My great-grandparents arrived from Italy with a dream to create a brighter future for their family and to leave behind the European wars and lack of opportunity. Their classic American immigrant story was built on the successful businesses they created, everything from an Italian restaurant to an olive oil import-export company. Over a century later, this is my inspiration for wanting to run a small business.

 After I finished college, I joined the United States Marines Corps to give back to the nation that had offered so much to my family. I had the honor of being a Cobra attack helicopter pilot and leading teams of aviators on deployments in East Asia. I managed mechanics recovering damaged aircraft in remote locations and implemented strategies to keep my Marines and millions of dollars of hardware safe. These experiences, along with an MBA from the University of Virginia, have provided me with a solid foundation to effectively run a company.

 I now live in Virginia with my beautiful wife, Sage, and dog, Gigi. When free time presents itself, I try my hand at fly fishing in the mountains.