Committees

Want to get more involved?

Joining a committee is a great way to share your expertise, connect with fellow leaders, and make a meaningful impact on the future of our industry. USSSA thrives because of committed volunteers—your voice can help shape what comes next.

Chair: Carrie DeMont
Liaison: Lisa Zarda

Purpose

• Set and maintain certification standards

• Oversee assessments and certification decisions

• Ensure program quality and integrity

Committee Members

• Carrie DeMont

• Jessica Zimmer

• Scott Barron

• Susie VanEkeren

• Tobey Burnett

• Courtney Rogers

• Brittany Moog

Chair: D’Nette Allsop
Liaison: Lori Klatt

Purpose

• Strengthen member engagement and connection

• Support membership growth and retention

• Provide insights to enhance member value

Committee Members

• D’Nette Allsop

• Kaleb Wallen

• Jett Cutler

• Allie Gaines

• Lori Klatt

• Ann Marie Sunderhaus

• Sarah Swartz

Chair: Tracy Koleber
Liaison: Melissa McGarvey

Purpose

• Establish advocacy priorities

• Lead proactive advocacy at state and national levels

• Educate members and key stakeholders

Committee Members

• Tracy Koleber

• Jim Spiers

• Kristin Stitt

• Melissa McGarvey

• Nick Trowbridge

• Angie Baker

• Andrew Kline

Chair: Micha Seal

Purpose

• Recruit and educate leadership talent

• Strengthen board composition and governance standards

• Conduct fair and rigorous candidate evaluations

Committee Members

• Micha Seal

• Lisa Zarda

• John Kirk

• Matt Young

• Tammy Schoen

Chair: Samantha Canchola
Liaison: Micha Seal

Purpose

• Recommend volunteer speakers

• Provide feedback on the proposed schedule

• Support volunteer needs for a successful event

Committee Members

• Samantha Canchola

• Micha Seal

• Ellis Raymond

• Andy Broido

• Theresa Wold

• Nick Curl

• Alexis Demmitt

• Sal Ulloa

Chair: Samantha Canchola
Liaison: Micha Seal

Purpose

• Recommend volunteer speakers

• Provide feedback on the proposed schedule

• Support volunteer opportunities at conference

Committee Members

• Samantha Canchola

• Melissa McGarvey

• Kara Cassidy

• Mary Kerr

• Marina Mentzel

• Leighann Day

• Tammy Schoen

Chair: Rose Cholewinski

Purpose

• Evaluate major projects before board review

• Act on behalf of the Board in urgent situations

• Report actions taken to the Board

Committee Members

• Rose Cholewinski

• Micha Seal

• Debbie Sayers

• Lisa Zarda

Chair: Samantha Canchola
Liaison: Lori Klatt

Purpose

• Identify and cultivate potential sponsors

• Strengthen relationships with current sponsors

• Support sponsorship strategy and materials

Committee Members

• Samantha Canchola

• Lori Klatt

• Casey Delprete

• Paulana Lamier

Chair: Kelli Stryker
Liaison: Brittany Moog

Purpose

• Deliver high-quality instruction

• Ensure consistency with curriculum and standards

• Support learners through assessment and feedback

Faculty Members

• Kelli Stryker

• Kelly Gosselin

• Tracy Laman

• Krissy Bartlett

Chair: Larissa Koerschner

Purpose

• Learn form experienced industry leaders

• Share proven business strategies

• Support one another through collaboration

Faculty Members

• Jennifer Golde

• Jeffery Purchin

• Karen Clay

• D’Nette Allsop