Born and raised in Utah, I’ve always had a deep passion for education and working with children. I started tutoring at a young age and quickly discovered how much I loved helping kids learn in ways that made sense for them. Every child is unique, and I’ve always believed their education should reflect that.

Alongside my academic journey, I was a competitive athlete and earned scholarships to play at the collegiate level. Sports taught me discipline, leadership, and perseverance—skills I now carry into the classroom and my work as an educator and center owner.

Last year, I had the opportunity to teach at Elite Performance Prep Academy, and it was the most fulfilling experience I’ve ever had. I didn’t just teach—I learned from my students. I saw firsthand the impact of personalized, whole-child education, and I knew this was something special. So when the opportunity came to open my own center in Orem, it was an easy “yes.” I knew families here were searching for something different—something meaningful—and I wanted to be the one to bring it to them.

Now, as the founder of Elite Academy of Orem, I’m committed to creating a space where kids feel seen, supported, and inspired every single day. My goal is for every student to leave our classroom confident, smiling, and ready to take on the world—not just as students, but as leaders.

I’ve been married to my love, Teneli Tupola, for three years—going on forever. Together, we’re raising our little rascal, Cozy, who keeps life wild and wonderful. Outside of Elite, you’ll find me reading a good book or enjoying time with my family. Family is everything to me, and that’s exactly the kind of heart and community I strive to bring into our center every day. Faith, family, and freedom are at the core of who I am—and they’re woven into everything we do here at Elite.