My journey began in Kansas City, where sports and staying active were ingrained in everything I did. From swimming competitively to running alongside my dad, my family fostered a love for sports. Throughout high school, I played multiple sports, and working at Nike during those years gave me a taste of the industry firsthand. It wasn't just the experience, it ignited a desire to contribute through innovative design. After college, working at a running store deepened my connection to sports products and the people who use them. Talking to footwear technical reps fueled my ambition to design game-changing gear. That's why I'm now at the University of Oregon, pursuing a Master's in Sports Product Design. This isn't just the next step, it's about pushing the edge of what's possible in the world of sports.