Donny grew up enjoying the trails and rivers of central Texas. With a mind for problem-solving and technology, Donny graduated from Trinity University with a bachelor's degree in Engineering Sciences. During his studies, he also ran cross country competitively. He reflects affectionately upon the cool, early mornings spent jogging before the sun grew fierce. After graduation, Donny entered the renewable energy field working at dizzying heights to repair wind turbines. He then transitioned to solar energy, first with a company in Denver then with Nunatak Energy in Gunnison, where he still works as the engineering lead. In the last two years, Donny graduated with a Master in Environmental Management from Western Colorado University and attained his master electrician license. Underlying these many accolades, Donny is generous with his ambition and knowledge, bringing valuable ideas and experiences to Trades Culture.

Originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan, Andrew’s journey to Trades Culture has been a winding one. Though always captivated by the beauty and charm of a thoughtful structure, especially stone cottages and earthen cabins, Andrew pursued a career in writing, editing, and environmental education. It wasn’t until beginning Western Colorado University’s Master in Environmental Management program in 2022 that he began applying his skillset to resource consciousness in the built environment, particularly in historic building renovation and regenerative planning. There, he became enmeshed and evermore inspired within an emerging community of like-minded colleagues, friends, and community members. Trades Culture, in part, grew out of this synergy; Andrew looks forward to helping it grow into a powerful and refined vessel for the betterment of trades disciplines and the communities they serve.

Will grew up in a small coastal town in South Louisiana. He considers his upbringing one of his most valuable assets, seeing each person, case, and cause with the unique individuality it deserves. His drive for adventure and to do good in the world led him to Appalachian State for his bachelor's degree in geography and to the National Park Service as a wildland firefighter. Recognizing its ability to drive undeniable results, Will turned to a career as an attorney, settling on Colorado’s Western Slope to establish his own law office. Will’s broad experiences and expertise, underlined by his passion to help people and ecosystems, attracted him to the Trades Culture mission and team. His consistent ability to find creative solutions, often backed by proven success with organizations, has been a major driver for Trades Culture to reach its goals.