Writer. Analyst. Storyteller.
Through rigorous data analysis and intentional writing, I help people cut through the noise — uncovering insights that challenge assumptions, sharpen decisions, and inspire a more examined approach to work and life.
Reflections that challenge conventional wisdom about how we work, live, and make decisions — alongside nostalgic stories and verse that find the universal in the personal. New essays on Substack, plus Matera Exclusives you'll only find here.
Read WritingNumbers tell stories — if you know how to read them. I translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that reveal what's really going on beneath the surface.
View ProjectsTrail photography from hikes across the Colorado high country — aspen groves, alpine lakes, and the views that make the climb worth it.
See PhotosA 26-year analysis of how the dollar has fared against 13 currencies across Europe, Latin America, and Asia — and what lies ahead for American travelers in 2026 and beyond.
Matera Exclusive · ReflectionSome moments in life just stick with you. A light-hearted story about a summer morning in Virginia Beach working with my father.
I'm Austin — a writer and analyst who lives to enjoy the outdoors and experience all that life has to offer. I believe that honest analysis and good storytelling are two sides of the same coin.
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