Most recently, Julie wrote a book for teenage girls and young women on leadership, titled Choose to Matter: Being Courageously and Fabulously YOU. SMU Gets the Death Penalty. Jake was also a keynote speaker at Dick Vitales 5th Annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Event held in Sarasota, Florida and has had several opportunities to speak for the benefit of The American Cancer Society. Ryan Eckel, Vice President, Brand at Dicks Sporting Goods and co-Executive Director of the Dicks Sporting Goods Foundation, is responsible for brand strategy and identity, content and campaign development, consumer insights, media strategy, integrated marketing, digital marketing, PR and private brand development. Jake is also a life-long University of Southern California football fan. Additionally, Lazarus was responsible for the Monster High partnership with the Born this Way Foundation. Her favorite US Olympian and roll model is 1984 Gold Medalist, Florence Griffith. In 2012, Lawrence was selected as one of 15 AMEX Ashoka Emerging Leaders in Social Entrepreneurship. During the spring, as a direct result of her recruiting efforts, on average, 50-60 NCAA coaches set up appointments to meet with her to discuss and meet-and-greet her student-athletes for recruitment purposes. Brendan was an Aspen Ideas Festival Scholar and a Term Member at the Council on Foreign Relations. Schools include but are not limited to: USC, TCU, UCLA, Texas, Cal Berkeley, Holy Cross, Marist, Boise State, Utah, Washington, Grambling, Southern, SDSU, USD, USC, Colorado, Washington UTEP, St. Johns, Vanderbilt, Notre Dame, Syracuse and more. He recently closed out a thirty-year career as an endowed full professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he was also Director of the Wharton Sports Business Initiative, Professor of Africana Studies, and Academic Director of Whartons sports-focused executive education programs. In addition to RISE, he serves on the board of directors of Moelis & Company, a global independent investment bank, on the non-profit board of USA Volleyball, and as an advisor to the Sixers Innovation Lab. He was also a basketball coach for more than 15 years. Jai was born and raised in New York City. Kimberley received her degree from the University of California at Irvine. She also led the creation and execution of marketing strategies for milestone brand campaigns during the Barbie brands relaunch, such as Barbies 50th anniversary, I Can Be and See What Happens When You Play with Barbie. During her tenure, she developed a multi-year strategy to transition CSR investments to outcome-based programs in designated priority areas. A strong advocate for inclusion and access, Joanne is on the boards of directors for Special Olympics Northern California/Nevada, the Bay Area Womens Sports Initiative (BAWSI), and Beyond Sport International. She will continue her role with the newly formed LA2028 Organizing Committee, as her team works to ensure that the athletes of the world have the best possible athlete experience at the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Prior to founding the BOKS program, Kathleen accomplished an 18-year career in real estate finance. She serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Graduate Sports Management programs at the University of San Francisco and George Washington University and has guest lectured at Stanford University. Over the past 15 years, Dr. Berry has directed more than 75 program evaluations across a range of content areas (e.g., college readiness, youth sports, social-emotional learning, afterschool programs) and diverse agencies such as Beyond the Bell at the Los Angeles Unified School District, After School All-Stars, Los Angeles, Montebello Unified School District, Project GRAD Los Angeles, Youth Empowerment Seminar, Los Angeles County Office of Education, First Five Los Angeles, National Endowment for Financial Education, The Gabriella Foundation, and Pearson Education. Through her exposure to the outdoors, Maricela pushed through disability barriers and found her calling. Before working for Mountain View, she was the manager of international corporate relations for Special Olympics, Inc., at their headquarters in Washington, DC. YALLA combines the promise of education and the passion of soccer to inspire refugee and immigrant youth to achieve a college education. In this spirit, Jake setup his own foundation Out-of-Sight Faith in order to raise needed funds to purchase technology for other blind children. Prior to his current position, he was Manager of the Fan Development program and helped execute the Phillies youth baseball initiatives which included youth baseball/softball, educational programs and kids fan clubs. Jake is not afraid to challenge himself or challenge others and has personally raised his expectations for his own life. To further this objective, Joanne worked with team ownership to facilitate signature fundraising events and the donation of funds to non-profits that support the Foundations mission of keeping kids Safe, on Track and in School. In 2016, the Foundation donated $4 million to Bay Area charities, including a significant grant to support the expansion of the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute to Santa Clara High School, and has donated $40 million since its inception in 1991. Since 2004, Dr. Berry has been dually appointed as a Research Associate Professor in the Division of Behavioral & Organizational Sciences at Claremont Graduate University (CGU) and Associate Director of the Claremont Evaluation Center. 