I’m more than just a Product Manager.
My product instincts didn't come from a textbook. They came from years of chasing things that challenged me — outdoors, on a golf course, in a studio, in a kitchen. If you want to understand how I think, this page is probably more useful than my LinkedIn.
About Me
I grew up wanting to understand how things worked — not just technically, but experientially. Why does this feel hard? What would make this feel obvious? That question has been the engine of my career.
And my weekends.
Music
Create Stuff Without Rules.
I DJ and produce across genres — it's been a constant in my life longer than any job title. Production taught me how to make decisions under creative constraints, how to listen for what's missing, and how to shape an experience for someone you'll never meet. The parallels to product work are real, even if the output sounds a lot more fun.
Outdoors
Fresh Air Fixes Many Things.
Whether it's a boat day, fishing, bike ride, or just getting away from screens and into open space, being outside resets me in a way nothing else does. I think some of my best product ideas have come outdoors where I wasn't trying to think about work at all.
Golf
Stay Humble On The Course.
There's no faking it on a golf course — the feedback is immediate and honest, which I respect. It's taught me patience, course management, and how to stay composed when things don't go to plan. The fact that it also takes you outside for four hours with good company doesn't hurt.
Cooking
The Original Design Problem.
You start with constraints — what's in the fridge, how much time you have, who you're feeding — and work toward something that has to land perfectly for the person on the other side. I cook from scratch as often as I can, I'm always experimenting with new techniques, and I take an embarrassing amount of pride in a well-executed meal.
Crafting
Making Mind Into Matter.
Woodworking, art, random crafts — whatever the project, I find something grounding about building something with your hands. There's no backlog, no stakeholder review, no sprint. Just a problem, some materials, and a finished thing at the end. It's the closest I get to a clean separation between work and play.
I've always believed the best professionals are the ones who bring a full life to their work — not just a resume. The curiosity that sends me down a new trail, the patience I've built on the golf course, the discipline it takes to finish a project in the garage — all of it shows up at work whether I plan for it or not. That's not a coincidence. It's the point.