Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Leader | Published Author | Researcher | Photographer | Storyteller

I’m a Human Resources and Talent Acquisition professional, published author, and researcher with a career focused on people, organizational development, and practical leadership. My work combines strategic HR management, talent acquisition, employee relations, and compliance with a commitment to fairness, transparency, and treating people with dignity.

I hold a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources, earned in 2011 from Everest University, and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), earned in 2009 from Florida Metropolitan University. My academic background supports my approach to organizational management, workforce planning, employee relations, and business operations.

I have been a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) since 2009 and the San Antonio Human Resource Management Association (SAHRMA) since 2010. My involvement with these professional organizations reflects my commitment to continuing education, professional development, and staying informed about employment practices and developments in human resources.

Throughout my career, I’ve helped organizations build and improve their HR operations, strengthen recruiting strategies, develop competitive compensation structures, and establish policies that support employees while meeting business needs. My experience includes working with executive leadership, managing sensitive employee relations matters, implementing HR technology, and developing processes that bring greater consistency, accountability, and clarity to the workplace.

Currently, I serve as a Corporate Recruiter with Buckner International, bringing my experience in talent acquisition and human resources to an organization dedicated to serving individuals and families. My professional background includes HR leadership, corporate recruiting, organizational operations, and employee development across different industries.

My approach to leadership is both analytical and people-centered. I believe effective HR practices should be grounded in sound judgment, reliable information, consistent application of policy, and respect for the individuals affected by organizational decisions. Whether developing recruiting strategies, addressing workplace challenges, or improving HR infrastructure, I value practical solutions that support both employees and organizational goals.

Beyond my professional career, I’m an author with a passion for creative writing, historical research, and storytelling. My published novel, Lisa Saves Christopher in Old San Juan, combines adventure, mystery, humor, and historical elements in a story inspired by my interest in travel and the places and people encountered along the way. Its sequel, Lisa Saves Christopher in Lisbon, continues the adventure and expands the characters and story introduced in the first book.

My writing also extends into professional research and analysis, including my work on generational engagement in the workplace. Through this research, I explore how organizations understand and respond to employees across generations, examining workplace assumptions, management practices, and the relationship between employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. I enjoy questioning conventional thinking, examining evidence, and developing ideas that connect research with the realities of managing people.

Travel, history, and photography are important parts of my life. Originally from Carver, Massachusetts, I grew up in Florida before making San Antonio, Texas, my home in November 2000. My New England roots have influenced my interest in American colonial history, historical places, cultural traditions, and the stories that connect people across generations.

Traveling with my wife, Lisa, has given me opportunities to explore new destinations, experience different cultures, and find inspiration for my writing. Our shared adventures, sense of humor, and appreciation for history often find their way into the characters and stories I create.

Photography allows me to document these experiences from another perspective. My albums capture architecture, historical landmarks, landscapes, everyday moments, and the details that make each destination distinct. I approach photography much as I approach writing: with curiosity, attention to detail, and an appreciation for the stories behind what I see.

My personal values are also influenced by my Roman Catholic faith and my involvement as a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus. Service, charity, integrity, and responsibility are principles I seek to carry into my personal life, professional relationships, and community involvement.

At the center of my professional and creative interests is a belief that people and their experiences deserve to be understood. Whether I’m helping an organization make better employment decisions, researching workplace practices, writing a novel, or capturing a moment through photography, I aim to approach my work with integrity, curiosity, and respect for the people involved.