As an experienced arborist and business owner, I am passionate about helping our customers add value to their properties and achieve their tree care goals. Whether the objective is optimizing the health of your trees, improving curb appeal, minimizing property hazards, increasing the view from your back deck, or all of the above, I’m committed to helping you each step of the way.

My philosophy of tree care centres around continuous improvement and growth. As technological advancements are made and best practices evolve within the industry, I ensure Forest Road adapts and remains current. I know when to rely on time-tested strategies and when to modernize systems, processes, and techniques, so we we remain efficient and effective as a company - whether on the ground or in the canopy.

My fascination with the vertical life began at an early age. Growing up on a hobby farm near Sydenham, Ontario, I was given ample opportunity to be adventurous, explore our property’s fields and forests, and develop a strong affinity to the natural world. In my early teen years I was introduced to rock climbing. I became hooked and never looked back, or perhaps more accurately, down. My proclivity for scaling walls and cliffs led to managing a local climbing gym, competing at the national level, and completing a 24-hour Mt. Everest-equivalent climb as a fundraiser for local and regional children’s hospitals. After several years devoted to roles in the social service sector, including experience as a Fall Protection trainer at St. Lawrence College (Kingston), I returned to working at heights again and began employment with a tree service company northeast of Kingston, Ontario, where I acquired valuable industry experience, under the guidance of a certified Arborist.

As a lifelong resident of Frontenac County, I have a deep connection to this wonderful region of Southeastern Ontario and its vibrant communities and friendly people. When not amongst the trees, you’ll find me rock climbing at the local gym or area crags, riding my gravel bike on nearby rail trails, backcountry camping, boating, and spending quality time with my wife and three children - often outside!