Sep 2019 – Present · 6 yrs 6 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• Founded Repeat.gg, an esports tournament platform acquired by Sony PlayStation in July 2022. Focused on building scalable, automated competitive experiences that reach players globally.
• Hosted tournaments for top titles including Fortnite, Rocket League, League of Legends, and Call of Duty
• Enabled asynchronous formats supporting over 1,000,000 players in a single event
• Delivered fully automated, low-friction competition accessible to all skill levels
• Led Repeat.gg from inception to acquisition, securing a strategic position within the PlayStation ecosystem

Feb 2015 – Sep 2019 · 4 yrs 7 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• Led one of the largest esports tournament platforms focused on cash-entry competitions, offering both head-to-head and tournament formats.
• Hosted over 16,000 tournaments and more than 12 million games played
• Enabled players to compete for cash prizes in games like League of Legends, Dota 2, and more
• Scaled platform operations and monetization in the early cash gaming space

Apr 2010 – Mar 2013 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Brisbane, Australia

• Founded and operated an import/export business focused on gaming software and peripherals, supporting the distribution of global gaming brands throughout Australia.
• Managed logistics, vendor relationships, and distribution for a range of international gaming products
• SteelSeries was one of several brands imported and distributed during their early expansion in the region
• Oversaw end-to-end operations including sourcing, inventory, and cross-border fulfillment
• Specialized in delivering niche and hard-to-find gaming products to the ANZ market

Jan 2009 – Apr 2013 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Brisbane, Australia

• Built and launched a skill-based gaming platform that enabled players to compete for real-money prizes across PC and console titles. Focused on delivering scalable infrastructure to support online tournaments and competitive transactions at high volume.
• Developed a secure, real-time transactional system tailored for skill-based competition
• Ran both online and live esports events, partnering with cinemas and community organizations
• Led end-to-end tournament operations, including entry systems, match management, and automated payouts
• Secured VC funding and received multiple awards, including an innovation grant from QUT

Jan 2005 – Feb 2015 · 10 yrs 1 mo · Brisbane, Australia

• Delivered high-impact IT consultancy across the gaming, finance, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors, supporting both enterprise and startup clients.
• Designed and implemented complex network solutions and strategic IT infrastructure enhancements
• Conducted major security audits, compliance overhauls, and vulnerability assessments in sensitive environments
• Built business efficiency tools including data automation systems and image batch processing software
• Worked with gaming companies on server optimization, matchmaking systems, and esports integration
• Provided branding, web development, and marketing support for a range of clients across industries

Aug 2003 – Jan 2005 · 1 yr 5 mos · Springwood, Brisbane

• Managed daily operations of a combined internet café and computer retail store, overseeing technical systems, staff, and revenue-driving events.
• Handled network engineering, security, and maintenance for 80+ computers
• Built and configured gaming PCs and installed software across retail and café environments
• Managed scheduling, payroll, inventory, customer service, and point-of-sale operations
• Marketed, organized, and managed large-scale tournaments with 200+ competitors, including server setup, anti-cheat systems, and referee coordination
• Ran weekend events that generated more revenue in a single day than the business earned in an average week

Aug 2002 – Mar 2013 · 10 yrs 7 mos

• I started competing seriously in esports in the early 2000s, when the scene was still finding its footing. Over the years, I reached top-five global rankings in more than ten titles, including Counter-Strike, Call of Duty, Starcraft, World of Warcraft, Guild Wars, Trackmania, Formula 1, and others.
• Beyond competing, I led multiple teams and communities, helping shape the early foundations of organized competitive play. I also built tools and platforms that supported communication, scheduling, and growth for grassroots esports groups—much of it long before dedicated software existed.
• I was invited to game launches, featured in gaming media, and often brought in as a player voice to help shape new competitive experiences. Those years laid the groundwork for my future in gaming, product development, and community leadership.

Oct 2000 – Nov 2009 · 9 yrs 1 mo · Brisbane, Australia

• Led technology operations and internal systems for an engineering firm through nearly a decade of growth, culminating in the company's successful sale in 2009. Focused on improving efficiency through custom software development, infrastructure upgrades, and operational support.
• Oversaw network engineering, IT security, and day-to-day systems maintenance
• Built custom software tools to streamline workflows and improve business performance
• Managed financial systems and banking operations using MYOB
• Created technical documentation and architectural drawings using ArchiCAD
• Supported company-wide productivity using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Played a key role in operational readiness and technology transition during the acquisition