Jan 18, 2019Golden ScarsJanuary 18, 2012. That date is forever etched in my mind, and in stone (a headstone to be exact). That was the day I woke up to the chaos of doctors and nurses trying to resuscitate my son Eli who had passed away in his sleep after a four and…Cancer5 min read
Published in NewBoCo·Mar 23, 2018Iowa Companies Need a New Tech Recruitment StrategyIn a weird paradox, Iowa can celebrate a historically low unemployment rate and a growing economy while also being in the midst of a major workforce crisis. All across the state, employers are having trouble filling the increasing number of tech jobs. Almost every fast-growing company in the state is…Education3 min read
Published in NewBoCo·Mar 1, 2018We’re Rebranding! Meet NewBoCo K-12 EducationNewBoCo’s been up to a lot these past four years. We’ve grown from a small startup accelerator to a nonprofit with programming supporting education, innovation, and entrepreneurship for Iowans of all ages. As we’ve grown, we know it’s been hard to keep up with what exactly it is we do…Education3 min read
Jan 23, 2018Two Life Lessons From My Son’s Battle With CancerOn January 18th, 2018 (the 6 year anniversary of my 7 year old son passing away) I was added to a FB Messenger group with 100 other people sharing and discussing a video of a guy who held his dog in his arms as it passed away. Everyone was talking…Cancer3 min read
Jun 26, 2015My Coin experience (after the first week)Most people generally know me as an early adopter when it comes to tech. Kickstarter was the worst thing to happen to my wallet since SlickDeals.net. I have every Nest product they offer and am almost an Apple fanboy, but don’t think I qualify since the watch doesn’t appeal to…Coin5 min read
Aug 26, 2014The #ALSicebucketchallenge Charity Envy EpidemicThe #ALSicebucketchallenge Charity Envy Epidemic The success of the ALS ice bucket challenge has been phenomenal. I can only imagine being in the ALSA offices and watching the bank account grow daily. Let alone the amazing feeling of awareness growing for the cause you’re so passionate about. I know I have certainly been moved by…4 min read
Aug 6, 2014This is Why You Should Be MentoringMEN·TOR ˈmenˌtôr,-tər/ noun an experienced and trusted adviser. I’ve always had a problem with the idea of being called a mentor. For some reason I tend to feel that I need to be an expert in a particular field in order to qualify. I also feel like the “stuff” that…5 min read
Jun 27, 2014How Hacking for Good Helped Our NonprofitWhile my “day job” is to fill the role of the Chief Information Officer at Radiology Protocols in Iowa City, I’m also the President of Beat Cancer Today which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises money for childhood cancer awareness, research, and support programs. …4 min read
Jun 27, 2014The Exclusive Club You Never Want to JoinA Father’s Day Wish to Childhood Cancer Dads — I wouldn’t be the man that I am today without my incredible Dad. Nor would I be the man that I am today without my two incredible sons Eli (www.elisarmy.com) and Isaiah. I’ve also recently been blessed with the addition of two beautiful step daughters. I am honored to know…2 min read
May 5, 2014To the Mothers Who Lost Their Child to CancerA Mother’s Day Wish — As the Dad to a warrior (@elihorn) who lost his life at the age of 7 after battling cancer for over 4 years (both Neuroblastoma and Leukemia), I am blessed to know a LOT of amazing moms (my own being at the top of that list). That being said, I…2 min read
