Biography of Patrick Gailus
Patrick Gailus’ early years began in Portland, Maine, later he moved to Merrimack, New Hampshire. Patrick’s love of the outdoors began in Maine where he enthusiastically attended Center Day Camp on Sebago Basin in Windham, Maine for over a decade. It was there he started mountain biking, swimming, and overnight camping. Patrick nurtured his love for the outdoors and adventure as a Cub Scout and then Boy Scout as a member of Troop 424 in Merrimack, where he especially enjoyed camping. Patrick’s middle and high school years included innovative school curricula and he developed skills in circus performing, farming, and distance swimming. Spending a year in an outdoor experiential program in Layton, Utah, Patrick honed skills in camping, mountain biking, skiing, and climbing, he completed his high school education at Fusion Academy in Burlington, Massachusetts, graduating in 2022.
First Steps into the Work Environment Patrick's vocational path started with becoming an assistant counselor at his beloved childhood camp in Maine, CDC where he enjoyed working with kids outdoors. Later, he worked at Lowes in Amherst, New Hampshire, and Buckley's Great Steaks in Merrimack. His can-do attitude, and commitment to providing excellent customer service were lauded in these roles.
Transition into Technology Offering a glimpse into his enthusiastic, can-do attitude, Patrick’s first foray into technology came as an assistant to the Sound Engineer at the prestigious Funk Studio in Salt Lake City, Utah. His interests in music and technical aptitude saw him swiftly mastering sound engineering
tools like ProTools, exhibiting a knack for music mixing and mastering. His friendly personality and love for music enabled him to provide set up support with several famous actors and musicians.
Embracing the Digital Domain An avid technology learner, Patrick recently started exploring content creation as part of his interest in gaming and computers. Channeling his innovative spirit into developing a YouTube channel for sharing game insights and enthusiasm, Patrick has exhibited creativity, dedication, and continuous learning about the art of live streaming.
Charitable Involvement and Community Service Patrick's virtues of pitching in and contributing also extend to community activities. His involvement in the Student Council in Layton, Utah, and his consistent participation in numerous community service projects attest to his dedication to helping others.
Hobbies and Interests Patrick's curiosity and love for exploring how things work fuel his hobbies, particularly his fascination with engines. From reading about them as a child to actively working on restoring them, Patrick's lifelong interest is the underpinning force of his actions. He has worked on engine design using simulation tools as well as hands-on with real engines, making both mechanical and control system modifications. Similarly, he has built and modified e-bikes including winter modifications for year-round use. He has interest in civilian and military aviation, trains, both historic and modern, high-performance cars, anything that involves engines, whether steam, diesel, gas or other. His love for history and technology and his tinkering habits provide insight into his innovative personality.