Projects & Ventures

A living portfolio of work and interests.

Ongoing technology projects, applied AI work, digital products, local development efforts, new ventures in motion, and real estate investments. Some are operational. Some are exploratory. All are active areas of focus.

Technology Projects

Building and operating internet infrastructure and the systems that run on top of it.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Active

    Extending fiber and fixed wireless coverage into underserved areas of Central Michigan through CMS Internet.

  • Managed IT & VoIP

    Active

    Practical, reliable IT and phone systems for small businesses, municipalities, and operators.

AI & Automation

Applying AI where it produces real leverage, not novelty.

  • Operational AI Tooling

    In Development

    Internal tools that automate the repetitive work behind running multiple businesses.

  • Applied AI Experiments

    Exploring

    Targeted AI use cases in customer service, scheduling, and back-office operations.

Digital Products

Software and digital products built and shipped through IDFC Labs.

  • Web & App Development

    Active

    Custom websites, internal tools, and applications for operators and small businesses.

  • Productized Tools

    In Development

    Small, useful software tools designed to solve specific operational problems.

Local Development & Redevelopment

Investing time and capital into the places I live and work.

  • Downtown Redevelopment

    Active

    Supporting downtown vitality through the Crystal Township DDA and related efforts.

  • Community Spaces

    Exploring

    Identifying underused properties and spaces with potential for community-serving reuse.

New Ventures

Ideas in motion. Some will become businesses. Some will not.

  • Hospitality Concepts

    Exploring

    New seasonal and year-round concepts in food, lodging, and lakeside tourism.

Real Estate & Investment

Long-term ownership of useful properties and operating businesses.

  • Vacation Rental Portfolio

    Active

    Owning and operating short-term rental properties through Crystal Lake Cottages.

  • Commercial & Mixed-Use

    Exploring

    Selective investment in commercial property tied to operating businesses and downtown development.