Justin was raised in a small farming village in Northern Illinois with a dream of one day becoming a professional basketball player. While his childhood dream was realized, the true gift discovered through his journey was gaining clarity to his spiritual, mental, and emotional purpose in life.  Justin is passionate about helping others discover their true purpose, accelerate their personal development, and use their gifts to impact the world. He believes that miracles are present and waiting for all of us to attain if we live in love, reduce our fear, develop self awareness, focus on our growth, and cultivate the skills needed to pursue our purpose.

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS

• Certified High Performance Coach
• Bachelor’s Degree in Justice Studies with a minor in Sociology from Arizona State University

EXPERIENCE

Justin has had a unique career that has seen him travel the world as a professional basketball player, lead presentations to executives while selling data analytic technology, roam the sidelines as a coach and mentor to athletes, pace the stage speaking to schools/teams/organizations, and adventure across the country blogging in an attempt to inspire others.  He has mentored thousands of athletes and most recently is focusing on inspiring his peers through blogging, video, and audio content.

ADDITIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Author of a motivational children’s book titled “No You Can’t, Yes I can.” 
• Winner of the Jimmy V Courage Award
• NCAS Giant Steps Courageous Student-Athlete Award
• Gene Autry Courage Award
• 3x All Pac-10 Academic All Conference 
• Featured in “100 Heroes: People in Sports who make this world a better place,” by Richard Lapchick
• Blogger and Chief Passion Officer at Chase My Passion

Two times Justin has had to overcome a bout with cancer, which he believes were actually blessings in disguise. The lessons learned during these challenges have manifested into life changing experiences, relationships, and rewards that have positively impacted his enlightenment to uncover his true calling.