About Us
Empowering Caregivers with Faith Strength & Practical Guidance
I am the founder and principal of Fortis Invictus, LLC, a company dedicated to empowering caregivers.
From a young age, I’ve been fascinated by people – what drives them, how they think, and why they do what they do. I was blessed with the gift of teaching, excelling at breaking down complex concepts into simple, actionable steps. This skill not only allowed me to help others learn and achieve their goals but was also a necessity due to my own ADHD diagnosis.
For over 30 years, I have devoted my life to the study and practice of human behavior, personal growth, development, and leadership. My corporate career spanned executive leadership roles at Pepsi-Cola, Halliburton, Mercedes-Benz, Harley-Davidson, and Johnson Controls.
However, my life took a profound turn when my wife, Vera, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Realizing that my demanding travel schedule – spending 3 to 4 days a week on the road -would not allow me to provide the care she needed, I made the decision to leave Corporate America. I launched my own mentoring and coaching business.
A path that not only allowed me to care for Vera but also aligned with my true purpose: serving and empowering others.
I have had the honor of serving as a Keynote Speaker and Personal Growth & Development Trainer, delivering impactful messages to audiences ranging from 15 to over 5,000 across the U.S. and U.K.. My contributions have been recognized at the highest levels, including being awarded “Best Trainer in Company History” by the CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
I hold a B.S. in Human Behavior & Psychology from The University of Texas and an M.B.A. in Consumer Behavior from Southern Methodist University.
Certifications & Training
I have been a personal coach, mentor, and trainer for over 20 years and hold multiple certifications, including:
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Certified Professional Life Coach
Professional Christian Coaching Institute (in progress)
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Certified Master Life Coach
Tony Robbins' Mastery University
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Certified Life Coach, Speaker & Trainer
John Maxwell Team
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Certified Mind Shifting Coach
Mind Shifting Academy
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Certified Hypnotherapist Practitioner
American Board of Hypnotherapy
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Certified Leader & Master Mind Member
Napoleon Hill Foundation
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Certified NLP Practitioner
National Federation of NLP
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Certified Consultant & Coach
Proctor Gallagher Institute
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Certified Administrator
Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator
I have had the privilege of working with clients across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the U.K. and remain deeply committed to helping caregivers rediscover hope, strength, and purpose as they navigate their journeys.
WHAT WOULD IT Feel Like TO...
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Wake up each morning with unshakable strength and a renewed sense of purpose, instead of dreading the day ahead?
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Feel deep peace and unwavering patience replace the frustration and exhaustion that’s been wearing you down?
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Finally release the crushing weight of guilt and self-doubt, knowing in your heart that you’re doing everything you can?
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Rediscover joy, laughter, and precious moments of connection, even in the midst of heartbreak?
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No longer feel isolated, invisible, or emotionally drained, because you have the support and guidance you deserve?
WHAT IF YOU COULD LOVE MORE, NOT LESS?
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Hold onto the love, even as the disease takes so much away, and see beyond the illness to the soul you cherish.
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Respond with patience instead of anger, grace instead of guilt, and understanding instead of frustration—even in the hardest moments.
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Look into their eyes and truly connect, even when words have faded, knowing they still feel your presence.
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Find the strength to endure the long nights, the endless repetition, and the heartbreaking forgetfulness, without losing yourself in the process.
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Give them the absolute best of you—your love, your care, your devotion—without it breaking you in the process.
