I Didn't Start LockRidge Because It Was Easy
I started it because I saw a real problem that needed to be solved.
Technology has always been a part of my life, and I knew early on that I wanted to build a career around it. But like many people trying to break into tech today, I quickly realized how difficult it can be to find the right opportunity.
That changed through my uncle — who has spent over 20 years in cybersecurity. Seeing this field through his eyes showed me what it really looks like: not just the technical side, but the real-world impact it has on businesses and the people behind them. That perspective pushed me to stop waiting for an opportunity and start building something of my own.
As I looked around my community, I noticed something important — many healthcare offices are small, family-run businesses. They take incredible care of their patients, but behind the scenes, many of them are vulnerable when it comes to technology and security. And the risks are real: over 60% of small businesses shut down within 6 months of a major cyberattack. For healthcare practices, the impact can be even greater due to sensitive patient data and strict compliance requirements.
That hit close to home. I've spent a large part of my life in and around healthcare offices myself. Growing up with ongoing health challenges, I've had the chance to work with doctors who genuinely care about their patients — and I knew those were the kinds of people I wanted to support and protect.
I love technology. I love solving problems. And I care deeply about helping people. LockRidge was built on that foundation — to help healthcare practices run smoother, stay protected, and avoid the kinds of technology issues that can disrupt their business or put them at risk. This isn't just work to me. It's personal.
I take that responsibility personally.