Thoughtful guy who loves new ideas.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I grew up in a big family, so I like having other people around to share experiences with as I travel. I love to make friends and get ideas from the ways other people live their lives and set up their homes. Saving money helps me travel more and stay in a place long enough to understand it well.

Interests

I grew up playing piano and trumpet. I love learning about the history and different industries of each spot I visit. Getting around by bus is probably my favorite mode of transit since you get to see how the locals experience a city. Always interested to hear stories about how neighborhoods and cities develop over time. Tell me more about your city!

• music
• economics
• meaningful conversation

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Mutemath, Switchfoot, Cody Fry, Dream Theater, Selena Gomez, Future of Forestry, Oh Wonder, O Fresh

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I spent a month working at an organic garden center in Norway as part of Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF).

I managed the retail supply chain for millions of avocados for a couple months.

Teach, Learn, Share

If you are interested, I am happy to spend an hour talking about the economics of transportation networks, organizational theory, or intellectual property. No pressure, though.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can tell you about Chicago, my current home, or my former location, Northwest Arkansas, a unique, fast-growing place I never expected to enjoy as much as I did.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, England, France, Germany, India, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States