ABOUT

I grew up in Midwest of the United States, with most of my early life spent living in Missouri. I always had an interest in traveling, exploring historical places and trying new things, but realized this would not be possible to fulfill, following a traditional track of life. At 18, I accepted a unique position far outside of my comfort zone that led me across the Atlantic to Europe shortly after.

At first, I found great pleasure in exploring the classical staple cities of London, Paris, Rome, Prague, etc. that everyone dreams of. But something shifted after a promise I made to a dear friend who passed away. That promise became the catalyst for something far greater than I could have imagined. It began with a challenge: each year, I would step outside my comfort zone and try something I would never have considered. The first year, I ran a full marathon in Athens, something that, at the time, felt nearly impossible. The next year, I planned my first solo trip to Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia, quickly discovering my passion of exploring less traveled places. From there, it became a series of challenges and goals—50 countries, then 80, and ultimately 100. With each new place, story, and experience, I found myself shaping not just a collection of passport stamps, but a life that had purpose and meaning. The world transformed into my playground, and I was just getting started. I made a bold decision to visit every country in the world — and from that moment, the adventure truly began.

I couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and the people I’ve met along the way. Follow your passion, manage the risk, and the rest will follow.