From Farm Fields to Solar Fields

Every journey begins with a connection. The renewable energy industry is often described through miles of transmission lines, gigawatts of capacity and ambitious projects that shape the future. Yet behind every achievement is something even more important: people. The relationships we build with mentors, colleagues, partners and friends help us navigate challenges, discover opportunities and create lasting impact. Together, these connections form a network that is every bit as important as the infrastructure we design and build. This bracelet symbolizes that shared journey. Just as energy travels across a connected grid, ideas, encouragement and opportunities move through the relationships that strengthen our industry. As this bracelet continues its journey, it will carry the stories of the people who wore it before and those who will wear it next. Thank you for being part of a community that continues to inspire, support and empower one another as we work together to Wire the Future®.

I’m North Dakota born and raised, and some of my best lessons came from growing up on a family farm. I learned to work hard, figure things out, and never worry about whose job something was when it needed to get done. That mindset eventually led me to civil engineering. After starting in aviation and commercial development, an unexpected opportunity to design roads for a challenging wind project in Texas opened the door to renewables. More than a decade later, I still enjoy solving difficult problems with great people and helping bring some incredible projects to life. But no matter where work takes me, family is my true north. I’m happiest making memories with my wife and two kids, whether we’re boating at the lake, escaping to a beach, catching a UND hockey game, or hunting with my dad.