John Van Donge, founding President of the Santa Barbara Search and Rescue Foundation, brings extensive experience in wealth management and community service. He joined Stifel in 2014 as a founding partner of the Private Wealth Services Group and has held significant roles at Merrill Lynch, managing over $1 billion in assets. An Eagle Scout and active in the National Eagle Scout Association, John also serves as President of the Santa Barbara Police Foundation and supports the SBPD K-9 unit. He founded Blaine County FiRST, a non-profit for first responders in Blaine County, ID.

Jay Roston serves as the Vice President of the Santa Barbara Search and Rescue Foundation, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community service. With a background in investing and local outdoor pursuits, Jay has demonstrated leadership in various local initiatives. Contributing his time and expertise to make a positive impact, as Vice President, he plays a crucial role in supporting the foundation’s mission to enhance fundraising efforts and raise community awareness, ensuring the Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue team has the resources needed to perform their lifesaving work.

Joe is a strategist, finance professional, and entrepreneur. He earned an MBA from Vanderbilt University. He currently oversees AssetLab Capital’s strategic direction and finance and serves as a Board Member at Mission Linen Supply and previously held executive roles there. Additionally, Joe is on the Board of the GBP Foundation, supporting underprivileged and at-risk youth. He previously founded an aerospace software company and was a Director of the Tennessee Business Aviation Association. He holds Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Pilot, and Rescue Diver certifications. Recently, Joe completed the SAR Academy and now serves as a Rescue Trainee with SBCSAR.

Mark Hall’s dedication to service is evident in his roles within the Santa Barbara community. He serves as Secretary of the Santa Barbara Search and Rescue Foundation and is a 10-year Rescue Member with the Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue Team, currently an Incident Commander. At Golden 1 Credit Union, Mark specializes in real estate finance, bringing four decades of experience in mortgage banking and wealth management. He graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Biology and excelled as an intercollegiate athlete. Mark’s commitment extends to coaching high school sports, professional refereeing, and contributing to conservation and community development through the Santa Barbara Zoo’s Development Committee.

Bob Maloy, a Director of the Santa Barbara Search and Rescue Foundation, is a retired CPA with deep roots in the community. Growing up in the Santa Ynez Valley, Bob has been actively involved in scouting, with both his sons participating and one achieving his Eagle Scout award in 2018. Recognized for his dedication to character-building and leadership, Bob received the Los Padres Council’s Legacy Award. Previously, he was an equity partner at Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf, LLP and held positions at UCSB Economic Forecast Project and the American Heart Association. Bob received a Bachelor's degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a Master's from Golden Gate University. Bob recently created and launched a new trail system for mountain biking known as Trek Trails Rancho Alegre.

Jessica Craft is excited and honored to support the Santa Barbara Search and Rescue Foundation with her extensive background in marketing and business operations. Over her career, Jessica has successfully established and led two marketing agencies, focusing on helping startups and local businesses thrive. She holds a bachelor's degree in marketing with an emphasis in integrated marketing communications from San Diego State University. Jessica specializes in social media marketing and is a licensed real estate professional in California. Passionate about being an asset to the Foundation, Jessica looks forward to contributing her experience and dedication to help further their impact on the community.