Grounded by What Matters

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®.

North Dakota has always been home. I grew up on family farms where harvest meant long days, broken equipment meant finding a way to fix it, and everyone pitched in until the job was done. I didn’t know it then, but those experiences would shape much of what came next. My path through civil engineering eventually led to a challenging wind project in Texas and a career in renewables. I love that the work still requires the same creativity and willingness to roll up your sleeves that I grew up around. No two projects are alike, and there is something rewarding about watching an idea become something real. But the things that matter most have little to do with engineering. They’re lake weekends, hunting with my dad, UND hockey, beach trips, and most importantly, making memories with my wife and kids.