Gerard is a proud transplant Texan hailing from Wichita, Kansas. He moved to the great state to study at the University of Dallas, graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Physics. Gerard has studied firearms and military history since he was a child, being interested in their mechanical complexity and impact on history and politics. He is an ardent, lifelong supporter of the second amendment and is thankful for the positive impact the shooting sports have had on his life. Gerard taught all his family and most of his friends how to enjoy firearms safely. He enjoys empowering individuals at all skill levels to hone their performance and learn new skill sets. Gerard particularly enjoys introducing brand new shooters to the sport, and teaching experienced shooters new mindsets, applications, and firearm platforms.