My journey began in a humble workshop, where my parents laid the foundation for everything I would become. My father, a skilled mechanic, taught me the value of fixing broken things, while my mother's unwavering support gave me the confidence to explore and create. In those early days, I was the family's go-to tech support, taking apart remote controls and tinkering with electronics while my father worked on cars outside. Those early days taught me something precious: every broken thing has potential, and sometimes the most beautiful innovations come from limited resources and unlimited curiosity.
In 2007, while other high school students were figuring out their paths, I found mine in the gentle hum of Arduino boards and the excitement of bringing ideas to life. I remember the late nights spent working on a flyback converter tesla coil, learning that sometimes the journey matters more than reaching the destination. During these formative years, I met Sam, whose understanding of pagan traditions opened my eyes to the deeper connections between magic, harmony, and the natural world. Her teachings about gems and resonance would later intertwine with my technical pursuits in ways I never expected.
In 2007, while other high school students were figuring out their paths, I found mine in the gentle hum of Arduino boards and the excitement of bringing ideas to life. I remember the late nights spent working on a flyback converter tesla coil, learning that sometimes the journey matters more than reaching the destination.
During these formative years, I met Sam, whose understanding of pagan traditions opened my eyes to the deeper connections between magic, harmony, and the natural world. Her teachings about gems and resonance would later intertwine with my technical pursuits in ways I never expected.
I remember the late nights spent working on a flyback converter tesla coil, learning that sometimes the journey matters more than reaching the destination.
I was fortunate to have two exceptional mentors who shaped my scientific understanding: Coach Eric, my physics teacher who embraced both scientific rigor and the natural flow of the universe, and Ms. Kent, my chemistry teacher whose analytical approach resonated deeply with my way of thinking at the time. Coach Eric's teachings about light and his hippie-influenced perspective on "the flow" complemented Ms. Kent's precise, analytical methodology, showing me how different approaches to understanding could work in harmony.
Life has a beautiful way of weaving seemingly unrelated threads into a meaningful tapestry. During my military service, I encountered diverse spiritual perspectives that opened my eyes to a profound truth: whether through prayer, meditation, or technology, we're all seeking harmony with the world around us. I'll never forget my battle buddy, a practitioner of warlock traditions, whose healing ritual helped me complete a challenging ruck march when I had lost faith in my own abilities. That moment showed me how faith, positive energy, and the unexplainable often dance together in perfect rhythm.
It was also during my military service that I met Sgt. Galvis, a mentor who would profoundly impact my future path. While my battle buddy had shown me the power of spiritual healing, Sgt. Galvis recognized something else in me - an intellectual curiosity that needed nurturing. He was the first person in my military career to tell me directly that I was smart and needed to pursue my technical hobbies seriously. His encouragement gave me renewed inspiration to follow my dreams, helping me understand that my love for technology and innovation could coexist with military service. His mentorship bridged the gap between my practical military duties and my aspirations in technology, showing me that both paths could strengthen each other.
In Alaska, where the northern lights paint stories across the night sky, I met Elton, a man whose fifteen-year battle with alcoholism had given him profound wisdom about life's struggles and triumphs. His catchphrase "morals, values, and scruples" became more than just words—they became a compass for both personal and professional decisions. While unsoldering components from circuit boards (because sometimes innovation starts with empty pockets and full determination), Elton's guidance helped shape not just my technical projects, but my understanding of responsibility in innovation. His journey from addiction to recovery showed me the power of transformation and the importance of believing in people's potential for change.
Skydom began in 2010 as a simple business name—a way to source components for my projects. But like a seed finding fertile soil, it grew into something far more meaningful. Through my work with aquaponics systems, watching how frequencies affected strawberry growth and studying the mysterious ways fish respond to sound, I began to see a deeper connection between technology and natural harmony.
I was fortunate to meet Conley and Kirk, two wise fishermen who shared their knowledge of the sea's hidden languages. Their "black box" project, which called to fish through frequency and music, opened my eyes to ancient wisdom that modern science was just beginning to understand. Their mentorship showed me that sometimes the most profound innovations come from listening to those who have spent their lives observing and respecting nature's rhythms.
Today, Skydom represents more than just technological advancement—it's a testament to the belief that true innovation must be guided by compassion and understanding. Every project we undertake, from our work with color harmonics to our explorations of frequency, carries the fingerprints of this philosophy. It carries forward the mechanical wisdom of my father, the spiritual insights from Sam, the healing energy of my battle buddy, the ethical foundation from Elton, and the natural harmony understood by Conley and Kirk.
Our journey continues with projects like Monolith, where we're exploring how colors and light can create new ways of sharing and securing information. But beyond the technical specifications and innovative solutions, we're building something more precious: a community where intuition and analysis walk hand in hand, where ancient wisdom and cutting-edge technology share the same workspace.
I invite you to join us in this journey. Whether you're a techie who feels the pull of something deeper, or a dreamer who sees the poetry in programming, there's a place for you here. Because at its heart, Skydom isn't just about creating technology—it's about creating harmony, one innovation at a time.
Let's build this future together, with open hearts and curious minds.