OUR TEAM is comprised of a tight-knit unit of former soldiers, kayaking legends, healthcare professionals, and good people dedicated to building an inclusive and sustainable organization that serves our veterans with integrity and fidelity.
Our Founders
Eyal Abro
Since 2016 cofounder Eyal Abro and SurfSki Israel have been training an ever-growing community of Israeli Defense Forces veterans battling the ripple effects of military service and war.
Sean Rice
Current ICF World Surfski Champion, Sean Rice offers expertise, knowledge and a tireless commitment to build this international platform of competition and physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.
Michael McDevitt Shai
With a quarter century of international brand building experience, Michael brings vision, operations and support in collaboration with individuals, institutions, organizations and brands to create a sustainable organization.
Our Staff
Michael Lavee
Lead Trainer & Coach
Mental coach, works with sports teams, athletes and individuals in dealing with uncertainty and stress in the competitive environment.
Experienced SurfSki coach, with a background of over 40 years in kayaking.
Specializes in breathing and cold water immersion as a tool to deal with stress and depression.
Shlomo Nimrodi
Senior Veteran Representative
Wounded warrior and serial entrepreneur Shlomo Nimrodi has founded, built, and led a diverse range of global industries. He has led three IPO’s, several M&A transactions, and the heart and spirit of our veteran paddlers.
Gal Dror
Chief Development Officer
Gal is an ex-naval officer and experienced team leader, with over ten years of experience in innovation and business development.
Roy Haziza
Psychological Consultant
Roy brings a career of academic research and applied treatment of military-focused PTSD to serve our leadership, volunteers, and post-trauma veterans.