30, 2012, 3:05 a.m. NEW! Caylin was selected to the Fulbright Summer Institute to study the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade at the University of Bristol in 2014, where he studied abroad in England. As a breast cancer survivor, she has shared her own challenges during treatment and recovery with a series of stories on her courageous fight against the disease as a working mother and wife. Jake confronted many challenges during his battle and has used his experience to better himself as a person and develop a strong faith in God. It was a dream come true for Jake, and his story inspired millions of people all across the county. Under her aegis were USATFs high performance and athlete development programs, Team USA management, elite athlete services, sport science and medicine, anti-doping, coaching education and certification and national championship meet management. Keiths work has been highlighted by Rachel Ray Show, HBO Real Sports, KNBC News, and KTTV Good Day LA. At the 2009 Short Course IPC Swimming World Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November 2009, Weggemann broke six more world records and took home five gold medals. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her love for swimming. Parents, teachers, and communities across the US and beyond have adopted BOKS, affecting the lives of thousands of children on a day-to-day basis. UD Team uses a unique Sports-Based Youth Development framework as the foundation for all aspects of the school model, placing each student on a competitive sports team with a positive coach who supports their students on and off the field. D. Educational Leadership and Administration from UC Santa Barbara. Launching globally on Red Bull TV on April 23rd, the short film, developed in association with Red Bull and directed by actor and director Michael Rapaport, explores the sacrifices Lewis makes to pursue her first love, musicfrom putting her acting career on hold and self-financing a music career to assembling her very own rock band, The Licks. With the publication of Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, Dr. Ratey has embarked on a world-wide mission to re-engineer schools, corporations, and individual lifestyle practices by incorporating exercise to achieve peak performance and optimum mental health. She currently serves on the advisory boards of Covington Capital, A Better Chance, Inc., New Teacher Center, and The Positive Results Corporation. In 2015, Brendan was named One of 50 Most Inspirational People in Sport by Beyond Sport. While at Gonzaga, Dr. Shaw completed her doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from UC Santa Barbara, served as an adjunct professor, and taught Diversity in Sports Organizations. She has served in the non-profit sector participating internationally with Jumpball Basketball Programme, helping provide free basketball camps and clinics to communities in Jamaica and Haiti. Whitemans family immigrated to New York City from Jamaica. She is a two-time World Cup Champion and she is also a 1996 Olympic Gold medalist, 2000 Olympic Silver medalist and 2004 Olympic Gold medalist. Sarahs favorite quote is, For every breakdown in life, there is an opportunity for a breakthrough. Lazarus has been a member of the Mattel family since 2004. Sophey would like to continue what shes learned with the Youth Institute and school by going into the advertising and marketing industry. In 2012, Selema helped launch the one-of-a-kind action sports programming block Red Bull Signature Series (RBSS) for NBC Sports and its action sports brand Alli. The Bulldogs reached the NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen in 2011-2012. Julie was named as one of the 100 Most Influential NCAA Student-Athletes. The NCAA defines the 100 Most Influential Student-Athletes as those who have made a significant impact or major contributions to society. Prior to Stoked, Steve began his career with an independent marketing firm that he founded working with clients such has Sony Music, Readers Digest, and Rock the Vote. Though difficult, the experience taught him what it means to have a community of support, which he experience through his family and through his soccer teammates. Daves diverse set of responsibilities and extensive domestic and international touring experience with the worlds best surfers have uniquely positioned him to apply a special perspective to his new role for the World Surf League. She got involved with the LA84 Foundation through the YMCA Youth Institute of Greater Long Beach. Lazarus led teams on a global scale in creating and driving global marketing strategies for the