WHY I DO THIS
I’m a proud citizen of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. My ancestors were resilient negotiators and entrepreneurs, leading trade and diplomacy on behalf of our tribe. I carry that spirit forward—bridging communities and directing energy toward things that endure.
By day, I partner with private equity firms and their portfolio companies at Messina Group—helping unlock value across the M&A lifecycle. Outside of work, I scout for New Era Ventures and collaborate with early-stage founders, especially in climate, infrastructure and health.
I believe in technologies that compound for generations, in representation that expands opportunity, and in building the hard things—responsibly—so the next seven generations inherit more than we did.
“Back the work that outlasts us.”
CURRENT WORK
Partnering with PE firms & portfolio companies across the full M&A lifecycle.
Finding next-gen founders at pre-seed and seed. Focus: climate, infra, health.
Bi-weekly notes on breakthrough ideas shaping the next seven generations.
Supporting Native American students with opportunities and resources to succeed.
WHAT I LOOK FOR
Transformational, not incremental
Clear 10× improvement or fundamental cost/efficiency shift.
Energy & Infrastructure
Abundance, resilience, and systems that compound in impact.
Credible pathways
First wedge, real customer pull, and a disciplined go-to-market.
Mission & stewardship
Teams that build with long-term responsibility and agency.
EXPERIENCE
For Founders
Are you building something enduring?
For Investors
Are you shaping the future?