Brook Lander

Brook Lander grew up an only child on a farm in rural Kansas. While he loved country life, the anticipation of wanting more encouraged him to become a dreamer. After graduating from college, he set out for the City of Angels with nothing more than a big red suitcase―no friends, no family, no security, and a huge fear of driving the 101 and 405. While chasing ambitions of becoming an entertainment attorney, he discovered his creative talents and gift of storytelling. Eighteen years later, that journey, combined with multiple heartfelt conversations with his Mom, a Special Olympics Coach and Speech Pathologist, inspired him to encourage others to Dream Big just as he did. An idea was ignited during quarantine, and thus Bonzai came to life. When not creating, Brook can be found on the course enjoying his other true love―golf. As an accomplished golfer, he grew up competing at the highest levels on the national junior tours. He continues to be a scratch player today and is currently developing innovative ways to push the game forward for the next generation.