Growing up, I watched my parents work seven days a week to support our family. My dad ran the business, and my mom homeschooled me and my four siblings. I saw firsthand the value of hard work, sacrifice, and commitment. That’s where my drive began—I wanted to make my parents proud.

That same motivation pushed me to excel in sports, earning All-State honors in high school and a spot playing Division I football in college. It’s also where I met my wife. From that moment, I added her to the list of people I wanted to make proud—not just with what I accomplished, but in how I treated others.

When we had children, my drive grew even stronger. I want my kids to look back one day and say, ‘Our dad worked hard. He treated people with kindness, and he made a difference.’

If you elect me as your mayor, I promise to bring that same work ethic to serve you and this city. I will fight for Panama City every single day. I will work harder than anyone to make you proud of your mayor and proud of this place we all call home.