It's not just what you build.  It's who you build it with.

Growing up, I spent my formative living aboard a sailboat in the Caribbean, moving from port to port, immersing myself in different cultures, and learning that connection is everything.

That perspective shaped my career, from leading global operations and creating immersive experiences that brought thousands of people together, to developing marketing strategies for global brands. Along the way, I discovered a passion for creative thinking, experience design and the operational expertise required to turn ambitious ideas into reality.

I founded Pelagos Advisors to combine human connection, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurship, with a mission to help ambitious leaders navigate growth, create meaningful experiences, and build sustainable businesses.

Because what matters most is what we build together.

I’ve advised Fortune 100 executives, founded and bootstrapped my own businesses, grown venture-backed startups, and acquired, scaled, and sold companies to private equity.

Through it all, I’ve learned that great ideas are rarely enough. Success comes down to execution. The right hire. The difficult decision. The willingness to act when others hesitate.

One truth has remained constant: the best, endurable businesses are built by people with integrity and a bias toward action. Those are the people I believe in, invest in, and want to work with.

Ultimately, it’s not just what you build. It’s who you build it with.