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Rick George
Athletics Director, University of Colorado
George played defensive back at the University of Illinois from 1978 to 1981, developing the resilience and strategic mindset that now drive his approach as a college athletics director.
Gene DeFilippo
President, DeFilippo & Associates, LLC
DeFilippo played quarterback at Springfield College (MA) from 1969 to 1972. His experience under center helped lay the groundwork for a decades-long career in college athletics leadership, including roles at USC Upstate, Villanova, and Boston College.
Dr. Rick Brewer
Principal, Ute Meadows Elementary School
Brewer played linebacker at Colorado State University from 2007 to 2010, where he served as a team captain and led the Rams with 105 tackles in his senior year—an experience he now draws upon as principal in leading and supporting students and staff.
Dr. Chris Howard
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Arizona State University
Howard played running back at the U.S. Air Force Academy from 1987 to 1990 and was the first recipient of the Campbell Trophy. A Rhodes Scholar and Bronze Star honoree, he later led Robert Morris University and now serves on Arizona State’s leadership team.