BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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 Dave co-founded The Bridge Foundation after more than a decade of success in leading sports programs aimed at developing student athletes both on and off the field. His experience includes founding Beastmode Athletics and Elite Squad NY, where he guided over 50 student athletes to college through a combination of athletic training and recruiting efforts. Before his coaching career, Dave played four years of college baseball, starting at Northeastern University and finishing at Queens College, followed by two years in independent professional baseball. On the Board of Directors, Dave’s focus is on strategic growth and ensuring the foundation provides vital resources that empower student athletes to leverage their athletic skills toward higher education and lifelong success.

 Shawna Hamilton Doster brings over 15 years of extensive nonprofit leadership experience, having served as both Board Chair and Executive Director for national nonprofits. She has successfully secured partnerships and funding, working closely with prominent figures and organizations such as Tina Fey, Mario Batali, Starbucks, ING Direct, Hilton & Homewood Suites, Capital One, Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, and high-net-worth donors. An attorney licensed in Texas and Connecticut, Shawna has nearly 30 years of experience in civil litigation and risk management. She is the mother of an NCAA Division 1 Dartmouth Women’s Ice Hockey Player and a 2020 West Point NCAA Division 1 Baseball Recruit.

 For the past decade, Byron has worked across the Telecommunications, Media, Technology, and Data industries, leading Sales and Partnerships with major MVPDs, TV networks, streaming platforms, and data providers to help brands measure real-world business impact. His career has centered on translating data into growth and developing strategic programs that connect people, purpose, and performance.

That same passion for connection inspired Byron to join The Bridge Foundation for Student Athletes. As the Community and Partnerships Officer, he is responsible for driving the Foundation’s brand awareness within the community—working alongside fellow board members to build relationships with sponsors, universities, and local partners that help student-athletes reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Byron and his wife, Jill, live in Staten Island, NY, where they are proud parents of three future student-athletes: Franco (7), Giancarlo (5), and Angelo Jeter “AJ” (3).

He holds a B.A. from CUNY Queens College and an M.S. from Monroe University.

 Wei is a dedicated advocate for student-athletes and a passionate believer in the power of education and community. Originally from Taiwan, Wei immigrated to the United States and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from CUNY Queens College.

Professionally, Wei has spent the past decade as a sales executive specializing in advanced TV and cross-platform video. His goal is to help brands and ad agencies unlock the power of data and technology to reach audiences more effectively across streaming, CTV, and addressable environments. He’s passionate about innovation, collaboration, and measurable results.

A lifelong baseball enthusiast, Wei’s true passion lies in helping student-athletes from underserved communities gain access to the resources, mentorship, and opportunities they need to thrive—both on and off the field. Drawing on personal experience and a deep understanding of the challenges many young athletes face, Wei is committed to ensuring they are equipped for success in life after sports.

Wei grew up in Astoria Queens and currently resides in Norwalk, CT with his wife Joanne and daughter Roma (2).

 With over 50 years in the Healthcare sector, in both clinical, administrative, and national

cancer accreditation consultant roles Linda brings extensive health equity strategy and

lean process design expertise to both academic and underserved community hospitals.

For the last 26 years she has been part of Montefiore Einstein, a premier New York

academic health system serving one of the nation’s most diverse and economically

challenged urban populations with a deep commitment to social medicine, health equity,

and the delivery of excellent care.

In her professional role as Director, of the Cancer Registry Program & Analytics

extensive oncology data is collected, curated and translated into community action by

identifying gaps and inequalities in cancer care, undertreatment of specific populations;

and providing critical data analysis for informed decision making by medical providers,

researchers and facility leadership to deliver precision medicine that tailors treatment

and targeted therapies to individual patient needs optimizing care for the best possible

outcome. She also leads and supports multiple institution cancer accreditations

ensuring even in the most vulnerable communities patients receive optimal, evidence-

based quality care according to national guidelines and benchmarks.

Being part of The Bridge Foundation for Student Athletes is a natural extension of

meaningful mentoring and giving back to the community. Linda brings the same

passion, inspiration, and advocacy to the Bridge Foundation’s core mission of leveling

the playing field for talented and committed student athletes. She firmly believes by

promoting the strong connection between sports, physical and mental health, character

building and opportunity this has the capacity to empower student athletes with the tools

needed to reach their full potential now and in the future thus transforming lives.

Her role on the Board as Secretary & Governance ensures the Board runs smoothly

and through governance guides compliance with best non-profit practices. She is the

proud mother of a Division 1 athlete and

resides with her family in Stamford, CT.