Evan Sims - Carpenter.

Born in San Louis Obispo county, California, Tory Vaca has always loved to build things. As his wife and co-workers will tell you, if he doesn’t know how make or do something, he’ll figure it out. Roughly 15 years ago, Tory had a good friend who worked for a builder, and he jumped on board - observing, learning, practicing, and honing is skills in a wide array of building industry tasks. Eventually he became seasoned in everything from demolition, concrete work, and remodels, to painting and window cleaning, and ultimately specializing in fencing, decks and pergolas. As he’ll tell you, he loves working and building stuff - near non-stop!

In his free time you can find him hanging out with his wife, skateboarding, snowboarding, walking the dogs, cooking and grilling, and of course, building miscellaneous stuff around the house. Additionally, Tory is close with his family, with 18 nieces and nephews. With his older sister and younger brother, in their spare time, they’re currently collaborating to built out a family business - a farm-to-table rustic resort destination outside of Helena, Montana, inclusive of an equestrian motel.

 

Get to know Tory

Best sandwich?: Bánh mì

What was your first concert?: Jack Johnson & Ben Harper at Les Schwab Amphitheater

Coffee or tea? Cream or sugar?: Coffe w/ oat milk.

Love at first sight. Is it real?: Yeah, it’s real.

If you could go anywhere for your next vacation, where would it be?: Portugal

Aliens, real or not?: Yeah.

If you get one song to listen to for the rest of your life, what is it?: Jealous Guy by Donny Hathaway (John Lennon cover)

Cats or dogs?: Dogs.

Least favorite smell?: Stinky cheese.

Favorite smell?: Fresh can of tennis balls.

Favorite action movie?: Rush Hour

Apples or oranges?: Apples

What is the scariest animal?: Polar bear

What’s one thing you own that you really should throw out?: Kids picnic table (outgrown it)

One fun fact about yourself?: I’m also a tennis instructor.