I grew up in a tight knit music scene where I both performed and supported my peers. I joined the Navy after high school for the opportunity to learn more languages. I then worked as an Arabic and Kurdish translator in the Navy for 6 years and another 9 years as a civilian. Since leaving that field I have focused on Olympic Weightlifting where I qualified for finals at the national level.
I'm in the early stages of fatherhood and have the unique privilege of cherishing this time with my family. I'm also using this time to tend to both my body and soul as I focus on health choices and returning to some of the pursuits you see here that bring more light into my life.
MS, Human-Centered Computing, UMBC
BA, Modern Language & Linguistics, UMBC
AA, Iraqi-Arabic, Defense Language Institute
USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach Certification
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification