Building platforms, ventures, and experiences across 35+ countries. Where academic rigor meets entrepreneurial storytelling.
Over the past two decades, I’ve worked across education, travel, and entrepreneurship — launching ventures like Waverii, a global surf travel marketplace spanning 40+ countries.
My work sits at the intersection of culture, business, and storytelling — turning ideas into systems that grow, scale, and create real-world impact. I hold a Ph.D. in History from the University of South Florida.
Two decades of scholarship on cultural and economic systems — with a particular focus on the Americas and the way subcultures become economies.
Specialized in Latin American history with focus on cultural, economic, and social systems shaping coastal communities — University of South Florida.
USF · Dissertation Honors
20+ years working across 35+ countries in education, business, and community development. Fluent in Spanish and conversational in Portuguese.
35+ Countries · Fluent Bilingual
Former professor and program director, designing courses and leading transformative international academic experiences at Southeastern University.
Associate Professor · Advisor
Selected academic and cultural work exploring Latin America, history, and global experience. Published through Academia.edu and scholarly platforms.
Every venture, podcast, or research project follows the same four movements — regardless of scale.
Foundation-first approach ensures scalability and sustainability from concept through execution and beyond.
Transform complexity into organized systems that everyone understands and can execute against with confidence.
Ensure every action supports the larger vision and drives consistent progress toward meaningful goals.
Test, measure, refine, and optimize continuously to achieve and exceed targets across all initiatives.
A selection of ventures, nonprofits, and experiences built from the ground up — each one a system designed to last.
01 · Marketplace · Live
A global surf travel marketplace connecting travelers with local providers across 40+ countries. Built and scaled to 520+ providers across continents, creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs and unforgettable travel experiences.
02 · Nonprofit · Latin America
Nonprofit supporting youth development through sport, reaching over 1,000 student-athletes across Latin America. Creating pathways for underprivileged youth through structured athletic programs and life-skills development.
Cultural & public history experience in Ybor City with 100+ bookings and 80+ five-star reviews — connecting travelers to authentic local heritage.
Botanical garden and plant nursery built in Nicaragua in collaboration with local and indigenous farmers, promoting sustainable agriculture.
Real estate brand focused on local insight and modern lead generation — serving the coastal community with specialized market expertise.
— A working philosophy
Two seasons. Forty-plus episodes. A decade of conversations with scholars, surfers, and changemakers around the world.
A storytelling platform exploring surf culture, history, and place through a global lens. Connecting scholars, nonprofit leaders, and adventurers from around the world in long-form conversation.
Video content exploring travel, culture, and storytelling across global perspectives and communities.
An illustrated children's book introducing surfing, etiquette, and environmental awareness to young readers.
I take on a small number of ventures, advisory engagements, and storytelling projects each year. If you’re building something ambitious — let’s talk.
The complete archive. Every platform, podcast, publication, and professional link — consolidated.