About Me.

Mike here. I guess this is the part where I have to write about myself so you have some context as to who is writing all these little blurbs. Here's a peek into what I do when I'm not on the internet.

I was born and raised in the megalopolis that is Orlando, Florida. Visit Orlando! There's more than Mickey Mouse and oranges, I swear!! Seriously though, it's a fun town. Find a local and ask them where the fun stuff is that doesn't cost $90/ticket.

Fortunate enough to have a working brain and a fair degree of test-taking ability, I attended the University of Florida from 2001 - 2006 and emerged with a few less brain cells and both a B.S. and Master's degree in Accounting. Took my CPA exam shortly thereafter and have been a CPA since 2006. Holding back your excitement is pretty difficult right now, I'm sure.

As a native Floridian, water is always nearby but was not always the first priority in my life up until my late 20's. It was through my introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in 2010 by my good friend Ned Johnson that made me love the water and want to be around it as much as possible. After a little goading from myself and my girlfriend (Shameless Plug), I was able to help Ned and his nephew David out with their local SUP company, Paddleboard Orlando. I've been an instructor with them since late 2011 and could not be more happy with them teaching newcomers and experienced paddlers alike.

Currently I hold PaddleFit Level 2 Instructor and ASI Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor certifications.

I look forward to sharing my experiences with all of you. Feedback, criticism, and commentary are always welcome but please keep it constructive. This is meant to be a place to share ideas, thoughts, and experiences in a positive environment.

Enjoy!!














About this blog: Unless otherwise stated, all posts reflect my own thoughts and opinions and are not representative of any other entity including but not limited to Paddleboard Orlando, LLC. or Palm Paddle Co., LLC.