My introduction to the outdoors took place in the Wasatch Mountains. From climbing, skiing, mountain biking, and running, I knew those mountains like the back of my hand. I felt confident in the outdoors, and much of that was built around the relationship I had with my gear. Early on, I recognized how important it was to have confidence in the gear you use, and knew that poorly designed equipment was capable of ruining someone's experience in the outdoors. This has inspired me to design outdoor gear that solves real problems and focuses on the needs of the consumer.

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I have found that my most successful designs have been driven by dissatisfaction with the gear we use, which in turn has led to meaningful innovation. My own experiences in the outdoors have fueled my designs, and although I am by no means a professional skier or climber, I consider myself a professional learner. This has allowed me to focus on the needs of the end user so that I can develop successful products that contribute to a positive experience in the outdoors, rather than hinder it.