My foundation has been set up specifically to support the notion that every child should have the opportunity to chase their dream - to "Chase the Stars".
By supporting high quality programs and events that directly improve the well-being, health, and quality of children's lives, my foundation is working to make a difference for kids with the hope that they can achieve their dreams.
Founded in 2004, my foundation has defined its mission as making an immediate and positive impact on the lives of as many children as possible. And with support from its Gold Medal Supporters, Silver Medal Supporters, Bronze Medal Supporters and Qualifiers - as well as the many, many passionate and caring people at the programs, charities and events that "Chase the Stars" works with and supports - we expect to have plenty of success!
But there's more we need to accomplish to meet our goals. So see below or click on a logo/link to find out what we do, how we do it, and importantly - how you can help.
Our wonderful supporters allow us to help kids "Chase the Stars." To donate, please send check or money order payable to "Silicon Valley Community Foundation" with "Chase the Stars Foundation" written on the memo line to the address below.
We appreciate your support! All donations are governed by the terms and conditions set forth at www.siliconvalleycf.org.
Kerri Walsh's Chase the Stars FoundationKerri Walsh's Chase the Stars Foundation is maintained in partnership with Silicon Valley Community Foundation. To learn more about the community foundation, please visit www.siliconvalleycf.org.
If you want to learn more about other ways to contribute (e.g., appreciated stock, real estate, credit card) please call Kerri Walsh's Chase the Stars Foundation, c/o Silicon Valley Community Foundation at (650) 450-5400, fax (650) 450-5401, or e-mail donate@siliconvalleycf.org.
Assisting Kerri with the operation of her Chase the Stars Foundation are the following individuals who comprise the Advisory Board. The Advisory Board meets quarterly to work with Kerri to set goals for her foundation and to assess the progress that is being made toward meeting those goals.
Craig Brommers is the Vice President of Marketing for Speedo, the world's largest swimwear company. A sponsor of athletes in beach volleyball, swimming, diving, triathlon, synchronized swimming, and water polo, more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo suits and apparel than any other brand. Mr. Brommers oversees Speedo advertising, communications, retail promotions, market research and sports marketing activities. Among his most recent successes is the much-hyped $1 million bonus for swimmer Michael Phelps' assault on the seven Olympic Gold Medal record and the launch of the world's fastest swimsuit, Speedo Fastskin FSII.
Prior to Speedo, Mr. Brommers worked for Brener Zwikel & Associates, a sports PR firm based in Los Angeles. His primary accounts were the National Football League, ATP tennis, and WTA tennis. Additional account experience included Don King Productions, Mike Tyson, California Speedway, NASCAR, and PGA golf. Mr. Brommers also worked as a D.C.-based aide for U.S. Senator Slade Gorton, from his native Washington state. Mr. Brommers earned an MBA at The Anderson School at UCLA and a BA at Washington State University.
Jeff Urban is the Director, Sports Marketing at Gatorade and has held this position for the past five years. He handles Gatorade's national property relationships, manages Gatorade's stable of athlete endorsers, integrates both properties and athletes across the brand, and oversees the 20-person strong sports marketing team. Prior to joining Gatorade, Mr. Urban did a brief stint at Frankel Promotion Agency where he served as VP, Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Before joining Frankel, he spent 7+ years as the Director, Sports Marketing at USA TODAY, overseeing all the league and property relationships with the paper. He also worked for Cato Johnson Sports Marketing agency on the Miller Brewing Company account, the Baltimore Orioles where he was Promotion Manager and served an internship with the Chicago White Sox. Mr. Urban is a graduate of James Madison University where played on the 1983 College World Series Team. Born and raised in New Jersey, he now resides in Winnetka, Illinois with his wife Kim and 4 children - Samantha (6 years old), Nicole (5 years old) Jeffrey (3 years old) and Kiley (1 year old).
Mr. Morgan is the President of Morgan Advisory Group, LLC. After graduating from Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose, Mr. Morgan attended Boston College, where he graduated as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Mr. Morgan earned his law degree at the University of California at Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) while focusing on contract law and corporate law. At one of the largest law firms in the world, he represented individuals and corporations in complex transactions valued into the hundreds of millions of dollars, including the purchase of the San Jose Sharks NHL Hockey Club. Mr. Morgan is also the author of "Ambition: a Translation and Analysis of Plato's Alcibiades."
Mr. Morgan has been a National Football League Players Association certified contract advisor since the year 2000, and is also certified by Major League Baseball. He is a member of both the Sports Lawyers' Association and the business law group of the California State Bar Association. Recently, Mr. Morgan has negotiated product endorsement deals for clients with companies such as Gatorade, Speedo, NIKE, Reebok, Smart Parts, NXe, Tecnica / Volkl, CEBE Sunglasses, Nautica, Wilson Sporting Goods, Sirius Satellite Radio, Bolle, Visa, Hall's, K2, JT USA, McDonald's, and others. Mr. Morgan resides in San Mateo, CA with his wife Liza and their son Tyler.