I was born in Texas, to a Brazilian mother and an Italian father; I speak to both in their native tongue. Growing up, I have lived in Geneva (CH), Turin (IT), and Dallas (USA). Those that have shared a meal with our family can attest to the cacophony of languages – and food – at the kitchen table. This background likely led me to a general interest in people: their language, cultural rules, and behavior.

I spend most of my free time cultivating the relationships most dear to me. When needing to be alone, I take long walks through the city of Los Angeles, where I currently live. I also enjoy soccer/football and metaphorically frame much of my life through the sport – by way of my late grandmother, I am a Juventino.