brands, as well as identifying new and innovative brands to add to Mattels teen girl portfolio. LaVal has spent over 25 years in nonprofit management, and is an experience executive, with a love for organizational development, fundraising and volunteerism. We are excited to include Vinas unique perspective on the sport of skateboarding in todays panel. Prior to Gonzaga, Shaw served as an assistant at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo where she was an assistant coach for six years. He re-measured and asked her to run again, and she did, but with the same results. Award and Recognition: In 2017 New York University awarded Lawrence the Lauren Beam Philanthropy in Sports Award. in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. Shropshire earned an undergraduate degree in economics from Stanford University and a law degree from Columbia University, and is a member of the California bar. Meeting Coach Carroll and the team was a special experience for both Jake and the Trojans. Earlier in her career, she was one of only two reporters on Court TVs issue-oriented legal program Pros and Cons with Nancy Grace. Jai also has served as Chairman of the Youth Committee for Community Board 4 and was honored as a Local Hero by Bank of Americas Neighborhood Excellence Initiative. In 2008, Brendan received the Laureus Sport for Good Award, which recognizes individuals who make transformational contributions to society through sport, at the Laureus World Sports Awards in St. Petersburg, Russia. Her reputation as a Thought Leader invites frequent public discourse on issues of civic responsibility and social engagement. Martha currently serves as the Chair of the Board of the Central City Association and serves on the Board of Directors for Friends of the Expo Center, the California Hospital Medical Center Community Advisory Board and the Board of Trustees for the California Science Center. Keith has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work with youth and families such as the University of Notre Dame OLeary Award, Best of the Best Community Service Award, the Watkins Award for Community Service and Bounty Celebrating Those of Give Award. Davis is a mentor and coach for young, upcoming basketball players and a longtime supporter of the Boys and Girls Club of Venice. Using a unique combination of recreation and education, Urban Dove has Energized, Educated and Empowered thousands of young people, giving them the support and help they need to succeed in school and in life. Urban Dove serves hundreds of children each year. Transfer culture in high school sports is troublesome. Jake attended the Super Bowl last year and spent some precious moments with Coach Carroll leading up to the big game. In addition, to these accomplishments Dr. Shaw is a certified event planner and owner of Champion Photobooths, a photobooth rental company, based in California. She is a graduate of the University of Virginia and resides in Portland, OR with her husband and son. His ability to relate to athletes and tell their stories in a humanizing, personal way that resonates with viewers has made him a favorite not only within the action sports community, but with everyone on the receiving end of his remarkable insights. His love for sports, extraordinary athletes, and the culture surrounding them gave Selema the unparalleled perspective he used to become todays media authority on action sports. Dr. Ratey has spread his message as an Adjunct Professor of Sport Science at the National Taiwan Sport University, and as a consultant to the President of Taiwan and the Minister of Education in South Korea. Kahn spent four years at the Atlantic 10 Conference office, most recently as associate commissioner from 2010-12, where she served in many capacities, including mens and womens basketball oversight, strategic planning, and social media efforts. Southern Mehtodist may not be a football powerhouse now, but it was pretty stout in the 1940s and . Her most recent news stories can be viewed here. KCRWspresenceincludespodcasts,originalcontentfeatures,liveeventstreams,avibrantsocial networkingcommunityandsuccessfulmobileappsincludingthelatestavirtualrealityappthatgivesa 360lookatKCRWslegendarymusicprogramming. More recently, in September of 2015, Janet was selected to be the primary athlete voice of the Los Angeles 2024 Olympic Bid. Honored as a Hometown Hero, his work has appeared in the New Yorker Magazine, ESPN, Huffington Post, Nylon Magazine, Fuel TV, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and Transworld Business. Julie finished her National Team career with 45 goals, 59 assists and 273 international appearances (caps) for the USA. He also oversees Verizon Foundation activities and engagements for the Pacific & North Central markets. Whiteman earned a degree in Economics from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia in 1998. Lopez believes her job is complete when her news stories make a difference, as in the case of a piece she did on a sixth grade class that created a Facebook page to sell their homemade art to raise money for a classmate whose family