Meet our founders and president
Terry
Terry and his wife Michelle founded Fuel the Drive to help young people find their voice, their passion and their confidence through sport.
Terry and Michelle are grateful for the support they each received throughout their youth, and are dedicated to paying that forward through the Fuel the Drive Foundation.
Michelle
Board of directors
The members of our board are committed to helping children get opportunities to realize their full potential.
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“I support Fuel The Drive to help create a level playing ground for kids to have access to sports that have historically had less access. Through these experiences, they gain valuable skills that go beyond athletics.”
Jason Sasena is Chief Strategy Officer at Global Credit Union, with leadership experience in financial services, with a focus in not-for-profit credit unions. He received a bachelor’s degree in management from Northwood University and a master’s degree in Internet Marketing Full Sail University.
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“Youth development through golf and tennis coupled with mentoring and life skills education is a win:win:win. A win for the youth, a win for the community and a win for our future.”
Dave’s life work is focused on teaching goals, good choices, and value-based decisions in order to place everyone, but especially our youth, on the road to hope and happiness. He is deeply passionate about youth, education, and tennis. He is graduate of Florida Atlantic University (BA) and Colorado State University (MS).
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“I support FTD because talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t. We work to ensure kids from every background get the support they deserve.
Andy is a committed leader in both the mortgage industry and the nonprofit sector, bringing a passion for community service to their role on Fuel the Drive's board.
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“Letting all kids know they belong and can prosper everywhere is vital to building greater self-confidence and winning in life.”
Yemane, CEO of ASI (Asphalt Specialists, LLC), has served in executive roles for organizations in the public and private sectors. He holds an MBA from the University of Colorado in Denver and a B.A. in Business Administration from Langston University.
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“I’m passionate about using my experience and expertise to help others succeed."
Ruth is an author, consultant and advisor in mortgage finance. She is a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and is passionate about her Mexican American and Cajun American heritage.
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“The opportunity to introduce golf and tennis to children that would otherwise not have the resources to explore the games on their own really excites me"
Jeff is Chief Lending Officer for a credit union that serves individuals with significant financial and credit challenges. Making a difference in the lives of those that truly need it is a sincere passion of Jeff’s and the reason why he loves going to work every day.
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"I am a strong advocate for introducing kids to sports early because I’ve seen how it builds the character, confidence, and resilience that shape them into compassionate, capable leaders."
Rupa is deeply committed to advancing homeownership in role as a lender and believes in starting early to equip the next generation for long‑term success. She extends that commitment through involvement in initiatives that expand access to education, the arts, and athletics for students in underserved communities.
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Are you an active member of your business community who is passionate about helping kids build confidence and further their personal growth journey?
Fuel The Drive has an open position on the board for someone who wants to be a part of our mission to lead kids forward so they believe in their dreams and create pathways to success. Click Contact Us at the top of the page to message us directly.