Work

Founder, operator, and advocate for music educators.

My career sits where music education meets business. I built a teaching studio, co-founded a software company, joined MakeMusic through its acquisition, and now champion MakeMusic Studio to the teachers it serves.

Experience

  1. NowEvangelist, MakeMusic StudioMakeMusic
  2. 2023VP, Business DevelopmentPeaksware / MakeMusic
  3. 2016 to 2022Co-founder, FonsAcquired by MakeMusic, 2022
  4. 2002Founder, Blackforrest Music SchoolBlackforrest Music School

Focus

  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Business development
  • Partnerships
  • Community building
  • Startup leadership
  • Music education

Boards & service

  • Guitar Foundation of AmericaBoard of Trustees
  • Guitar & Accessories Marketing AssociationBoard Member
  • Seattle Music Teachers AssociationPast President

Always glad to talk about partnerships, advisory work, and the future of music education.

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