Don is a member of CFR’s Music Curating Team. He was born and raised in Ohio, where his passion for music was ignited by the dynamic sounds of Cleveland’s iconic WMMS radio station. His early exposure to a wide variety of genres shaped his eclectic musical taste, which has influenced his work throughout his career. Prior to his transition into the world of music curation, Don enjoyed a diverse professional journey, having worked as a chef and later as a network manager. After retiring to Southport, North Carolina, Don now channels his lifelong love of music into curating and sharing his expansive knowledge, helping others discover the sounds that shaped his own life.