One of my favorite quotes is “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others” — Mahatma Gandhi. This profound insight has been imprinted on my spirit since the moment I first encountered it.

My name is Ricardo Aviles, and I serve as CEO of Adventure For All. I have known our founder, Chase Pettey, for a decade. From the moment he shared his vision for the organization, I felt a deep resonance—a conviction that Adventure For All represents far more than an initiative, but a movement in which every heart can discover freedom on the trail and every life can unfold in the light of true inclusion.

What has guided me through every season is a simple yet unwavering commitment: to help others discover their strength, their joy, and their rightful place in the world.

As CEO, I am committed to leading not from a position of authority, but from one of service—walking alongside our community and pursuing the horizon where adventure becomes a bridge that connects us all. It is an honor to carry Adventure For All forward, creating pathways for exceptional individuals and transforming the impossible into possible.

My intention day in & day out is to lead with love & the unshakable belief that every person holds untapped potential—& the ability to contribute something powerful to the world.

My name is Chase Pettey, the Founder & CEO of Adventure For All. Every year I am fueled by the countless moments I have the honor of witnessing: An exceptional child, who once believed they couldn’t ride a bike, bikes for 30+ miles across a finish line with tears of pride in their eyes. When a parent & their child, who’ve spent their life battling the perception that “they can’t”; stand on top of a mountain, realizing that they belong here, too. These are not just victories, they are miracle moments that shift the trajectory of every family's life.

When conceptualizing AFA it was never just about programs—it was about starting a movement. One that redefines what’s possible & reminds us all that every human has immense value. I believe the greatest gifts we can offer ourselves & the world is love & belief. That’s why, if I could choose any adventure, I’d choose this one, everytime. Because helping others let go of fear & lean into self belief is the most meaningful journey of all.

Art has always been my way of communicating—whether through music, film, or photography.

I’m Morgan Alley, a musician, filmmaker, & Creative Director for Adventure For All (AFA), where I get to share the mission through brand, documentary films, & photography.

Since day one, I’ve had the privilege of capturing the inspiring stories of AFA’s athletes. The impact our organization has had on the athletes, their families, & everyone they touch is profound & I am grateful to be a part of this journey with them.

Through my work, the aim is to make people feel something, just as art has done for me. When I started with AFA, their vision & my creative disposition aligned perfectly. Over the past three years, I’ve seen the powerful role our films play in spreading our mission. It's an honor to play a role in sharing the powerful stories of these individuals.

As Director of Content & Partnerships, I have the honor of leading our content and partner strategy across all our social media platforms, in partnership activations, in our email marketing, and throughout integrated campaign development for Adventure For All.

Before stepping into this role, I spent several years working in marketing agencies spanning the full content marketing space. I’ve helped brands grow communities, launch campaigns, and build content on a global scale. But the most valuable lesson I learned during this time is content only matters if it moves people.

Movement has always been a core pillar of my life. Whether it’s through strength training, biking, running, skiing, walking, yoga, or who knows what, I always view movement as a blessing: a blessing to move forward, a blessing to challenge myself, a blessing to grow my self-belief.

It's one of the reasons I believe so deeply in Adventure for All's mission and the work that it has accomplished. Overcoming self doubt in some way, shape, or form is something every individual is challenged with. Our mission isn’t about highlighting limitations. It’s about creating opportunities for self-belief to thrive.

In my role, that means helping steward stories with integrity, crafting campaigns that reflect real transformation, and ensuring every message feels human, empowering, and grounded in belief. My work here is about carrying those stories forward.

Adventure For All has given me something I didn’t know I was missing: a way to turn purpose into action, & dreams into real, life-changing moments.

My name is Fred Durant, a Strategic Advisor at Adventure For All, & with over 24 years building digital products & analytics teams, my role is to help transform AFA’s powerful, in-person programs into digital experiences that will reach families around the world. AFA came into my life like most adventures do—by chance. I met Chase on a ski lift, & by the time we reached the top, I was all in. His passion, the mission, & the outcomes? Unforgettable. That moment sparked something in me—because AFA brings together everything I care about: family, adventure, & the outdoors. These three things define the best memories of my life, & now I get to help others create those same moments for themselves.

Being a part of AFA has filled my life with the gift of purpose & meaning. This opportunity gives my intentions & contributions profound & meaningful impact; Action matters. Try hard, be safe, have fun—& help others do the same.

I’m Dr. Patrick Newman, & I proudly serve as Board Scribe for Adventure For All. As a physician, I’ve always been passionate about advocating for the health & wholeness of others. Through my educational path into medicine, I’ve learned a lot, but my personal experiences led me to the understanding that true well-being isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, mental, & deeply spiritual. That’s why I’m honored to support an organization like AFA that believes in investing in the whole person through purpose-driven challenges & community.

In my training, I’ve seen firsthand how a sense of purpose can positively influence someone’s entire health journey. When we create opportunities for individuals to grow, achieve, & be seen, we unlock more than potential in that individual—we impact the entire family. Being part of a movement that is boldly innovating ways to create accessibility to educational tools & community on a global scale is both inspiring & deeply aligned with my own values.

Together let’s show the world how impactful this movement can be for all!

Adventure For All’s mission is deeply personal for me. My journey started with one simple hope: to help my son Joshie who has Down syndrome learn to ride a bike. After years of trying, I found AFA—& their belief in him changed everything. In just a few months, Joshie was not only riding independently, but exploring trails with me, his mum, & brothers with joy & confidence.

I’m Kelvin Jones, & I serve as the UK Community Impact Lead for AFA. I train athletes here in the UK & help grow a network of parents & supporters who are ready to lean into a life of adventure for their children—& for themselves.

AFA gave me more than a process. They gave me belief, community, & the tools to keep moving forward. So, if you are a parent feeling stuck or unsure, it’s ok, we all carry doubt—but trust the process, & you’ll be amazed at what’s possible.

I’m Peter Simone, an AFA board member & advisor for their education & community platform, AURORA. With two decades of experience building products & companies—from startups I founded to global platforms like Meta & Microsoft—I support the AFA team by helping them use technology to scale their impact & reach more families across the world.

My connection to this mission is deeply personal. I’m the older cousin of an incredible individual with exceptionalities who’s brought endless joy & perspective to my life. From mentoring as a teen to serving on the AFA board today, I’ve long believed that redefining potential for individuals with exceptionalities isn’t just meaningful—it’s transformative for humanity as a whole.

When I’m not diving into tech strategy or dreaming up new ways to amplify Adventure For All’s mission, you can usually find me outdoors chasing down all 63 National Parks—or working on a dream of being a concert pianist.

I’m Luis Meza, AFA Community Impact Lead for Bentonville AR. As father to my son Liam, who happened to be born with down syndrome, I learned early on that individuals with exceptionalities like Liam’s can also become great athletes with the right coaching and methods. Throughout his life, Liam proved this when he learned how to play basketball, soccer, bowing, golf, and could swim all four strokes as well as a mile in open water. For some reason riding a bike independently came to him with such great fear I could not help him overcome it until I learned about AFA. The coaching method and approach was just what Liam needed. I’m proud to say, that after attending AFA camps, he conquered his fear and is now riding independently. I was so thankful and inspired by this I became a coach and am now my community’s impact lead. Together with Liam, who has also become a coach, we now coach others just like him the joy, freedom, independence, pride, and confidence riding a bike independently gives.