I work alongside an amazing team as we provide cross-border trade finance solutions for the U.S. and Latin American countries.

I am a science-fiction and technology author. My fictional works are produced without the use of AI, and my non-fictional works are AI assisted.

LeverageAI is a company I founded for my investigations of AI/ML. The goal of the company is to identify the possible impacts of AI/ML and then apply leverage in those areas to generate value for society.

Entrepreneur in Residence at Antler, a global venture capital firm managing over $1.5 billion in assets. Participating in an intensive program that supports entrepreneurs in identifying high-potential opportunities, building scalable businesses, and securing investment. Working closely with a network of founders, mentors, and investors to refine strategies, create innovative solutions, and accelerate business growth from day one.

Our team has built a civic media platform that is used to help empower citizens across the Rio Grande Valley. It is part of an ongoing investigation to help make the saying "the system is broken" obsolete. As a result of this investigation my team and I also a came to the conclusion that a new product called Rizome can help solve a lot of problems with funding for non-profits, mutual aid groups, and community initiatives by bringing business and local causes together.

Managed inventory and equipment at Outdoor Adventure Center, provided excellent customer service, and maintained a safe environment. Duties included handling customer needs, following legal guidelines, and ensuring the store's good reputation. Also responsible for administrative tasks, budgeting, inventory control, cash handling, and daily operations. Other roles involved teamwork, customer follow-ups, and ensuring safety in various outdoor situations.

Led a team at the Pet Lodge, caring for up to 25 animals daily, which included overseeing overnight stays, feeding, and medication. I communicated daily schedules and handled advanced training like teaching dog manners. My skills included administrative tasks like filing, budgeting, and inventory management, as well as supervisory duties in daily operations and customer service. I also did physical work like cleaning, lifting heavy items, moving animal kennels, painting, tree removal, and lawn maintenance.