Finding My Anchor My journey didn't start on a traditional path; it was shaped by constant movement and adaptation. Growing up adopted, my childhood was split between families on the Big Island and Oahu. Moving constantly meant I had to learn how to adapt and make new friends year after year. By the time I graduated from Waianae High School, I was a bit of a rebel, searching for my own sense of independence and stability. Because I rarely had a permanent foundation growing

Picture: 18 years old. The Foundation My journey in protection, strategy, and service began long before I ever put on a military uniform. I initially cut my teeth working in private security in Las Vegas. It was a fast-paced environment that required constant vigilance and a sharp read on human behavior. It laid a strong foundation, but I knew I was being called to a higher level of service and a much deeper crucible. The Forge I answered that call by enlisting in the Unite