I’ve spent my entire career trying to help people feel whole — not just physically healthy, but strong in mind and spirit, too. That’s why I became a doctor in the first place. In 1996, I opened the doors to what would eventually become Colonial Healthcare with nothing but a small team, a big heart, and a clear vision: to build a practice where people felt truly cared for.

Today, Colonial Healthcare is one of the largest primary care groups in South Carolina, but at its core, it’s still about the same thing — taking the time to listen, to connect, and to walk alongside people through every season of life. I’m proud of what we’ve built, but I’m even more proud of how we’ve done it: one relationship at a time.

Over the years, I’ve seen what burnout looks like — in my patients, my colleagues, and myself. I’ve also seen what healing looks like. That’s what inspired me to write Winners Travel and to launch the Winners Travel Foundation — a nonprofit that gives caregivers and veterans the chance to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with themselves through life-changing travel experiences. These aren’t just vacations — they’re sacred pauses. A chance to feel seen, supported, and restored.

I’ve been married to my incredible wife, Kelliegh, for 27 years, and we have three amazing kids: Clayton, Coker, and Liza. I’m a husband, father, doctor, farmer, entrepreneur, and author — but more than anything, I’m someone who cares deeply about people.

Whether I’m speaking to a room full of healthcare professionals, corporate teams, or everyday folks trying to find their way, I show up with one goal: to help people live with more purpose, more connection, and more joy. My “Think, Laugh, Cry” philosophy is simple — but it changes lives.

My TED-style talks focus on the art of building mental, financial and physical health. These strategies apply to professionals and people of all walks of life. If you’re looking for a speaker who brings heart, honesty, and a whole lot of soul, I’d be honored to join you.