I have been an arborist for 7 years and before I began working for Texas Tree Surgeons I used to collect, gather and split firewood. It was mostly for personal use but sometimes I helped a friend with acquiring and splitting wood for a mobile wood burning pizza he operated.

I fell in love with Texas Tree Surgeons originally as a customer as they helped me with my oak that was struck by lightening. Through my in depth conversations with my arborist I realized that this was the path for me. I immediately noticed the care and love Texas Tree Surgeons had for trees and and their ethos aligned with my values and interests of working with nature in the best interest of trees.

My way to arboriculture is through my background as a private chef, gardener and native plant enthusiast. I grew up in the Santa Monica Mountains in Los Angeles and I would go on nature walks with my mother regularly because she ran the Sierra Club Walks where they would  identify and forage edible mushrooms and plants.

One of the newest team members to Texas Tree Surgeons, I have been caring for trees in the metroplex since 97’. I am a tree hugger at heart and find it rewarding to provide care for one of the greatest living things in our world.

I have a degree in forestry from Stephen F. Austin State University and a ISA certified arborist since 98’.

I love hanging with the spouse Jaime and three boys Alex, Brendan
and Joseph. If not with them, I can be found outdoors which involves fishing, hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking.

Favorite tree is the Bur Oak.