I do my best work when I participate in the freedom to explore complex ideas, clarify complicated systems, and get my hands dirty in the work. Preferably, in conscious (in-person) collaboration with others—who are committed to the good, the true, and the beautiful—toward meaningful works.
Where I've been
Over the years, I have explored many domains as a software designer, web developer, project manager, product strategist, information architect, writer, fitness trainer, line cook, theatre projectionist, rare coin and diamond merchant, amateur horticulturist, glassblower, and postal worker.
- In 2009, I created a recipe blog to learn SEO. Its success landed me a multi-book deal that has since produced a national bestseller, seven translations, and sold over 300,000 copies.
- From 2010 to 2015, I designed and developed over 100 websites for small to medium-sized businesses under the brand, Designpx.
- From 2014 to 2020, I was part of the core leadership team (CTO) at GMB Fitness. Leading product development, implementing project management, and improving team cohesion systems and practices across the company.
- From 2020 to 2022, I took a work hiatus to pursue unencumbered thinking, reading, and other philosophical, spiritual, and embodied practices.
- In 2023, I joined the The Vervaeke Foundation to help launch their series of websites.
Where I am now
Beginning in 2024, I began building Exploriter in earnest. A symbolic portmanteau for a creative endeavor comprised of ideas, interests, and collaborations. Some of which have long lingered in my mind and heart and since they refuse to leave, I must pursue them.
- exp/daily — A learning companion and library, centered around minimum daily practice, and organized by mutually affording principles and taxonomies.
- Exploriter Studio — a highly selective web design and development studio and successor to Designpx. Focussed on clarity, for discerning clientele, and an homage to simple HTML, CSS, and JS.
- Walking Games — a walking (ad)venture.
I am currently invested in (and investigating) various projects, DAOs, NFTs, and tokens in the Bitcoin and Ethereum ecosystems.
Outside the business realm, I have recently taken up the art and craft of drawing and am exploring relief wood carving.
I maintain a diverse physical fitness practice that includes kettlebell training, rope flow, stability ball, elements of qigong, bodyweight floor movements, breathwork, and all the fresh air and sunshine I can get.