He joined the family energy business, Nordco Inc., instead, and has since grown his own division, called Nordco Consulting. When not working with Nordco, he runs a charity called The Leadership Foundation and Gala, which supports underprivileged children. His best friend is fellow cast member, Courtney Kerr, who openly voices her disapproval of many of his dating choices. There have been many questions about the nature of their relationship since the series began airing.