Some of my fondest memories are exploring the early internet as a teen, discovering slices of life I never knew existed, drawing, making logos, editing photos. Those quiet moments with a computer gave me the sense that technology truly can bring people closer together.

In high school and college I became passionate about philosophy and consciousness. I was equally obsessed with psychology and how complex our brains are—these pieces of wetware that can simultaneously master quantum physics and forget about a friend’s birthday.

Later, I discovered the singular value of mental health, as therapy helped to lift me out of a dark place, and physical health through the pursuit of powerlifting. My athleticism was the first product I really applied myself fully to, mastering movement, theory, mindset, and nutrition.

Design has been the constant. It became the single place where all of my interests intersect: philosophy to guide, psychology to understand, design to create. Whether I’m deadlifting 800 lbs or thoughtfully shaping the way a person understands their health data, the process is the same: build a strong foundation.

Since those early days, I’ve committed myself to designing ways to make people’s lives easier, and just maybe, if I’m lucky, nudge humanity forward.