Ryan - Designer• Husband • Dad

Thank you for stopping by, maker. Creating hackAB has been a dream project for me, but it’s not all I need to do to pay the bills or keep my mind going. I’m grateful to be working at SAS during the day and teaching design classes a few evenings at UNC in Chapel Hill, NC. The best way to connect and message me on LinkedIn.  I can help you bring your product idea to life, from concept through manufacturing and sales. I can share and advertise your product on my hackLAB social channels through sponsored collaborations, and I can advise or design with you live with One-on-One Training.  

My Story - When I was in high school, my Trig teacher asked me what I wanted to be. I told her I want to be an engineer. She rolled her eyes and told me I would never be one, as she animatedly explained that her daughter was an engineer, and I didn’t have what it took because I was just an average student. What she didn’t know was that my home was difficult; my mom raised 9 children as a single parent. So, I pursued that dream with vengeance, actualized that affirmation as an Engineer, and later got a Master’s in Industrial Design. Today I’m a Husband-Dad and invent products that help others. I love being an inventor because it involves researching technology, brainstorming creative ideas, prototyping, and testing. So keep exploring your interests and never stop learning.

Years later, I had to make another life-changing decision with my 1st daughter, Sydney. I side-lined my career to be at home with my daughter. Being a stay-at-home parent was one of the best decisions Suzanne and I ever made. I used my evenings and went back to get my Design Master’s. But I missed the people and the hustle, so I started working and filming again. But this time, I didn't want to be all things to everyone. So here I am, and I'm glad you found me. Now tell me your story. Feel free to contact me on LinkedIn if you want to collaborate or schedule some time with me to learn one-on-one online anywhere.