Mike Metcalf - Founder, Director of Communications & Multimedia

Co-Owner of Arts-Rec Skateshop, 9FIVE Eyewear and Resol Mezcal.

Dr. Martín Casas - Founder, Director of Innovation, Fundraising & Grants

Dr. Casas currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services at the Escondido Union High School District and as a faculty member at HTH Graduate School of Education. He previously served as President of the North County Conference.

Kellen James - Board Member

Entrepreneur and professional skateboarder. Co-Owner of Arts-Rec Skateshop and widely recognized as one of the most talented skateboarders in Southern California.

Cesar Fernandez - Board Member, Director of Community Partnerships

An educator of 21 years at both the middle and high school levels and founder of the Educated Guess podcast. Cesar currently serves as a Board Member of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, and also serves as Coordinator of After School Programs at the Sweetwater Union High School District.

Aled Anaya -

Board Member, Director of Art & Design

Educator, Artist, Muralist, Graphic Designer, Screen Printing expert and Entrepreneur. Aled is one of the most recognized and talented artists in the Southern California Area. You can view and experience Aled’s pieces at Chicano Park, Orange Glen HS, Valley HS, Del Lago Academy, and Arts-Rec (Chula Vista).

Steve Wiggs -

Board Member, HS Club Liaison/ Advisor

Long - time educator, action sports club advisor, varsity head coach, and a supporter/advocate of all South Bay youth sports. Steve brings his unique experience/expertise as a skate team club advisor to help new HS teams get started.