Golden State Storm: Board of Advisors
2025-2026
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Former four-time all pro NFL quarterback and current analyst with roots in the Bay, Garcia brings athlete insight and leadership experience to the team’s competitive evolution.
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College football coach, author, and Penn State trustee, providing thought leadership at the intersection of sport, culture, and education.
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NFL coach and barrier-breaker, King offers rare expertise in elite coaching, gender equity in sport, and athlete empowerment.
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Ex-NFL player and founder of the Reggie Stephens Foundation, committed to mentorship and community-building through sport.
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Former D1 soccer player and operating executive at Goal Five, Kletz brings deep expertise in equity in sports and scaling purpose-driven brands.
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Ex-college & pro soccer player & current GM San Jose Earthquakes, Leitchbrings deep experience with operating successful professional sports franchises.
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Medical device executive with Johnson & Johnson and Owens & Minor; a former college athlete who brings a sharp operational lens and healthcare leadership experience.
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Executive VP of NXT Lacrosse and former D1 athlete and coach, leading thinking around athlete development and youth pipelines.
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Senior Vice President, HBO Brand Marketing, focused on helping the Storm develop compelling storytelling and fan engagement across platforms.
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Stanford alum and biotech finance leader (Genentech, Gilead, Sana), offering a strong voice in investment strategy and organizational growth.
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Former legal executive at Nest/Google and current CFO at Mill, Shahani supports legal and business strategy as the Storm builds its foundation.
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Harvard & Kellogg alum, 20 year veteran at the CIA, Bae brings unique experience as the Storm works to connect within the SF Bay region with different communities and organizations.
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Founder of b8ta and former CEO of Model No., Raub brings deep expertise in brand strategy, digital transformation, and consumer engagement to help the Storm grow its brand and fan experience.