Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration comes from leaders who challenge conventional thinking and build systems that actually work. Ray Dalio’s principles around truth and decision-making influence how I approach business, while Nayib Bukele’s bold leadership shows the power of decisive action. Most importantly, my children my twin boys and my daughter motivate me to lead by example and build something meaningful they can be proud of.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay grounded in purpose. I’m building something that solves a problem I’ve experienced firsthand after years of organizing group travel. But the deeper drive comes from my family, I want them to see what persistence, creativity, and belief in your ideas look like in real life. Every challenge is a reminder that building something meaningful is worth the effort.

What would you do with the $25,000?

The $25,000 would help accelerate the growth of Let’s Gravel as we prepare for full launch. We would invest in product development, user testing, and targeted marketing to onboard more organizers and travelers. The goal is to quickly scale adoption, improve the platform experience, and continue building the trusted infrastructure for modern group travel.