Board of Directors
President
Lee E. Brown, EdD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, California
Email: leebrown@fullerton.edu
Dr. Lee Brown is a longtime National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) member and currently serves as the President. He is a Professor of Strength and Conditioning in the Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton where he performs research into the human neuromuscular adaptations to high velocity exercise. His extensive and impressive professional resume includes a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University and a Master's in Exercise Science from Florida Atlantic University.
Vice-President
Jose Antonio, PhD, CSCS
International Society of Sports Nutrition
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Email: exphys@aol.com
Dr. Jose Antonio is a leading research advocate in the field of performance nutrition. He earned his Ph.D. and completed a post-doctoral research fellowship in the fields of muscle physiology, metabolism, and endocrinology. Furthermore, he has served the NSCA in a variety of capacities (e.g. Column Editor for the Strength & Conditioning Journal). Dr. Antonio is also the CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
Secretary/Treasurer
Diane Vives, MS, CSCS, *D
Vives Training Systems
Austin, TX
Email: dv@vives-ctl.com
Ms. Diane Vives is the owner of Vives Training Systems in Austin, TX where she coaches a number of professional and elite level athletes and serves as a member of the Sports Science Committee for the United States Tennis Association. Her NSCA volunteer experience includes stints as a Florida State Director and Regional Coordinator.
Board Member
John Taylor, MS, CSCS,*D, Coach Practitioner, FNSCA
New Mexico State University
Head Performance Training Professional
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Email: johtaylo@nmsu.edu
Mr. John Taylor is the Head Performance Training coach at New Mexico State University. A longtime member of the NSCA, Mr. Taylor has authored multiple articles for the Strength and Conditioning Journal, traveled internationally in representation of the association, and served on several NSCA committees. In 1999 and 2004, Mr. Taylor was honored with the NSCA President's Award - an honor given annually to a member volunteer who has contributed significantly to the NSCA or the strength and conditioning profession.
Board Member
Juan Carlos Santana, MEd, CSCS,*D, FNSCA
Institute of Human Performance
Boca Raton, Florida
Email: jcs@opsfit.com
Mr. Juan Carlos Santana is the Director of the Institute of Human Performance in Boca Raton, Florida. His vast experiences in volunteer positions for the NSCA (Florida State Director, member of the Conference Committee, and Chair of the Sport-Specific Conference Committee) have provided him with an insight into the NSCA that few can claim. Mr. Santana is one of the most dynamic and respected presenters in the industry.
Board Member
Lymperis "Perry" Koziris, PhD, CSCS, *D, NSCA-CPT, *D, FNSCA
Koziris Fitness Solutions
Montreal, QC, Canada
Email: lpk@kozirisfitness.com
Dr. Perry Koziris is the owner of Koziris Fitness Solutions, consulting and training a variety of clients. Formerly an Associate Professor at the University of North Texas, he now teaches courses in McGill University’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education in Montreal. Dr. Koziris earned his PhD in Exercise Science from Penn State University. He is a longtime NSCA member (1985), has extensive volunteer service (e.g., Nominations Committee, Research Committee, SCJ Column Editor), and was honored with the Young Investigator Award.
Board Member
G. Gregory Haff, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA
Dept. of Human Performance
West Virginia University
Email: ghaff@hsc.wvu.edu
Dr. G. Gregory Haff is currently an Assistant Professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine in their Department of Human Performance. He received his MS in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University and his PhD in Education with a Concentration in Exercise Physiology from University of Kansas. Dr. Haff served on the NSCA Research Committee from 2000 – 2006, and is a current NSCA Fellow.
Board Member
Mark Roozen, MEd, CSCS,*D
Performance Zone
Granbury, Texas
Email: mroozen@itexas.net
Mr. Mark Roozen is Owner and President of PERFORMANCE EDGE TRAINING SYSTEMS in Texas and works with Day of Champions Sports Camps. Mark holds his Masters Degree in Education, is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction and has served on a number of committees through the NSCA. He is also the past NSCA Texas State Director. Mark is a Club Coach with the USAW and teaches classes at Tarleton State University, part of the Texas A&M System, in Stephenville, TX. Mark has presented at the local, state, national and international level and has written numerous articles for publication.
Public Member
Karen Ballek, PhD
Effectiveness Associates
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Email: kballek@mindspring.com
Dr. Karen Ballek is a senior consultant with Effectiveness Associates with 30 years of experience as a teacher, school principal, college professor, business owner, consultant, trainer, and coach. Dr. Ballek currently serves as an adjunct professor at Denver University and the University of Colorado, teaching graduate courses in leadership, dispute resolution, and community building. She has consulted and provided training in businesses, non-profit organizations, city, county, and state level governmental agencies, community groups, sports associations, school districts, and higher education.