I know what it's like to feel "less than." Growing up, I wrestled with self-identity, constantly trying to figure out who I truly was. In high school sports, I was always the smallest, definitely not the smartest, yet I always pushed myself to become the best version of me. Then in 2008, I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, and it was there that I saw how my past struggles were beginning to shape me. I wasn't the fastest, strongest, or the sharpest among my peers, but something set me apart: a sense of awareness, empathy, accountability, and resilience. That’s what marked me as a leader.
Serving as both a U.S. Marine and later as a police officer, I’ve spent 17 years in public service. Those experiences have molded me, imparting lessons that no textbook could teach. Through every high and low, fitness has been my foundation. It’s been the cornerstone of my journey, a reliable presence that has helped me transform pain into purpose. When life threw me challenges, fitness was there, teaching me perseverance in its purest form.
In late 2018, about four years into my law enforcement career, I found myself yearning for something more. Losing a close family member took me back home to Long Island, New York, where I mourned with family and friends and was hit with the realization of life’s brevity. Returning to Denver, Colorado, I felt a renewed sense of purpose and set my sights on bodybuilding. Bodybuilding isn’t just a sport—it stays with you. It’s taught me consistency, discipline, and dedication on a level I hadn’t yet known. Since 2019, I’ve competed three times, with each competition yielding better results. And while my days are filled with the responsibilities of a demanding career, being a husband, and being a father to a beautiful three-year-old daughter, I’m determined to keep pushing toward my dream of earning that IFBB Pro title. It may take time, but I’m patient. I’ll get there.
Along the way, I’ve found another mission. I know there are men out there facing the same struggles, feeling the same pain. I’m determined to find those who, like me, want to create a better life. To them, I say: you’re not alone. I want to help you tap into your potential and find your Command Presence. Through character development and a foundation of fitness, I’ll be with you every step of the way. Whatever you seek in life, it begins within you. You hold the key, and there’s an untapped potential within you waiting to be discovered. It won’t be easy, but the greatest achievements are often found on the other side of adversity.
Don’t wait any longer. Start your journey today.
