I graduated in 1998 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering as a first‑generation Penn State alum, unknowingly kicking off the family tradition we all know today. Since then, siblings, children, friends, neighbors—and now even classmates’ kids and nieces—have all been ready to proudly shout, “We Are!”

When the chance came to make an investment that brought together friends, family, tailgates, and long‑term growth, I didn’t hesitate. I jumped in. That decision led to the creation of Blue & White Lodging LLC and We Are Penn State Properties LLC. This was a quick process starting with a phone call in June of 2025 and resulted in the signing of what would become Atherton Street. From there the bug and inspiration was born and the branding developed. Make it a place, where I or my family would want to stay. By October, I felt one was not enough and I trusted myself to invest in this as a source of support for the school, area and Penn State Family that I was welcomed into back in 1993 in Altoona. Go ivy Leaves! (and Berks summers) . I am not a hospitality degree major, but I am a person who has travelled and has common sense. I welcome questions and support along the way our journey.