At the beginning of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in June 2014.
About ME
My passion is designing gear and apparel that inspires and improves how others seek out their own adventure.
Midwest born and raised, I spent most vacations heading west to find mountains. For me, there is no better feeling than leaving the flat plains behind and watching mountains grow larger in the windshield. I hope everyone has a chance to experience that feeling of coming home.
Personally and professionally, my ah-ha moment came when I was training for the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu. In preparation for the trip, I spent hours researching the best gear for the trip and was inspired by the idea that a pair a boots could make or break the journey. I loved researching the design process that was involved in creating just one product and was so inspired that I moved across the country to pursue a MS in Sports Product Design.
I plan to combine my engineering background, my graduate degree and my love of exceptional mountain views to pursue a career in the outdoor industry.