A spark ignited on the set of Popeye and Peggy, a kids show in Indianapolis, Indiana when the host pulled me from the audience for an impromptu bit. That moment lit a fire that has never gone out.

Upon moving west to Mill Valley, California in 1979, I quickly found home with the Ensemble Theater Company, ETC was part of a nationally recognized drama program known for launching Hollywood careers. That training led me to Los Angeles, where I began working steadily in commercials and television, landing 95 episodes as a series regular on FOX’s Tribes, along with memorable recurring roles on Midnight Caller and standout guest appearances on Star Trek: The Next Generation (as Jack London), Cheers, China Beach, California Dreams, and more. National campaigns for Coca-Cola, Hugo Boss, and Macy’s cemented early success.

In 1995 I made a conscious choice to step away from Hollywood and experience life beyond the soundstage. I became a father, an entrepreneur, and a motorcycle road racing champion. From 1997 to 2000, I served as Senior Art Director and Data Acquisition Engineer for the world-renowned Ducati racing team Fast by Ferracci. During the dot-com boom, I helped launch Hotwire.com before founding my own award-winning creative agency, Mojotown Multimedia, which earned design accolades and became a university case study. I later launched RaceFuelZ, a healthy hydration drink that gained traction in retail and sports sponsorships—Star Trek fans may remember our exclusive “RoddenBerry” flavor.

I didn’t just take a break from Hollywood or the business. I went out and lived multiple lifetimes so when I made my return to the business, I’d have a much deeper well to pull from. Now back in Los Angeles, fully re-immersed in acting, writing, and live performances. Currently studying at The Groundlings, collaborating on a dark comedy web series called Dumb Luck with former castmates, and actively seeking new representation.

Battle-tested, creatively charged, armed with amazing stories and a burning desire to tell them through my work.