VOTE411 Voter Guide

1) I believe St. Louis should be the easiest place in America to start a new business. 2) Let's cut red tape for entrepreneurs, simplify and speed up the process of obtaining a business license, and audit the department to ensure we are providing top-tier service. 3) Let's use the license department to advocate for youth entrepreneurship and emerging growth industries.

I have a passion for business and technology, and feel a calling to give back to my city. During my career as a computer programmer, I've worked for startups and local businesses, participated in technology accelerators and served as a manager in a global corporation. I want to use this experience to bring new ideas into city governance.

Continue: 1) Automation of the license collector's office; 2) Collaborations with the St. Louis Development Corp. and others to provide funding for businesses impacted by the 2025 tornado; and 3) Collaborations with the city's executive and legislative branches to streamline the licensing process.

Incumbent experience collecting and distributing licensing fees per laws. The most recent state audit confirmed the office is well-managed and a city audit noted no deficiencies. Automated payment and some licensing processes. Negotiated multimillion dollar source of revenue with Airbnb. Advocate for businesses and seniors by hosting forums and food truck festivals.