I consider myself a motivator. In 2017, I had a massive heart attack called a ‘Widow Maker’. With this type of heart attack, there’s only a 3% survival rate. I flatlined for 10 minutes, and was resuscitated in the ambulance as we pulled into Summerlin Hospital. Summerlin Hospital was amazing, they saved my life! Ironically, I later found out that the first nurse that helped me was actually a Facebook friend, whom I had never met. It goes to show how small our community can be. I’m living proof that life truly can be short, and we can take it for granted.
I have been married for 31 years. We have one son and one daughter. Both live here in the Las Vegas area. I grew up in the Bay area. I have two brothers and one sister.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
For 20+ years I ran a graphic design and printing business. I also ran networking groups to help small businesses in the community thrive. After 2020, I sold my business. I now currently run a mountain bike touring company taking advantage of the beautiful trails we have here. Most of my tours are tourists from all over the world, so I get to share my knowledge of the area with them. My main reason for opening the mountain bike touring company was due to my heart attack and my focus on becoming healthier and fit. You can find out more about my business, Vegas Hyper Adventures at VegasHyper.com.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Hawthorne Grill and Roma Deli
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
16 years, going on 17
Q: Who is the most interesting person you've met here in our community?
Steve Shorr, now passed. Steve was a long time Las Vegas Broadcast TV Newsman. He was amazing with incredible stories.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Belize. It is me and my wife’s retirement plan. Mountain bikes and jet skis, that’s all we need!
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
My favorite TV show is Ghost. I also like to watch cooking shows.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Don’t be macho, be sure to get yourself checked. When you do, be sure to ask for the Echocardiogram.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Ride the Slick Rock trail in Utah and the Flume Trail in Lake Tahoe.
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
I love all music, it makes me happy. I can listen to anything!
Q: What current (or former) local business are you a frequent visitor of in our community?
REI, they are my go to store.
Q: If you could choose anyone living today (or has passed) and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
My dad. He passed a long time ago. I’d have him to my house and make him Kahlua Pig in my backyard.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
How small it can be, I seem to see someone I know everywhere I go.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
In Belize, its my ultimate goal.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don't know about you?
I hate flying. I do it, but I really don’t like it.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Hawaii
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
The month of November and the Las Vegas weather. Thanksgiving Day, grubbing and having 4 days off work.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
My wife. She is my rock.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Again, my wife.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Roses….”always stop to smell the roses.”
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Relaxation, Comfort, my backyard paradise retreat
