Brad started climbing while in college, first on plastic and then on the pristine sandstone of Southern Illinois. While primarily a sport climber, he also dabbles in bouldering and trad. Brad's obsession with climbing extends to his professional life as well, where he works as a routesetter and previously as a climbing gym manager. He is passionate about helping climbers transition from indoor to outdoor climbing safely and responsibly through education and mentorship. When not climbing (or training for climbing), he enjoys cycling, cooking, and playing tabletop RPGs.