I'm a builder, operator, and connector. What I love most: finding great builders, supporting the operations that turn early-stage chaos into sustainable growth, and connecting them to the people and capital they need.
These days, my focus is primarily USAF-focused defense. Previously, I was COO at Kard (built the cardholder network to 45M+; hired and managed initial teams across finance, HR, marketing, product, engineering, compliance, and account management) and Head of Operations at Upwave (employee #8, scaling from seed through Series B).
I studied computer science and Russian at Duke, where I stay involved as a mentor and volunteer (currently serving as the NW Florida Alumni Admissions Chair). After growing up in North Carolina then living in both San Francisco and New York City, I currently call Florida home.
Investing & Advising — Working with early-stage founders building American strength in the areas I love: defense, aerospace, and operational infrastructure (with soft spots for two-sided marketplaces, security, and fintech)
VP of Product & Partnerships at SBCC — Building the tech and relationships that bring innovation to the warfighter faster
I live on the Emerald Coast and can be found flying, diving, playing tennis, lifting heavy, and fan-girling fighter jets. If you're visiting the area and like those things too, reach out.