I grew up in Chile with a strong Swiss heritage. After finishing high school, I moved to Switzerland to join the Swiss Windsurfing Olympic Team. Later I became a professional Windsurfer which landed me on Maui in 1994.

Although my life seemed pretty fun, I was lost and I was searching to fill that empty
hole in my heart. I met a girl at the beach. She took me to a church by the sea where I truly met Jesus and His love!

20 months later I married that all American girl and we have been blessed with 3 kids.

God, through my multicultural upbringing, and world travels gave me a heart for the poor and Missions. Since 1998, Kellie and I have enjoyed serving on many missions trips and leading teams for Harvest Kumulani since 2014.

I officially became a full time staff member at Harvest KUMULANI on April 1, 2021. As an Assistant Pastor I wear many hats, but at the core I simply love to serve.

• Born in: 1968
• Birthplace: Santiago, Chile
• Favorite verses: Psalm 1, Mat 5:16, Acts 20:35, Mat 28:18-20, 1 Cor 2:9
• Favorite quote: The best is yet to come!
• Married to: Kellie Banto
• Married since: 1997
• Children: Paloma, Niko and Matias