Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I was raised watching my dad grind—grocery stores, bait shops, restaurants—doing whatever it took to provide. I was always by his side, learning what hard work really means. At 17, becoming a dad myself, I had no choice but to step up. Now at 29, running Pizza Town USA and The Hilltop Restaurant, I carry those lessons every day. Six years in, I’m proud of how far we’ve come—with my dad still beside me and my son watching it all. This is more than business its legacy

How do you stay motivated?

What keeps me motivated is my son and my name. When I start something, I finish it and make it work—no excuses. I want to prove, day in and day out, through good times and hard times, that I can get it done. Quitting has never been an option. My biggest drive is to never give up, no matter what stands in the way. Everything I do is for my son, to build a future for him and set him up for life. That’s what pushes me every single day.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won $25,000 from Entrepreneurs of Impact, I’d invest it straight back into my business to grow The hilltop & Pizza Town USA and put it all over the map. It’s more than a dream—it’s something I’m building every day through hard work and determination. This opportunity would help take things to the next level. I’d also take a small vacation with my son, just to recharge and clear my mind, so I can come back even more focused and ready to keep pushing fo