Education

University of Kansas
B.S. Business Administration 1999 - 2003 Political Science concentration

Work Experience

Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument
Atlas Aviation Tampa Inc. 01-01-2026 - Present Selected to support training operations at Atlas Aviation’s expanded location Mentor and standardize three newer instructors; reinforce SOP discipline and professionalism Deliver structured instrument and proficiency training emphasizing weather judgment and risk management Maintain precise training records; ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 61
Commercial Pilot & CFII (Contract)
Freelance 2020 - 2026 Contract PIC/CFII conducting instrument training, flight reviews, and proficiency checks Performed Part 91 operations emphasizing conservative decision-making and safety-of-flight
Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument
Atlas Aviation Tampa Inc. 01-01-2006 - 2020 Delivered 700+ hours of dual instruction emphasizing IFR proficiency and ADM Prepared students for FAA Part 61 checkrides with 100% first-attempt pass rate
Chief Executive Officer / President
RedElk Land Co. 2016 - Present Led multi-state firm with responsibility for compliance, training, and risk management Built teams centered on accountability, clear communication, and disciplined execution
Vice President, Land Specialist
Southeast Land Consultants, Inc. 2005 - 2016 Earned ALC and CCIM designations; advised on complex, regulated transactions

Aircraft Experience

DC-9, DC-9, DC-9, DC-9
  • Time in Type: 131 hrs
  • Last Training: May 31, 2005
  • Training Type: Type Rating
  • Facility: Embry Riddle