Hi, I’m Aaron! I grew up in Seattle, spending most of my time kayaking on Greenlake. I was inspired by amazing role models at the Seattle Canoe and Kayak Club, and I now strive to inspire the next generation. After graduating from the University of Washington with a degree in Oceanography and studies in American Sign Language, I competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which was an incredible experience. I’ve since relocated to Newport Beach, CA, enjoying training in warm weather. I’m also working part time as an EMT, hoping to become a firefighter paramedic. In my free time, I love running, XC skiing, lifting, cooking elaborate meals (especially to procrastinate), and finding dogs to pet. As someone who is hard of hearing, I’m passionate about raising awareness of hearing health.