Adventures

Mountaineering, Skydiving, and Creative Pursuits in the Pacific Northwest

Beyond the boardroom, I believe that high-impact leadership is sustained by a deep connection to the outdoors, disciplined athletic endurance, and continuous creative expression. Living in the Pacific Northwest has fostered my passion for high-altitude mountaineering and adventure motorcycling across Washington’s rugged terrain. Whether I am navigating the ascent of a volcanic peak, skydiving, or pushing my limits in endurance sports like cross-country skiing, I thrive on challenges that demand absolute focus and resilience. Off the trail, I channel my energy into creative disciplines—ranging from landscape photography and writing to composing music on the piano and guitar. These pursuits provide a vital counterbalance to the fast-paced world of enterprise technology, keeping my perspective sharp and my drive renewed.

Mountaineering
  • Mount Shasta (14,179 ft / 4,322 m) via Clear Creek Trail (elevation gain – 7,800 feet, distance – 16 miles, time – 18.5 hours, format – solo)
  • Mount Baker (10,786 ft / 3,288 m) via Coleman-Deming Route (elevation gain – 7,100 feet, distance – 12 miles, time – 14 hours, format – partner)
  • Mount Adams (12,281 ft / 3,743 m) via the Lunch Counter/South Spur (elevation gain – 6,700 feet, distance – 14 miles, time – 12 hours, format – partners)
  • Mount Saint Helens (8,363 ft / 2,549 m) via Monitor Ridge Route (elevation gain – 4,500 feet, distance – 10 miles, time – 8 hours, format – partner)
  • Burroughs Mountain (7,828 ft / 2,386 m) via Burroughs Mountain Loop (elevation gain – 2,500 feet, distance – 9.6 miles, time – 6 hours, format – family)
  • Twin Lake (5,450 ft / 1,661 m) via Monte Cristo Trail and Poodle Dog Pass Trail (elevation gain – 3,900 feet, distance – 17.4 miles, time – 9 hours, format – partner)
  • Silver Lake (4,400 ft / 1,341 m) via Monte Cristo Trail and Poodle Dog Pass Trail (elevation gain – 2,300 feet, distance – 13.4 miles, time – 7 hours, format – family)
Skydiving
  • Harvey Airfield (Snohomish, WA) – 60 seconds free fall from – 13,800 ft / 4200 m