I’m a Arizona native. I’ve lived in Illinois for to 22 years. I have 4 children 3 boys and a girl. I’ve dedicated my life to hospitality, leaving multiple successful restaurants in my path. I wake up each morning pushing myself harder than I did the day before. Quitting is never an option in my life, because making an impact on others is what drives me.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have an amazing better half Tasha and 4 wonderful kids Dallas 18, Devin 13, Aven 11 and Gracie 9.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I belong to the Cold Stone family where the sky is the limit. I have an extensive culinary background ranging from resorts, country clubs to fine dining. The number one thing I love about what I do is the smiles I get when some is enjoying what I’ve prepared for them. Every customer that comes into the store is an opportunity for me to change the direction of their day. I love it.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Biaggi’s, Texas Roadhouse, Watson’s
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I’ve lived and worked in the CU area since 2016.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Ryan Elwell. This man is the hardest working man I’ve ever met. He is also the kindest, most honest individual you’ll ever meet.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Anywhere in the South Pacific, Tahiti maybe Java.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
The Office
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Never give up. No matter how hard life hits you in the face and keeps kicking you while you are down, get up and keep pushing forward. The meaning of life is the example you give to people around you as you walk through your life, both rough days and days of praise.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Visit an island in the South Pacific
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
Zac Brown Band, Jelly Roll
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Jelly Roll (Jason Deford). He is an amazing artist that has risen from the bottom and has a great ability to connect to his audience. We would definitely go to Watsons. they have the best fried chicken.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The people. So many different cultures. You get a little bit of everything.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Sitting on a beach letting my money work for me.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
That I write music and short stories.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
The deserts of Arizona
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
December. Christmas
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
My Family
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My Family and Friends
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
After it rains in the desert
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Love, Peace and Happiness
