Yoga-doing, flip-flop-wearing, zen punk hippie freak, who me?
Always asking what is possible: how far, how high, how bright. Be the best at whatever you do and make the most of whatever you have.
I started as a technician in church in 1979 to avoid singing in choir. Over the years, I have been a: Lighting Hardware Tech, Truss Monkey, Dimmer Tech, Color Changer Tech, Moving Light Tech, Lighting Crew Chief, Lighting Programmer, Lighting Director, Rigger, Sound Tech, Monitor Engineer, Laser Tech, Dry Ice Tech, FOH Sound Engineer, Scenic Designer, Video Director, Lighting Designer, Production Designer, Technical Producer, Creative Producer, and Performance Environment Designer.
Nimblist evolved out of a desire to build a premier design house, where everyone is a team player and no one settles for mediocrity.
Frustrated Painter.
I left home for ‘The Big City’ at 20. Began work at Zenith Lighting in London and discovered lighting could be my canvas. Since then I’ve built my reputation as a lighting designer and when I partnered with Spike, we started pursuing a new approach to the way shows are created.
My ambition continues to be making complex designs seem effortless and presenting a unique experience for the performer and audience alike.
I continue to hone my craft throughout all aspects of stagecraft, from equipment set-up to design creation. Programming and operating lighting control systems, innovative control system creation, televised lighting and large event lighting are a few of the areas in which I am accomplished. When given the opportunity, I write, create and direct the same show I design.
Watching my children become humans and cooking makes me happy. A beach house and one day learning to paint keeps me moving forward.
Champion of the people, culture and process. My job is to create a great place to work. I watch over our business from HR to Accounting; IT to Marketing & Communications; and overall strategy.
I love a good cocktail in a beautiful glass, fabulous boots (really, any shoes) and all kinds of art. Traveling inspires me and my trips to LA are always too short! I am passionate about my community and support local every chance I get.
On time, on budget as Spike would say…add a large dose of creativity, humor, integrity, and working smart. A winding career path that has included pit stops as a stagehand, sign maker, production supervisor, tour technician, lighting director, project manager, club DJ, promoter rep, talent buyer, executive producer, casino entertainment executive and venue operator. I’m back in the land of my childhood summer day trips for Smorgasbord, outlet shopping and mashed potato candy, leading the production team in taking our projects from Inception to execution.
When not immersed in the pursuit of all things Nimblist, I gravitate to music, bike rides, being a dad, good food, strong coffee, sleeping past 6:30am and the Sunday paper.
After securing a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2009, I spent a year and a half working on home renovation projects in Lancaster, PA, flipping several properties. In 2010, I began my career drafting plans for residential and commercial photovoltaic systems in the fledgling Pennsylvania solar industry. I joined Nimblist in 2012 as the primary draftsman and moved on to Technical Designer and a leadership position in the Design Department.
When not in the office or directing quality assurance on-site, you can find me angling local waterways, or working on my 19th century Victorian era home.
I started as a bouncer in a small theatre at 18 and quickly discovered an affinity for lighting. Since then I’ve never looked back…I learned everything I could from other designers along the way and taught myself the rest. I’ve traveled with touring productions designing for live concerts as well as corporate clients but am happy to be working from an office these days. I like to think of my approach to design as extremely innovative, creative and adaptive.
When I’m not working, you will probably find me surfing, snowboarding or spending time with my three sons and family. The rumor is I have been known to ship or stash a surfboard strategically near a gig site, but I’ll never tell!
An aspiring perfectionist painter with a penchant for all things art and design, I create sketches and paintings that bring stages to life. I also dabble in marketing, promotion, video, and editing for Nimblist.
When I’m not exploring the boundaries of the imagination I enjoy spontaneous trips, a nice glass of wine, and an unhealthy obsession with learning new languages. I prefer to always look at the world through a rose tint.
I am a draftsman from the art world. I strive to create precise, explicit, deliberate, convincing, and yet adventurous, exuberant, aesthetic, fascinating and narrative drawings. Out of the office I love to play guitar and spend time taking care of my dear dog.
I bring order and consistency to Nimblist. A QuickBooks and Excel wiz, I manage the company’s cash flow, invoicing, financial reports, budgeting and payroll.
