Elijah began his education at a community college in Charlottesville, where he studied business and discovered his passion for building communities, stewarding opportunities, and fostering growth. During this time, he founded an Investing Club to help peers develop financial discipline and launched a chapter of Chi Alpha, a Christian fellowship that continues to thrive today.

After transferring to Virginia Tech, Elijah remained committed to his career and to creating environments where others succeed. He joined Beta Upsilon Chi fraternity and entered leadership roles that emphasized collaboration and impact. Alongside his campus involvement, he completed internships each summer in industries including construction, defense, and consulting, gaining hands-on experience and exploring where he could make the greatest contribution.

Elijah now works at Carilion. He is excited to dream big and has high hopes for all that life has in store.