Community
I help run InfoSec events and conferences across the country — from gooning at DEF CON to organizing villages at BSides events to running the show at SecKC. Beyond tech, I volunteer in emergency services, amateur radio, citizen science, and maker education. Here's where I'm involved in a staff, organizer, or volunteer capacity.
Organizations & Conferences
DEF CON
Goon 2019 - PresentSupport conference operations at the world's largest hacker convention. Assist with event logistics, attendee support, and maintaining the unique DEF CON culture and experience.
SecKC
Director of Stuff & Things / Organizer August 2016 - PresentPlan and schedule InfoSec events with a monthly attendance of 200+ through collaboration with various teams. Ensure that live production for events at various venues meets quality standards. Manage a team of 50+ volunteers.
BSidesKC
Village Organizer & Resident DJ 2019 - PresentOrganize and manage village operations at BSidesKC, Kansas City's annual security conference bringing together practitioners and enthusiasts. Also serve as the resident DJ for conference events.
BSidesDSM
Village Organizer 2022 - PresentOrganize and manage village operations at BSidesDSM, Des Moines' security conference focused on growing the midwest InfoSec community.
ITDRC
Region 7 Operations Technician with CIS 2020 - PresentSupport IT disaster recovery operations and emergency communications infrastructure as Region 7 Operations Technician. Coordinate technology deployment during disaster response scenarios in partnership with CIS (Center for Internet Security).
Badge Pirates LLC
Administration and Production 2022 - PresentHandle administration and production for Badge Pirates, a group that designs and produces custom electronic badges for hacker conferences and community events.
FEMA CERT
CERT Member, Communications Specialist & Instructor 2020 - PresentCommunity Emergency Response Team member trained in disaster preparedness, fire safety, search and rescue, and emergency communications. Serve as Communications Specialist and Instructor.
City of Independence
Command Staff & Equipment Unit Lead 2021 - PresentServe in emergency management capacity for the City of Independence as Command Staff and Equipment Unit Lead, coordinating resources and equipment logistics during emergency operations.
K0ECS
Skywarn Volunteer & Radio Operator IV 2020 - PresentLicensed amateur radio operator volunteering as a Skywarn storm spotter and communications volunteer. Provide severe weather reporting and emergency communications support.
Docent Institute / CornCon
Volunteer 2022 - PresentVolunteer at CornCon, a midwest hacker and maker conference organized by the Docent Institute, supporting event operations and community engagement.
WeAreHackerz / We Open Tech
Event Staff & Tech Check 2023 - PresentEvent staff and tech check volunteer for WeAreHackerz and We Open Tech events, ensuring smooth technical operations for presentations and workshops.
NASA
Citizen Science Program Volunteer 2021 - PresentParticipate in NASA's Citizen Science program, contributing to scientific research through data collection, classification, and analysis projects.
Dolan West Dolan Fire
Firefighter & First Responder 2020 - Jan 2025Served as a volunteer firefighter and first responder, providing emergency fire suppression, rescue operations, and medical first response to the community.
Maker Faire
Volunteer, Learn to Solder Educator 2018 - Jun 2021Volunteered at Maker Faire events and taught soldering workshops to attendees of all ages, fostering maker culture and hands-on electronics education.