In February 2024, Tyler and Parker traveled through North Carolina, raising support for their inaugural fund.
“Go Dawgs” stool and dressing up when the Atlanta Braves made the MLB Playoffs. And shout out to Coach Brian for the adrenaline build-up before the big mile run. I would be remiss if I didn’t include how the close, lifelong friends I made, including several from my Sixth-Grade base group, have had a lasting impact on my life.
Q: How did your time at Trinity prepare you for middle school, high school, and beyond? Tyler: Trinity gave me a wonderful early educational experience that built my confidence and laid a solid foundation for Westminster and beyond.
Parker: Trinity provided me with an excellent educational foundation in the essential areas of math, literacy, and critical thinking, but more importantly, the teachers and the environment really sparked my love of learning and curiosity. Trinity’s sole focus on elementary school was valuable in creating leadership opportunities in a smaller “pond,” giving students the opportunity to step up in a safe and less intimidating environment and preparing them for bigger challenges.
Q: What is the most fulfilling part of your career? Tyler: All of my best memories from the last 20+
had the privilege to work with and what we have accomplished together.
Parker: It’s being part of high-performing teams, executing difficult tasks, and helping businesses grow. Whether at the portfolio company level in private equity or at Town Lane, it is incredibly rewarding to see businesses evolve, especially when it involves partnering with incredible leaders or, in the case of Town Lane and my early days at Sycamore, building something from scratch that then becomes a thriving enterprise. Q: How would you describe the experience of running a business with your sibling? Tyler: Anytime your smarter sibling opts to work with you, I would recommend doing it. The fact that we complement each other is a bonus as well.
Parker: While our joint venture is not something we planned on, it’s been awesome and rewarding. Tyler is unbelievably accomplished and talented, and it’s really fun to watch my sibling excel period, even more so since I am part of building something with him. The biggest benefits are the trust and mutual respect we share, which allow for quick decision-making, very direct communication, and alignment on values. The main challenge initially was defining our lanes and ensuring we were both leveraging our highest and best use for the business.
years relate to the varied and talented people I have
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