I moved to Puget Sound in January 2011 with eight hundred bucks in my pocket, a dream for a better life, and as many possessions as I could fit into half of a two‑door Chevy Cavalier. From the moment I arrived, I began working hard and building a community from the ground up, rising steadily in Seattle’s restaurant industry (finalist, James Beard Foundation), continuing my education, and giving back wherever I could. Today, you’ll find me volunteering throughout the region, creating art, caring for my fiancée and our two dogs, and providing exceptional service — as a licensed Real Estate broker, community member, and friend.