is welcomed.
What is your big idea?
Campaign compliance can—and should—be modern, ethical, and empowering.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? Bringing transparency and integrity to campaign finance, while modernizing processes through technology and service-focused teams. What change would you like to see in the world? A world where integrity and transparency define public service, fostering trust in our institutions. What message do you want to send out into the world? Do the hard work, stay curious, serve others, and never lose your sense of humor.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? The Treasurer. What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Tom Hardy. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Jesus Christ. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A race car driver. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS. What advice would you give your younger self? Work smart, learn from others, build early. And don’t sweat being misunderstood.
Personal motto: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do” (Mark Twain). Favorite quote: “History is written by the victors” (Winston Churchill). Desired epitaph: Well, that escalated quickly.
