Raised on the West Side of Chicago, Roger was introduced to golf at a young age by his father. After initially pursuing a career in civil engineering, he rediscovered the game through client outings and ultimately left his job to move to Los Angeles with nothing but his golf clubs.

In LA, Roger taught himself photography and video and went on to co-found HIPE Media, creating authentic stories for athletes and brands including Adidas, the Gretzky family, and Aaron Hicks. Now a leading voice for access and inclusion in golf, Roger supports organizations like Youth On Course and gives back through his own nonprofit, Chicago Road Kings Golf Camp, which provides affordable, intentional golf experiences for Black and Brown youth in Chicago.