I am a passionate entrepreneur in the film, tech, cannabis, food and beverage, and music industries. Currently I work as a Marketing Manager for a Cannabis Distribution company.

I spent several years in LA working in various aspects of the entertainment business, which is at the heart of my passions. I also have a deep love for the arts in all forms, which I usually express through writing, poetry, carpentry, performance, and occasional crafting.

I am a great guest, and I can enjoy ANY type of accommodation. I love animals, being the token white guy, strange spaces, kids, have zero allergies, and don't mind staying with other CouchSurfers.

My IG: evolvedpdub

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a great way to meet all kinds of people that share the same open mindedness and love of getting fresh perspectives! Quite frankly, I just loooovvveee meeting new people. I relish in going to new places and staying with people I've never met. It's an adventure, and there's nothing I love more than a good adventure! It has also presented new opportunities to connect people who have projects, especially in the music space.

I am finally in a place I feel comfortable hosting, so looking forward to out of towners in Riverside.

Interests

Music, Film, Tech, Travel, thrifting for loud, vintage clothing, Writing, Business, Charity Work, Food, Bar-Hopping, Dancing, The Great Outdoors, Slam Poetry (tell me if there is an open mic if I stay with you) and many other things!

• poetry
• festivals
• dining
• wine
• beer
• partying
• technology
• traveling
• eating out
• music
• outdoor activities
• business
• entrepreneurship
• food
• life
• film
• love
• meeting new people
• startups
• 420
• experiences

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Films: Fiddler on the Roof, Big Fish, What Dreams May Come, Amelie, The Departed, King Kong (Peter Jackson version), Training Day, Blazing Saddles, The Godfather, Marvel Movies, Unbreakable, and so many others!

Favorite Music: Alanis Morissette, Simplified, BB King, Jimi Hendrix, The Chainsmokers, Mal Devisa, System of a Down, In This Moment, Sia, Tech N9ne, Imogen Heap, anything with T-Pain, and so much more. I love music from every genre, but recently Underground Hip Hop, Reggae, and EDM have been favorites. I spend a lot of time listening to unreleased material, independent music, and in-the-works content from a number of artists. Radio music is quite often foreign to me.

Favorite Books: Once and Future King, Harry Potter, Outliers, Sir Machinery, Pride and Prejudice, anything regarding Social Science, anything Dr. Seuss, The Giving Tree, and many, many others.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Co-wrote a hit song in Canada.
Let save the rest for conversation!

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: This is kind of tough to list.... I have a wide knowledge base, so it depends on the interests of the guest/host, and what they are looking to learn about. Business, writing, branding, film & music industry, finance, some of my strong suits.

Learn: I am a culture fiend. I like to learn everything I can about specific cultures, from local to regional to national to international, I love it all.

Share: I love to share drinks, quality time, and man have I got some stories....

What I Can Share with Hosts

If you are looking for some hilarious and ridiculous stories from a person that can share a lot about life, I'm your guy.

I have a keen business, marketing, and creative streak that I often share with people and businesses I do occasional consulting work for. If you need a fresh perspective on anything you're working on, I would love to help you see another side.

I've been told I am a great moderator for disputes and life decisions, and often a life and career counselor of sorts. I try my best to bring something from Virginia as a token of appreciation for each host.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Mexico