Bob Burke

I got involved over 10 years ago when I looped for Stewart Cink in the Tampa PODS Championship and have kept in touch ever since. I have always been impressed with this rather unique organization and was overwhelmed by Russ and Colleen’s dedication to truly helping those individuals cursed by misfortune. It is a terrific and successful platform that has grown over the years. Hopefully I can assist in perpetuating that growth and increasing both awareness and sponsorship income. Thank you for inviting me to join this admirable group of people on the Board. I welcome the opportunity to contribute.

Bill Conwell

My connection to The Warrior’s Journey Golf Initiative began in 2011 through an introduction to Russ Holden at a fundraising event in Charlotte, North Carolina. That experience revealed the unique power of golf as a platform for connection, healing, and purpose—especially in service to our nation’s veterans.

Since then, I have had the privilege of working alongside TWJG leadership on golf-centered initiatives that bring together veterans, players, caddies, sponsors, and supporters in meaningful and lasting ways. These experiences have reinforced my belief that golf can be a powerful catalyst for community, resilience, and impact.

After relocating to South Florida in 2017, I became more actively involved in advisory and event-based leadership roles supporting the growth of the TWJG Initiative.

I am honored to serve on the Advisory Board of The Warrior’s Journey Golf Initiative and look forward to continuing to advance this important mission.

Dr. MICHAEL COHEN

As a Vascular Surgeon who not infrequently operates on children, I am keenly aware of the importance of Philanthropy for Pediatric health care and research. When Russ Holden expressed his dream concept to me to raise money for Fanconi Anemia research, I was struck by his passion and comittment, and the brilliance of the idea, perhaps in part due to our mutual love of caddying. I volunteered immediately to do whatever possible to help in his mission, and I am now honored to be on the Board of Directors.

STEVEN HAUG

I am truly excited about becoming a board member for Caddy for a Cure / Inspiring Warriors Golf. I’ve made it a personal goal to have a positive work and personal life balance. Becoming involved with Caddy for a Cure this early in my life is the perfect way to give back to those less fortunate and have personal fulfillment. I truly look forward to making an impact on those that benefit from Caddy for a Cure / Inspiring Warriors Golf.

MIKE HUMMEL

I serve on the Advisory Council of The Warrior’s Journey Golf out of deep respect and gratitude for the sacrifices made by our veterans. I come from a military family, and service has always been a value deeply ingrained in my life. I strongly believe in the power of golf as a tool for healing, connection, and renewed purpose. Supporting those who have served our country is deeply meaningful to me, and being part of this council allows me to give back in a way that aligns with my values. It is an honor to stand alongside these veterans, support their continued journey, and contribute my time and perspective to a cause rooted in service and resilience.

MAJOR GENERAL (Ret.) JAMES MYLES

United States Army – SENIOR Military Advisor to The Warrior’s Journey Golf

For the past 10 years I have had the great pleasure of observing the long-lasting impact that The Warrior’s Journey has had on our wounded veterans and their Families.  Russ and Colleen Holden have made it happen through hard work, strong leadership and creating special memories for others. My experience “on the bag” with Rickie Fowler opened my eyes to something that is truly one of the great memories in all of golf.  The net result of the TWJG efforts is a brighter future for many of our wounded warriors and their Families. I am honored to be a member of the Advisory Council and to serve as the TWJG Senior Military Advisor.

KEVIN PALLONE

I joined Caddy for a Cure / Inspiring Warriors Golf because I knew it would give me the opportunity to combine two of my life’s passions, healthcare and golf. I have worked with many people with Leukemia. Each having one distinct goal, to be cured. As a practicing Physical Therapist it my goal to maximize patients functional ability. Whether doing hands on therapy or raising funds for research we can help to increase a persons functional ability, meet their goals and change their outlook on life.

MATT SHANOR

Matt Shanor is an entrepreneur, creative strategist, and operations advisor based in Brevard, North Carolina. He is the founder of Blue Circle Creative, a digital marketing and systems consultancy that primarily serves for-profit companies while also supporting select nonprofit organizations aligned with its values.

Originally grounded in branding and design, Matt’s work has evolved over more than two decades to encompass strategy, digital architecture, and operational systems that help organizations communicate clearly and grow sustainably. His experience spans a wide range of industries, with a consistent focus on aligning vision, technology, and human-centered design.

