An entrepreneur at heart, I approach all obstacles and challenges with intensity. As a vigorous researcher, I both learn and share my knowledge with those around me in the pursuit of personal and professional growth. Growth, a central theme and pursuit in my life, allows me to not only improve myself but also our clients and our team members. I often focus my efforts in a handful of areas: 1) The progression of human development and how we can improve ourselves 2) Growth strategy for businesses and 3) The rapid evolution of technology.

My professional achievements include:

1. Managing all digital marketing for UCHealth
2. Managing all of CSU Online’s degree programs including the online MBA, which grew enrollment tenfold during my five years.
3. Assembling an incredibly talented cast of all stars to deliver tremendous results for their clients
4. Building and selling over five companies both within the digital space as well as other “traditional” industries

I bring a wide and varied perspective to the Brillity office. At one point, I taught both primary and secondary students, which, if you look at good marketing as a way to educate others, ties in quite nicely. I also co-wrote a couple of books, honing my skill as a writer – a skill that comes in handy around here. I use it daily for our team and our clients and continue to learn new and better ways to develop messages that resonate. One incredibly challenging, yet rewarding role I held was as the director of marketing for Northern Colorado’s largest healthcare network, UCHealth. At the time, we were faced with heightened competition from another major healthcare network. We not only managed to keep them at bay, but also grow our network. I also had the pleasure of developing and leading an incredible in-house team of passionate marketers.

At work, I’m passionate about our clients, both as people and as business owners. I’m committed to my team, who will tell you I pay close attention to the words and their overall well being. I love the challenge of developing a great workplace culture and watching others grow. Once a teacher, always a teacher I guess.

Outside of work, I hop on the mountain bike as much as I can, work to keep our family heading in the right direction, listen to great music and read great books. I highly recommend everyone read “Stillness is the Key” by Ryan Holliday. You’ll learn to appreciate your life way more.  Oh, and I can die a happy man. The Cubs finally won. Sure, it’s been a couple of years ago, but after not for 108, I’m still enjoying it.

Favorite quote: “Don’t let the beauty of life escape you.” -Ryan Holliday

Favorite band: Wilco

Favorite guilty pleasure book series: Lee Child’s Jack Reacher

I’ve called Fort Collins my home for quite some time even though I grew up in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I might be slightly obsessed about a handful of things. Most days, I find myself contorting my body into weird positions at the climbing gym or convincing friends that they should play a board game with me. I also enjoy being challenged by shows like True Detective and The Expanse, although I do admit to the guilty pleasure of East Bound and Down.

At my desk, I focus on providing actionable information for clients by interpreting the data we collect. I also develop methods to find valuable insights through the online actions that we track using a variety of analytics.

Off the clock, I head to the hills for as much powder as I can find. Unless, of course, there’s no powder, then I head to the hills in my Lotus and enjoy the scenery. I consider myself to be a lifelong and dedicated “professional entrepreneur.” Licensed as an attorney in the state of Colorado (USA), I specialize in business and employment law and manage my own law practice in downtown Denver.

My consultation and advice come backed with my in-depth professional experience that spans hundreds of court trials, arbitrations, legal disputes, and business transactions as a partner level attorney as well as participating in domestic and international business deals.