I'm a mechanical engineer passionate about design,
entrepreneurship, and technology. In my spare time,
I develop web applications and practice videography.
Blockchain for Everyone
Public blockchains and cryptoassets are among some of the digital developments I find the most fascinating. The ability to trustlessly tokenize nearly any form of economic value has the potential to disrupt the financial industry, and I've dedicated much of my time building businesses and tools to help people worldwide participate in this monetary revolution.
Birth of Blockchain
IBM Summit Speaker Series Presentation
When infused with a compelling narrative, any technical presentation becomes immensely more memorable. For this reason, when asked to speak to a local high school on the subject of blockchain, I leveraged storytelling to help pique their own curiosity on the subject, making Bitcoin’s legendary origin story the primary focus of my discussion— the anonymous creator, his rebellious intentions, and the unprecedented levels of financial freedom blockchain has enabled around the world.
Research Blocks
Hyperledger Supply Chain Platform
Recognizing blockchain technology's potential to transform traditional supply chain operations, I co-founded a company in 2018 to help bring greater trust and efficiency to the pharmaceutical industry. As CTO, I developed an serverless React + AWS web application, while also managing a team of freelance developers to anchor this platform to Hyperledger, an enterprise-focused blockchain protocol.
Brainwallet Book Club
Blockchain Reading Service
As interesting as blockchain technologies are, there is a steeping learning curve in approaching this subject-- substantial understanding of game theory, cryptography, and financial markets is needed to truly grasp the implications of this technology. To help improve the educational process, I created a monthly subscription box service providing patrons with the best books on blockchain, as well as in-depth reviews of each title.
Gainesville Bitcoin Community Site
Local Business Directory
As an active member in Gainesville's local cryptocurrency scene, I wanted to create a resource that would foster innovation and Bitcoin adoption in my own community. Contacting business leaders via the local Facebook forums, I constructed a directory for Gainesville businesses promoting the acceptance of cryptocurrency payments.