Randy Chase is a retired US Army Colonel who served for 25 years in multiple leadership positions, including commanding a 450 person Artillery Battalion. He is also a certified leadership and development coach. For many years at the UBS Leadership Institute, Randy provided support to the firm’s top 600 global leaders through leadership programs, cultural change initiatives and coaching. From 2009 until 2012, Randy had global responsibility for Executive Coaching and Managing Director development programs. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Sociology from Northern Illinois University, a Master of Arts in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. Randy has also served as a President/Board member of several nonprofits.

Sheila Wall, MSW, (owner of In Synchrony LLC) is a Certified Executive and Life Coach assisting individuals in career transitioning and work/life integration, facilitating personal transformation and greater engagement in work and life. Sheila is also a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) consultant. Formerly a Vice President and Senior Risk Management Consultant, Sheila worked 18 years in domestic and global risk management with AIG, Sedgwick and Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. She has worked with senior management within global and domestic client companies. In the non-profit sector, Sheila was a therapist and served on several non-profit boards. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from New York University and a BA in Psychology from Penn State University. Her coaching certification was awarded in 2005 by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). She is a GetFive Certified Career Coach and holds a PCC credential from the International Coach Federation. In 2007, Sheila completed DISC assessment training. Currently a member of the International Coach Federation, CT Chapter, she served as President from 2015-16 and Past President from 2016-17.

A U.S. Army veteran, Jere has been a coach/mentor with SBT since its inception. After serving as a First Lieutenant (Vietnam in 1968), he worked for forty years as a psychotherapist in New York, where in addition to his clinical practice, he mentored veterans. Retired in 2014, Jere lives in Salt Lake City. Jere is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and does pro bono work with veterans and their families.

Mark Sachs is an Air Force veteran who for many years has been a leadership coach and organization consultant. In his work he believes that people have much more potential than they give themselves credit for. As a coach, he helps leaders and managers identify their strengths, communicate more effectively, collaborate better, manage others, and handle stress. He has a particular interest in helping people set better boundaries with others. Before starting his work as a coach he had a career in public radio and television. He holds BA and MA degrees in Sociology from Rutgers University and an MS degree in Organization Development from American University. He is also an International Coach Federation, Professional Certified Coach (PCC).

Marc Brightman is a seasoned executive and leadership coach with over two decades of experience in the technology sector, encompassing sales, customer success, technical pre-sales, and leadership roles. As the founder and principal coach of Brightway Coaching & Consulting, he specializes in strengths-based coaching, leadership development programs, and team workshops, guiding clients to identify and leverage their unique talents for personal and professional growth.​ Before establishing his coaching and consulting practice, Marc held several key global leadership positions at Akamai Technologies, a prominent technology company with a revenue run rate exceeding $3+ billion. In these capacities, Marc led diverse teams, developed strategic initiatives, and drove significant business growth for his customers and teams. He holds esteemed credentials, including an International Coach Federation (ICF) ACC, Newfield Network Certified Coach (NCC), Terma Certified Executive Coach (TCEC), and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. His dedication to fostering resilience and self- discovery empowers clients to navigate their futures with confidence and purpose. Beyond his professional endeavors, Marc is committed to supporting veterans and their families, aligning seamlessly with Stand Beside Them's mission to assist veterans in their transition to civilian life. His extensive corporate experience, combined with his passion for service and empowerment, makes him a valuable asset to the Board of Directors.