Brian enjoys a full life rich in sobriety and service to others. A veteran of the Chicago nightclub scene, Brian has lived experience with alcohol and substance abuse and is passionate about supporting others along their recovery journey. Brian has extensive knowledge of twelve-step recovery programs and embraces the many pathways walked to overcome addiction. Brian’s positivity is infectious, and his approach is full of empathy and kindness, always without judgement.

Brian lost his stepdaughter to opioid addiction in 2013 and lost his husband to brain cancer in 2019; and currently provides loving care to his mother. He understands grief, and the toll of caregiving, which is also the honor of his life. These experiences inspire and motivate Brian to extend a compassionate hand to anyone going through personal struggles. A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Brian enjoys downtime reading comic books, swimming at the gym, and pretending to know golf.