Hi, my name is Michael. I'm a convicted Felon, and a new father. Growing up in a bad neighborhood in the central valley of California. I got a headstart on the wrong side of the law. Getting incarcerated for the first time at 9 years old... Things only got worse from there. I was tried as an adult and sentenced to state prison at the age of 16. Luckily I was accepted into a fire camp, (A Cal-Fire wildland firefighting organization), at 19 where I began the process of changing my life. I developed real skills and a trade for the first time in my life. I became a certified wildland fire fighter, Sawyer, tree feller, along with gaining a number of safety certifications. Since then I have done a lot of work in renovation and remodeling. Painting, drywall, flooring, framing, landscape and hardscape etc. With my background continuously haunting me, despite my personal renovations and the changes I've made to be productive and generally a better person. This has caused me to only be able to work "under the table". Unable to build credit, pay taxes, even utilize a savings account. Now that I am a father, my newborn daughter’s future is weighing heavily on me... I have done a lot of thinking and realized with my knowledge and experience, along with the quality work I provide, it's in our best interest to start my own business. With my experience and our business plan we can be one of the top renovation companies in the area within a couple years. The only thing holding us back is funding and with my credit, or lack thereof, a bank loan is not realistic. So I'm here with the hope that our community and God will provide us with the opportunity to further renovate our lives and help us succeed. Bringing jobs and quality work to the community, help us live the true American Dream. Thank you all for your time and consideration. God bless. Sincerely, Mike, Katie, and Baby Valkyrie