Losing the two most important role models early in life was one of my hardest challenges. Their guidance, wisdom, and love shaped who I was becoming. They taught me so much about life, values, and resilience, and their absence left me feeling lost in an overwhelming world.

Over time, I realized no one succeeds alone. The value of having mentors grew clearer every day. A mentor doesn’t replace the irreplaceable but offers guidance, encouragement, and accountability. They light the way, sharing insights and lessons that shape your growth. Today, I deeply value the mentors who’ve helped me become a stronger, better version of myself.

It all started with a simple yet fulfilling hobby—building custom beach cruiser bicycles in my garage. This passion quickly grew into something more meaningful when, by the fall of 2009, groups of junior high students began gathering outside, excited to create their own custom beach cruisers. It was in those moments that the vision for Lighthouse Bikes was born, and my journey toward sharing this therapeutic craft with others truly began.