I’m a Colorado native, and after more than a decade in Golden, it’s truly home. I was raised in that classic Colorado way—snow in the winters, trails in the summers, and a constant connection to friends, family, and the outdoors that’s stayed with me.
I’ve always been a creative person drawn to storytelling in many forms. I work in video production and digital media, where I’ve spent years creating content that highlights real people, real experiences, and the communities that shape them.
I’ve recently been developing a documentary project called “Where the West Remains,” which explores the culture, history, and evolving identity of this town through the people who live it every day. I’m also driven by a vision to fold all of that creative energy into a community-centered space inspired by the spirit of a historic Wild West saloon, reimagined as something more family-friendly and immersive—where local history, creativity, and connection come together as one.
My background spans everything from broadcast production to marketing and educational media to community organizing. At the same time, I enjoy the more playful side of creativity, too—some people know me from Humpday Update, my satirical online show, while others might recognize me around town leading Adventure West e-bike rides or Golden History Tours in the golden bandana and a cowboy hat.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants or breweries in our community?
I tend to bounce around and enjoy the experience of popping into different local spots rather than sticking to just a few. I appreciate places that still feel authentic—good food, good people, and that old-school, long-standing customer service vibe. A few standouts for me are the Sherpa House, Columbine Cafe, The Golden Diner, and Bob’s Atomic Burgers—each one has its own personality and traditions that have been a part of the community for a long time. My running joke is you can’t go more than half a block in Golden without finding coffee, ice cream, or a beer… and the real question is—what do we call it when you get all three?
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I arrived in 2009 as a wide-eyed, ambitious, creative, soon-to-be family man and have never looked back. A lot has changed since then, and not everything has gone according to plan—but that’s life. Staying rooted here is the one thing that has remained steady and continues to define my path.
Q: What is one of your favorite hiking or biking trails?
When it comes to trails, I’m pretty much a purist. You’ll find me on the mighty table tops or looping around the Galbraith area. I also just love the Clear Creek river trail, P2P, or along the Welch Ditch Trail. There are others, too, I won’t give away, but I avoid almost all of them on weekends.
Q: What advice would you give to yourself 10 years ago?
Don’t stop building and connecting. Boost your confidence and take more risks—especially creatively. Meet more people, spend less time behind the screens, and get out there, kid. Service to others goes a long, long way, and nature has a way of healing everything, so enjoy every sandwich!
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Coming out of COVID, I had stepped away from the news media world for all the right reasons and was hungry to get back to work. A randomly selected group of oddballs came together—and became the dream team that would help open the Golden Mill. Those early days gave me a chance to really lean into my creativity, and help shape what it was becoming. I’ve always loved the history and evolution of old spaces, and it’s been rewarding to see it grow into what it is today. For me, the Golden Mill will always hold a special place as it become the well-known community institution it is today.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I think my favorite thing about this community is how uniquely it’s positioned in the valley from season to season—the way the sun hits it, how the weather moves through, and how the trees bloom or the river flows as the winds shift. I love looking at the town from different angles and just taking it all in. And of course, the deep-rooted history adds a kind of spiritual sense you can feel if you spend enough time here.
Q: What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
Most people don’t know I’ve been making video content well beyond the invention of YouTube. With my four brothers, I ran a sketch comedy show called “The Mr. Stinky Show” out of San Francisco in my earlier years. That experience really shaped my creative foundation and love for film production. I still find a lot of joy in documenting events and festivals, and today that naturally extends into the social media space, where I find new ways to tell stories, capture moments, and connect with audiences. Side note—I’m also pretty crazy about skateboards, too. Who knew.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My family is what inspires me to be better. My mother, who raised five boys, is incredibly inspiring, and my father—now in his 80s—still enjoys a good roller coaster ride. Spirit for life runs deep in our family. I’m constantly trying to stay grounded in the teachings of the elders, while also showing up as a role model for my own kids. A lot of what shapes me comes from that mix of family, lived experiences, MISTAKES, and inspiration from nature, music, comedy, film, and entertainment.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Peace, comfort, stability, My community is my belonging—it’s where the heat is, and Where the West Remains.
