Although I’ve lived many places (New York, Iowa, Pennsylvania, California, and Switzerland) I consider San Diego to be my home.

Throughout my life I have had a variety of jobs, from butcher, to salesperson, to a licensed EMT for a private ambulance company. I’ve worked in the music industry and the tech industry, and even been an art director and lead programmer for a game company.

I spent about 10 years doing print design and working for a design house and service bureau. In the late 90’s, I started my own design company, Jp Arts, which was focused on helping small businesses with print and web presences, as well as some larger clients such as the San Diego Soccers and 92.5 The Flash – a San Diego "alternative" radio station in the 90’s.

In addition to web development, my interests include music, 3D modeling and animation, VR, and photography. I started playing piano around the age of 5, but fell in love with the synthesizer in my late teens. I’ve been making electronic music ever since.

All these experiences have given me a richer understanding of people and their diverse perspectives and needs.