Meet the Leaders Behind USA SBX Foundation
Our leadership team is committed to fostering talent and ensuring the growth of snowboardcross in the U.S.A. (SBX)
USA SBX Foundation
The USA SBX Foundation is dedicated to nurturing the talents of snowboardcross (SBX) athletes across the United States. Our mission is to provide financial support, resources, and opportunities that enable athletes to excel in their sport. We believe in fostering a community that celebrates athletic excellence and encourages personal growth. Through our grants and programs, we aim to remove financial barriers and empower athletes to pursue their passion for snowboarding at the highest levels.
Our mission
To support athletic excellence in developing Snowboardcross (SBX) Athletes in the United States.
Visionary Leadership
Our board consists of former athletes and industry experts dedicated to supporting the next generation of SBX Athletes.
Athlete Support
We provide grants and resources to help athletes reach their full potential and achieve their dreams.
Community Engagement
Our foundation actively engages with the community to promote snowboardcross and inspire future champions.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our leadership is an active team of Olympic medalists, Olympians, World Cup & Continental Cup winners, SBX Legacy athletes, top-level US coaches, and entrepreneurs connected to the sport of snowboarding. Their leadership and vision are instrumental in guiding our mission.
Ross Hindman
Executive Director
James Harris
Board Chairman
Marilyn Dana
Secretary
Faye Gulini-Thelen
Board Treasurer
Lindsey Jacobellis
Board Member
Paul Krahulec
Board Member
Jarod Minghini
Board Member
Ben Volvovitz
Board Member
Autumn Hindman
Board Member
Ross Hindman - Executive Director
Ross Hindman is a visionary leader in the snowboardcross community, known for founding the ISTC and SBXLife. With a rich background as an SBX Coach and entrepreneur, Ross has dedicated his SBXLife to nurturing young talent and promoting the sport globally. His innovative approach and commitment to athlete development have made significant impacts, fostering many generations of SBX champions for the USA and other nations. His commitment to the sport of snowboardcross is 2nd to none.
In 32 years of coaching I have never been this worried about the sport of Snowboardcross and its Athletes in the U.S.A. more than now. The financial commitment for athletes aspiring to become a U.S. Olympian has become almost insurmountable. We can’t control the weather, or any future pandemics, but we CAN help these athletes by giving them the best chance to succeed.
This is why I have started this foundation in the hope that it can help future generations of U.S. snowboardcross (SBX) athletes. Thereby helping the sport itself in the USA.
Board of Directors: Minimum of 3 to a maximum of 11 members
Executive Director – Ross Hindman (SBX Coach, Founder USA SBX Foundation, ISTC & SBXLife)
Board Chairman – James Harris (Former SBX Athlete, Entrepreneur, Restauranteur)
Secretary – Marilyn Dana (Broker-Coldwell Banker Global Luxury)
Board Treasurer – Faye Gulini-Thelen (Olympian, Accountant, US Team Member)
Board Member – Lindsey Jacobellis (3-Time Olympic Medalist, Legacy Athlete, Olympian, Current US Team Member)
Board Member – Autumn Hindman (CFO-KNS International, Former CFO Skull-Candy, Snowboarder)
Board Member – Paul Krahulec (USASA-RMS Series Director, Software Developer, Snowboarder)
Board Member – Jarod Minghini (Former US SBX Team Athlete, Owner Tahoe Wake Busters)
Board Member – Ben Volvovitz (Doctor of Medicine, Former ISTC SBX Member)
Join Us in Making a Difference
Be a part of the USA SBX Foundation’s mission to support and nurture the next generation of snowboardcross champions. Your involvement can make a significant impact, whether through donations, volunteering, or participating in snowboardcross events. Together, we can empower athletes and foster a thriving snowboarding community. Join us today and help shape the future of snowboardcross (SBX) in America! Want to be a USA SBX Foundation Board Member, click the button below.