Founder and President of StraightUp Solar since 2006 that is led by the guiding light of our CLEARE values: Community, Leadership, Education, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. First NABCEP certified solar installer in Missouri. Past Missouri Solar Energy Industry Association (MOSEIA) president and Amicus Solar Cooperative board chair.

Practicing orthopedic surgeon and president of Advanced Bone and Joint.

Member of White Men for Racial Justice and supporting member of Punch Up.

Driving force: love my kids and make them proud by getting off the porch and going to get my people.