couldnt afford a proper funeral for his father. Julie founded the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy (JFSLA) in 2006, along with her husband Ian Sawyers. In this position, Lazarus was a creative force behind these brands, successfully translating their business and marketing objectives into creative strategies that resonated with target audiences in meaningful ways. Steve is the Founder and President of STOKED, an award nonprofit that uses the lifestyle and culture of action sports to empower low-income youth in NYC, LA, and Chicago through leadership and mentorships to pursue the life of their dreams. Despite her small size and unorthodox windmill stroke, she was a natural-born swimmer, completing laps by the age of two. She provided healthy protein snacks after school and after weight training, for free. Jake was alsoa guest commentator on ESPNs College Game Day show for the January 1, 2010 New Years Day show. Natalie is working towards becoming sustainable and zero waste by 2028 and hopes to influence others to do the same.. Allyson went on to accomplish impressive feats over her high school career. Her father, Paul, is an ordained minister who was an excellent sprinter as a teen. 1) What punishment do you believe is appropriate for a coach who is caught illegally recruiting players from another school? She is the former Captain of the US Womens National Team. As a broadcast journalist and host, Champion also worked across the country covering network news, entertainment, and sports stories of national interest for ABC, CBS, NBC and other cable networks. While he enjoys writing and lecturing, first and foremost, John is a Psychiatrist who cares deeply about his patients. In October 2011, Jake and his emerging golf game were featured on Foxs Live Life & Win. Jake was also featured on The Katie Couric Show called Miracles, the Home and Family show on Hallmark, Fox and Friends and CBS nightly news. Prior to becoming a social entrepreneur, Sam was a hedge fund trader on Wall Street. She inherited her long legs from her school teacher mother, Marlean. In 1987, when she was 15 years old, Janet burst onto the international swimming scene, breaking world records in the 400m, 800m and the 1500m freestyle. This piece has been aired on ESPN, Good Morning America; ABCs Evening News and won an ESPY award. Additionally, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, she launched the first ever girl-targeted Super Hero brand, which promoted girl empowerment. Whiteman is a proud alumna of programs to include the Jackie Robinson Foundation, the LEAD Program in Business, and the United Negro College Fund. Follow her on Facebook here. She currently holds 3 US National Championship titles. Selema is currently executive producing and appearing as host in VICELANDs highly-anticipated docu-series, VICE World of Sports, which premiered April 27th, 2016. She was a 4 time All-American at Stanford University and was inducted into the Stanford Hall of Fame. Neftalie Williams also teaches USC Annenbergs ASCJ 420: Skateboarding and Action Sports in Business, Media and Culture. Keith has a passion to share his foster care experience and his successful transition into adulthood; his mission is to empower parents, relative caregivers and foster parents with the tools needed to successfully move abused, neglected and wounded children from a point of pain to power. Prior to assuming the executive director position, she served in several capacities for the Alliance, focusing on coordinating event and educational program operations and building connections and engagement through social media and communication strategies. Julie currently sits on the board of Athletes for Hope (AFH), a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization created by successful athletes who have a deep commitment to charitable and community causes. Fluent in Spanish, Lopez is widely recognized in Latino communities throughout Southern California. In addition, he has a non-profit, Sparking Life, with a mission to transform Americas sedentary lifestyle for the benefit of all. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, long walks on the beach, hiking in the mountains, and spending time with family and friends. When Jake was 8 months old, he was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer, retinoblastoma. Upon joining LADF in 2013, Whiteman led efforts to rebrand and restructure LADF, an organization that today operates significant programs that serve thousands of underserved youth in Los Angeles, grants over $1million annually to local nonprofits and raises significant funds to support its efforts. She would go on to win gold in Athens in 2004, gold in Beijing in 2008, gold in London in 2012, and bronze in Rio in 2016. She began working for Mad Rock Climbing as a product rep and brand ambassador which paved the way to further educating and immersing herself in the outdoor industry and the community. On that date, Mallory Weggemann received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, she was forever changed.

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