I have a quick wit and a wry sense of humor, I’m what happens when sarcasm learns to multitask.

I started undergrad as a political science major, then realized pretending to be a politician was way more fun than studying them, so I graduated with a degree in theater in acting and comedy. I returned to performing during the pandemic, because nothing says “the world is ending” like diving back into showbiz.

Professionally, I've spent most of my career leading sales teams in the Homeland Security and public safety sector, because nothing keeps you grounded like selling complicated technology to people trained to kill you. But before that, I collected a greatest-hits album of character-building jobs: railroad trackman (yes, an actual “gandy dancer”), UPS freight unloader during peak chaos, server at several popular Chicago restaurants, Capitol Hill Congressional intern, broker’s assistant on the trading floor, and one glorious summer as a bike messenger dodging taxis like it was a sport.

These jobs gave me a front-row seat to human behavior, and a deep appreciation for people from all walks of life. I’m empathetic, allergic to bullies, and have zero patience for closed minds.

Oh, and I’m a father of five, which means I’ve basically earned a PhD in chaos and negotiation. Helping my kids navigate this circus of a world is my most humbling role yet.