As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
"A Top Gun Ace or a stock broker."
What made you want to become an entrepreneur?
"I was lucky enough to get involved with the Internet and Web development at the beginning in 1995. Helping people use the Internet as a business tool has been a passion of mine for over 16 years."
What are three things you like most about MINDSCAPE?
"The people, both staff and customers, we have fun while working hard, and the 24/7 downtown parking pass - just one of the many benefits of being a MINDSCAPEr."
What attracted you to MINDSCAPE?
"Being successful online requires a mix of solid skills, solid programming, innovative designs, SEO specialists and social media strategies. MINDSCAPE is one of the few firms that does all that - and we do it well."
While working, what makes you smile the most?
"Pete Brand."
What's your education background?
"I have a BA from Hope College with a finance major. I wanted to be a stock broker when I got out of school and interned with Smith Barney in Pennsylvania. This was the beginning of the .COM stock market bonanza in the mid 90's. It's all about timing."
If you could say anything to the person reading this, what would it be?
"If you're looking for a minimal online presence that merely keeps up with your competition, we're probably not a good resource. On the other hand, if you're looking to dominate the market, surpass your competition and generally kill it online, we're the best, most valuable resource available."