Jef was born in Chicago, Illinois, grew up in Massachusetts, Texas, Taiwan, Vietnam, Southeast Asia, and Europe, and now calls Maryland his home. He obtained a Master of Arts in Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix.

His writings validate that verbal ability is one of the most critical competencies anyone possesses.  His works center on all styles of poetry, short prose, lyrics, and songwriting.  He’s a critical thinker and a rulebreaker, meaning he’s not afraid of experimentation and innovation. His debut poetry collection, “First Poem of Words,” reflects his experiences, faith, successes, travels, and trials.  To him, poetry's purpose is only one tactic to appreciate the language of humanity.  He is an accomplished business and technical writer. Since 2003, his creative writing journey has increased in speed and scope.