It’s not all numbers though, as a certified Pilates instructor, I have taught many fitness classes over the years and love to keep moving. In my spare time, you can find me immersed in a good book or attending live theatre and concerts. I love spending time with my husband, two grown children and new granddaughter! A native of Lancaster County, I greatly appreciate and love our hometown and all that it offers.
Spike wrangler, planner and organizer. After a decade with women’s health nonprofits in Philly and DC, the next logical step was to move to Lancaster and work with creatives.
I retired from recreational soccer after two torn ACLs in two years and now only run in straight lines.
Fun-loving, enthusiastic and passionate about my job…my goal is to keep a smile on my face and yours. Throw me into just about any situation, and I will work my butt off to make sure my team is happy and successful.
I’m absolutely in love with my family & friends, the New England Patriots and my work child, Bob (Max’s dog).
Although born and raised in Lancaster, you won’t find this girl churning butter, I’m a city girl at heart.
When not on the tennis court or trying a new recipe in my adorable downtown apartment, you can find me hanging out with friends at my favorite pub, Bulls Head.
I was born in Baltimore, and that’s probably where the problem started. I like the philosophies of games, stories, sciences, crafts, and other navel gazing. I can take a setlist and turn it into a story, take a corporate identity and turn it into a moral lesson. I see the narratives and metaphors in everything, waiting to be expressed. I see the world in terms of “flavor” and “feel.”
I am a man of bold and ambitious aspiration: eat healthy, exercise regularly, brush your teeth, and probably meditate more and talk less.
Passionate, honest, and cheerful. My job is to animate the visions of clients using my expertise as a Draftsman. I believe in the rigid structure of architecture but find comfort in the flexibleness of decor designs. Being adaptable is who I am, using the few years of knowledge I’ve obtained at Nimblist to work around design issues as they come and go. My love for what I do is why I provide my experience and commitment to Nimblist.
I am a father of twins, gamer at heart, and an advocate for justice in a sometimes un-just world.
Resident mad scientist.
Randomized: Lighting. Chocolate milkshakes. Prototyping. Miniatures. Poster design. Spaceships. Robotics. Visual Effects. Astronomical Mechanisms. Photography. Optics. Goth/Industrial anything. SVBRDF capture. CAD. Mechanics. Pipe organs. Previsualization. Sculpture. New Zealand. Electronics. Film. Programming. Special effects. Terrestrial simulations. Prop making. High vacuum. Turkey sandwiches. Excessive strobe lights. Modular synthesis. Lasers. Animatronics. Astrophysics. Pickles. Installation art. Metrology. Costume design. CNC machining. Dark romantic post apocalyptic sci-fi.
I work with the creative team to translate ideas into real space on paper and executing designs on-site.
Not much makes me happier than playing board games, or spending time outdoors exploring.
Foodie. Traveler. Formula 1 aficionado. Owner of Bob the dog.
Like an archeologist of the finance world, reconciliation is the name and digging through numbers is my game. With over 10 years under my belt, I’ve become acquainted with the micro world of accounting and quite good at deciphering spreadsheets. If workflow is the ocean and streamlining is the stroke, I consistently aspire to steer our reconciliation process toward smooth sailing.
I enjoy stargazing and contemplating the mysteries of the universe but sharing a home cooked meal and exchanging stories with family and friends is what I look forward to the most.
I’m always willing to lend a helping hand and I look for the silver lining in any grey cloud. If I was a Transformer, I’d be Optimist Prime!
Favorite quote: “A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.” –William Arthur Ward
I am a Central Pennsylvania native. I enjoy thinking outside of the box to find new ways to solve creative problems.
In my spare time I rides motorcycles, shoot with my extensive collection of vintage cameras, hike, watch way too many movies, cook dinner for friends and family, and write lists.
I am a master of putting order to chaos – at Nimblist I ensure everyone has what they need in order to do their best work. (In addition, I am also curator of the candy jar.)
When I’m not in the office, I can be found painting in my home studio, upholstering antique furniture, or spending time with my wonderful husband Jim and adorable dog Lily. I should also probably drink less coffee.
