Kyle Hamm is the nona.media Production Manager with a culinary background, originally from New Orleans, Louisiana. He’ll handle all of your gear needs, and you can even find him on the set of video shoots as the Grip “Extraordinaire” or delivering the newest copies of Nonahood News to our newsstands every month. Hamm tends to be the sarcastic jokester on the team, but he knows how to get things done.
Rapid Fire Questions:
Extrovert or Introvert? Introvert.
Indoors or Outdoors? I don’t know. That’s a tough one. I like being outdoors.
Sun or Snow? Sun.
Dogs or Cats? Dogs. My wife’s not gonna be happy with that one.
Vans or Converse? Vans, bro! Vans for life!
Coffee or Tea? Coffee.
Adventurous or Laid Back? I’m very laid back, but also very adventurous.
Canon, Nikon or Sony? Probably go with Sony. Sony’s way more versatile.
Books or TV? TV. I hate reading.
What brought you to the Nonahood?
“Family, community and all types of new fun. There are all types of new fun going on around here: We’ve got Boxi Park, Nona Adventure Park, Disney World!”
What are you most excited about in Lake Nona?
“Nona Adventure Park because I wanna get out there and SHRED IT! Gonna shred it, bro!”
What’s your favorite hobby?
“Skateboarding.”
What’s your biggest dream?
“Wow. Probably to own my own unique restaurant. It’s exclusive.”
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
“In the Nonahood” [laughs to himself]! “Most likely off some Thai coast on an island. My wife and I were gonna go on a cruise and when we find an island, hop ship and live there forever. I’ll build a mud hut, make a spear for fishing. We’ll be good!”
Who’s your biggest inspiration?
“My parents because they always are driven to be successful and be a part of the community.”
What’s your favorite movie?
“I like all kinds of movies. Fast Times at Ridgemont High would be my favorite. It’s a classic!”
What’s something you’ve done that scared you the most or brought you out of your comfort zone?
“Hmmm … I don’t know. I’ve done a lot of scary stuff while skateboarding. I skitched behind a truck going like 40 and got some major road rash. I mean, it was fun until I let go and almost died. It’s alright … once I healed, like a month later, I did it again and didn’t get hurt. I don’t know … doing this interview with you brought me out of my comfort zone.”
Describe one of your most memorable experiences.
“When my daughters were born. It was scary AND awesome … and gross” [laughs nervously].
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