I’m a CPA by background, but my career has been defined by building and scaling businesses at the intersection of community, events, and entrepreneurship. I began in public accounting, starting at KPMG in the Real Estate Tax group, and later shifting my focus to small business owners and entrepreneurs at Beaird Harris. I loved helping clients build sound financial systems, and that passion for supporting creative businesses ultimately led me to the podcasting industry. In 2014, I co-founded Podcast Movement, which has since grown into the largest conference and trade show for podcasters and audio professionals in the world. As President, I’ve helped evolve the brand into a full-scale media and education platform: • Podcast Movement, our flagship summer event, brings together nearly 4,000 podcasters and professionals from around the world. • Evolutions by Podcast Movement, launched in 2020, draws nearly 2,000 attendees each spring for a segmented experience tailored to creators and professionals. • Our newsletters reach tens of thousands of podcasters every week with news, insights, and tools. • PodcastMovement.com has become a go-to destination for education, industry coverage, and community connection. In 2015, I joined Midroll Media (later acquired by E.W. Scripps) as Business Manager, where I worked alongside the CFO on finance, strategy, and operations for a fast-growing podcast network and ad platform. I later served as Director of Live Events, producing tours and activations that brought creators and fans together in real life. Outside of the podcast world, I’ve continued building businesses that bring people together. I co-founded Card Party, a new convention series connecting Pokémon creators and fans through panels, interactive experiences, and community-building. I’m also co-owner of two event venues in Plano, TX: event1013, a historic Texas Landmark venue, and Bouré Event Studio, a modern space for everything from parties to pop-ups. Across every role, my focus is the same: create meaningful experiences, support growing communities, and build systems that scale. When I’m not working, I’m spending time with my wife and three kids or cheering on my alma mater, the University of North Texas.