As the Senior Manager of Hockey Operations, Chad helps lead the implementation of several 200x85 development & tournament programs. In addition, Chad implements both short/long term vision and objectives for 200x85 Development Programs and manages player recruitment, staffing, scheduling, and execution of on ice player events. Chad also supports team recruitment, tournament organization and execution. A Chicagoland native, Chad excelled in hockey at Fenwick High School, earning All-State, All-Conference, and All-State Academic honors. He continued his playing career at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. With over 25 years of coaching experience, Chad is a USA Hockey-certified Hockey Director and a Level 5 Master Coach. He has coached at all levels, from Learn to Skate to AAA, as well as high school, collegiate, and USA Hockey National Development Camps. In 2010, USA Hockey Magazine named him Coach of the Month, and he was honored as AHAI Youth Coach of the Year in 2017. Chad also has over eight years of scouting experience in the USHL, NAHL, and college. He currently serves on three AHAI committees: Coaching (CEP Instructor), Player Development (Coach & Evaluator), and the ADM Committee.