I was in the collision repair industry for more than two decades, and I know what it takes to run a successful shop. I started on the shop floor and worked my way up to co-owning a multi-million-dollar, multi-shop operation with five locations. Throughout my career, I’ve hired, trained, and managed teams, and made the tough decisions necessary to sustain and grow a profitable business. I’ve also seen the impact that addiction can have on a shop, its people, and its future, and I’ve faced those challenges personally.
In 2022, I reached a turning point when my struggles with alcohol came to a head. Faced with a life-or-death decision, I chose to pursue recovery. This decision ignited a new mission to help others struggling with addiction. Initially, I concentrated on the collision repair industry, where I've long recognized the need for support. Today, my mission has expanded, and I am committed to reaching and helping as many people as possible.
Before embarking on my business career, I was a Division 1 athlete and coached high school football. Sports instilled in me the values of discipline, leadership, and perseverance. Qualities that I now apply to help shop owners enhance performance, build strong workplace cultures, and tackle the often-overlooked issues of addiction.
Currently, I’m completing my bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Oregon State University, and I’ll release my first book on overcoming alcohol addiction and rebuilding your life this fall. I call Oregon home with my wife and daughter. My work is guided by faith, integrity, and the unwavering belief that it's never too late to rewrite your story.