Leadership
Scoutmaster & mentor
As a Scoutmaster, I focus on building confidence and competence. My job isn’t to lead every hike; it’s to equip the patrol so they can lead themselves.
Personal
Expeditions: life beyond work
The same builder–explorer mindset shows up outside the office. I like learning new skills, teaching others, and leaving things a little better than I found them—whether that’s a campsite, a kitchen, or a garage.
Why this matters
The projects I take on in my personal life keep me grounded and curious. They remind me to start small, test ideas, and stay patient when things go sideways—which happens in sales and in construction.
Leading Scouts, framing a roof overhang, or experimenting with a new recipe all exercise the same muscles: planning, communication, risk management, and follow‑through.
Hands‑on
DIY & construction
From wiring outlets to framing an 8:12 roof overhang above our garage, I enjoy learning trades and seeing a project go from sketch to finished structure.
Creative
Cooking & simple systems
The kitchen is my test lab for new recipes, and I enjoy creating simple systems—checklists, guides, and tools that make it easier for other people to jump in and succeed.
Projects
Roof overhang project
Planned and framed a short roof overhang above garage doors, learning how measurements, pitch, and materials all interact to create something that looks simple but has to be right.
Personal first‑aid kits
Built compact first‑aid kits and simple printed guidance for Scouts, focusing on clarity in stressful moments and making the right action as obvious as possible.
Scout tools & guides
Created simple, Scout‑friendly tools like personal first‑aid checklists, role cards for campouts, and patrol flags that make it easier for youth leaders to organize, decide, and take ownership.