Matt is an avid golfer and has long been involved in golf-based efforts supporting veterans and their families where he has witnessed the power of the game to create space for connection, restoration, and honest conversation. Through this involvement, he has formed meaningful relationships with many veterans who have participated in The Warrior’s Journey’s programming and remains deeply committed to walking alongside them.

Guided by his faith and a belief in service and presence, Matt is honored to serve on The Warrior’s Journey Advisory Council, contributing both his professional expertise and personal passion for the game in support of TWJ’s mission.

Matt lives in Western North Carolina with his wife and their three children and remains actively engaged in community and service-oriented work throughout the region.

JOHN SIEGEL

For John Siegel, market challenges have always been surmounted through a
combination of his passion for cultivating the best in people, solving problems, and
resourcefulness, along with leadership focused on working with teams to achieve goals.
His roles in both the public and private sectors have primarily been focused on
initiatives to scale and achieve higher levels of success in the Healthcare Market.
Through his national network of healthcare professionals, he achieved year-over-year
revenue increases for the companies he worked for. During his success, he developed
industry contacts that enhanced his expertise in launching new products/services,
opening new markets, and creating primary demand for early-stage companies.
He is a dynamic and persuasive presenter of new programs and complex data-driven
solutions. As a result of this, he has been invited to speak at multiple National
Conferences.

Sarah Treacy

I am honored to serve on the Golf Advisory Committee for The Warrior’s Journey, dedicated to supporting military members, veterans, and their families as they navigate the unique challenges of military life and transition to civilian life.

Golf has always been a meaningful part of my family’s life — we enjoy playing together, watching the game, and appreciating the community it fosters. Originally from London, UK, I have lived in the United States for 16 years with my husband and our two children, and I am grateful for the opportunity to combine my love of golf with work that uplifts and strengthens our nation’s heroes. I look forward to supporting The Warrior’s Journey’s mission and helping grow its impact through the game we love.

JEFF WALSH

I have been very blessed from the Lord to have a wonderful wife and three healthy beautiful boys. My heart and prayers go out to the families that are dealing with this disease. I have been friends with Russ and Colleen for a very long time and their passion and drive to make a difference in these family lives is very touching. I wanted to be involved to give back in any way possible and hopefully make an impact on at least one life. God bless all of you who help with the fight!

WALTER WASNIESKI

I proudly serve on the Advisory Council of The Warriors Journey as prior board member of Caddy for a Cure .  Being a Marine and having an Uncle who fought in Korea at the Chosin Reservoir and who battled PTSD for over 50 years it was something near & dear to me.

Being a proud Free Mason, our three tenants are “Faith, Hope & Charity” & the greatest of these are charity, we make sure we give to those who help others.  We have donated money from the Grand Secretary’s Golf Classic a Masonic charity golf outing in NY State, to Caddy for a Cure and now to the Warriors Journey.  Being able to help a US Military Veteran who may be battling “hidden wounds” such as possible suicide or alcohol & substance abuse is paramount in not only my life but that of my family as well, I have been sober for over 30 years and believe when anyone, anywhere reaches out I want a hand to be there to help them.   Former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill once said “we make a living by what we earn but we make a life by what we give”.    Seeing the great work that The Warriors Journey does makes me proud to apart of such an inspiring organization.  The biggest reward we see is the smiles on the face of our Veterans and their families and seeing them live their best lives.

Kris Wilson

I am both humbled and honored to serve on the advisory council of The Warrior’s Journey Golf. My wife Keri and I have wholeheartedly supported this mission in all previous incarnations, and I am excited to serve in any capacity I can, having seen the effects of this amazing program.

As a husband, golf business owner, and father of three, I believe in giving back, and trying to serve others. The warriors Journey Golf has moved to the top of my list for several reasons. Most importantly, I have been fortunate enough to have a close-up look at what they do, and how they do it. I have witnessed the love, respect and integrity of both Kevin Weaver and Russ and Colleen Holden, for over a decade. I have enormous respect for the other members of the Warrior’s Journey Golf advisory council, and consider them family. I have met many of the Warriors we have served, and to say that every single one of them has left a huge impression on my life might be an understatement. Golf is something that brings people together. Golf is the perfect vehicle for The Warrior’s journey mission to assist those who have served, and help with issues they may face, up to and including potential suicide.

I am excited to see this program continue to grow, and excited to see and hear from our great service members who have and will participate in The Warriors journey, through Golf.