Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by the people who get overlooked or counted out, because I’ve been there myself. Supr5tr is the first thing that ever made me feel accomplished, and building it is shaping who I’m becoming. My son motivates me to grow the drywall and turnover side, and my dog Fatboy inspired my dog‑shoe invention after seeing how the heat affects pets. Everything I build comes from wanting to protect, uplift, and create opportunity.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated because Supr5tr is essential to my life—it’s the first thing that made me feel proud of myself. It’s giving me a future I’m shaping day by day. My son pushes me to keep building, my dog Fatboy inspires my invention work, and the people who’ve been counted out remind me why second chances matter. That purpose keeps me disciplined, focused, and moving forward no matter what challenges come up.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use the $25,000 to advance my dog‑shoe prototype into the next development stage, secure materials, and begin small‑batch testing. I’d also invest in essential equipment and marketing for Supr5tr LLC so I can continue building my drywall and turnover services company and hire more overlooked workers. This funding would accelerate both my invention and my company’s impact.