In 2020, my life changed in an instant. A motorcycle accident left me in a wheelchair for six months and unable to walk for a year. (And yes—I still ride.)

During that time, I needed something to focus on, so I taught myself design, branding, website building, and marketing. What started as a way to pass the time became a passion—and eventually, the foundation of my career.

After my recovery, I became a firefighter and Public Information Officer, serving my community for three years. That role taught me the importance of clear communication, teamwork, and keeping people informed during critical moments.

In 2023, I launched Municipal Core, a company focused on making government websites more accessible through transparent pricing and a “build your own website” approach. While the mission mattered, working solo in the public sector was challenging. For example the sales cycles were long, budgets were tight, and competition was everywhere.

That experience showed me I could make an even bigger impact in the private sector. So I founded The Tennessee Website Company with a different vision: helping creative businesses actually grow through great design, authentic branding, and websites that work—without the corporate fluff or confusing jargon. My approach is simple: keep it real, approachable, and focused on results.