Product & Engineering Excellence | Startup Advisor | Innovative SaaS, Video-Games & 3D Software | Investor | Mentor

I have taken an interesting career path from Xerox sales / technology training in the 1990s to taking over a small surf shop in Kona Hawaii- Kona boys in 2000. … My business partner Frank Carpenter and I have parlyed that into a real estate portfolio,   while maintaining one of the top tour businesses in Hawaii .We continue to grow our businesses and support our local community. Having been in a leadership position for over 20 years with wide breath of business, acumen and knowledge I am well positioned to help young entrepreneurs, especially in the fields of tourism , real estate, retail and technology .  in addition to maintaining business and community support I’m father of four children and also have expertise in parenting :-) Some of my main interest include surfing, real estate investing spending time with my family, farming and gardening… History and art too! And many other pursuits… Thank you for reading this. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully can help you on your journey to success..

As CEO of SanctusPay, I lead a company built specifically to serve high-risk industries with clarity, compliance, and confidence. We’re not just a payment processor—we’re a strategic partner for businesses navigating the complexities of high-risk transactions in sectors like CBD, adult, gaming, crypto, and beyond. SanctusPay was founded to address a gap I saw firsthand: high-risk merchants were underserved, overcharged, and underprotected. We’ve changed that by building a platform rooted in transparency, speed, and proactive support—empowering our clients to scale without fear of surprise freezes, hidden fees, or compliance gaps. My focus is on continuously evolving our technology and risk solutions to meet the demands of an ever-changing regulatory and financial environment. Every decision we make at SanctusPay is driven by one mission: to help bold businesses not just survive—but thrive.

With over 15 years of diverse experience in sales, product and solution development, business development, and strategy, I have developed deep expertise in fintech, healthcare payment processing and software, real estate investing, and entrepreneurship. My passion for mentoring and advising is driven by a belief in the transformative power of great leaders and mentors. I assist startups and businesses in launching their products, services, or software. I approach my work with a personable style, emphasizing clarity and simplicity. While I have extensive corporate experience, my true passion lies in small business entrepreneurship and helping others unlock their potential in both worlds.

I’m the Ultimate Washington Insider—a journalist, a White House Correspondent, media strategist, and social media expert who has mastered the art of breaking through in competitive spaces. From going viral on social media and mainstream platforms to creating content seen by millions, landing big interviews, and building a standout personal brand, I’ve been through it all. I know the tools, the tricks, and the strategies to help you succeed, even if you’re starting from nothing. Whether it’s rising after setbacks, mastering the fast-paced world of Washington, or leveraging tech and social platforms to amplify your reach, I can guide you every step of the way. If you want to create impactful content, grow your audience, and dominate your field, I’m here to help you make it happen. I have done it, so can you! Where I Can Help: • Media & Journalism: Break into the field, tell powerful stories, and build credibility. • Social Media Strategy: Create engaging content and grow your online presence. • Personal Branding: Establish yourself as an authority in your space. • TV & Interviews: Land and prepare for big media opportunities. • Content Creation: Use design tools, video tools like, and payment processing tools to elevate your work. • Hustling in Media: Learn how to turn challenges into opportunities and climb to the top.

I’ve sold over $60M+ in physical products online through ecommerce platforms using affiliate marketing, seo and paid media. I’ve sold 5 companies in 10 years for over $27M+ to both public and private competitors. Building the system to scale and grow an ecommerce business to sell is what I do. I specialize in affiliate marketing, SEO and building products that sell at a high margin. I’ve helped multiple founders build a better ecommerce business and manage their sales more efficiently which allows them to scale faster and wider. I’d love to chat and help you if I can!

Advisory, Non-Executive Or Board Member SME for scaling up startups. My wide range of IT knowledge and life experience helps me bring valuable information to your business. I have plenty of experience in other areas as well. UK based

Me in 90 Seconds (even if you're a slow reader) At a young age I learned the principles of selling and communication from a master and learned how to sell not only a product or service, but to sell an idea, to communicate, and to sell myself. I entered real estate investing and graduated to oil and gas exploration and acquisitions where, at age 25, I negotiated with billionaires and multi-billion dollar companies (VisionStone). I became a presenter of strategy, ideas, and inspiration. I learned the ins and outs of retail through the beer world with the help of some great people and watched a market change and leave stale companies in the dust while learning the secret inner workings of the restaurant and retail worlds - the value of training, consistency, and passion for making customers happy (Amoskeag & Crossroads). I joined a fintech startup built on the backbone of Heartland (Beyond) to provide vital functions to small and medium sized businesses. I learned the value of culture, of leadership, and saw what happens when those things diminish in the face of financial challenges. I led a team of payment and payroll professionals (KastenBerry) with the goal of putting "service" back in "merchant services". All the brick walls I had banged my head on in the past were my crosses to bear and problems to fix. I learned that a happy company culture and a winning culture aren't necessarily the same thing. Now I leverage my extensive knowledge of payment processing operations, systems, and technology to develop solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. I embrace freedom of opportunity and am able to help my clients on an unprecedented level without the boundaries of a single logo. I've taken risks. I've won, I've lost, I've learned. Things I Can't Live Without: My wife Stefanie & my two little monsters Cayden and Chaeson. My amazing family. A steno book and a UniBall Vision Elite pen. Major Influences in My Life: Dedicated and selfless parents. Loving siblings. A life of competitive athletics. Innate curiosity and a need to solve problems. Things I Love: Positivity. Ordinary people who leave extraordinary legacies (RIP Grampa & Gramma Fisk). Family, like-minded friends. A cloudy IPA on a sunny day and a steak cooked a perfect mid-rare. Cool nights by the fire pit. Books I Have Read More Than Once: Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins | Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink | Dichotomy of Leadership by Jocko Willink | As a Man Thinketh by James Allen | Fanatical Prospecting by Jeb Blount

As an accomplished entrepreneur and product developer, I specialize in creating innovative solutions and turning ideas into successful businesses. My flagship product, Litflask, exemplifies this journey from concept to a high-quality, market-ready product and thriving enterprise. Beyond my professional achievements, I have undergone a profound self-improvement journey. This transformation was driven by a commitment to health, wellness, and understanding the root causes of mental health issues. Additionally, I bring extensive experience from my four years in real estate private equity, where I underwrote over 500 deals and led many from sourcing to close. I am also well-versed in credit card processing and operate as my own Independent Sales Organization (ISO). Let's connect to explore how my expertise in entrepreneurship, product development, and business can help drive your success.

With over 25 years of experience in the payments, banking, software development, trades, financial services. I have launched and sold startups, and have experience with large enterprise corporations like Apple developing software and operating systems. Building teams to support or scale sales, technical support, or operations is a passion of mine. Another area of focus is financing and help with obtaining investors. I’m here to consult and support anyone who needs help with their business needs. Mahalo Minnect OHANA!!!!