Ross Mandell Gratitude

Ross is a Dartmouth College alumnus, where he played soccer, contributing to two Ivy League Championships and an NCAA quarterfinal appearance. He also played JV hockey there. He holds an MS in Sport Psychology and Athletic Administration from Springfield College, where he coached the men's varsity soccer team. He is a former National United States Soccer Referee, officiating both professional and collegiate soccer. With over 25 years in the technology sector, primarily focusing on learning and education, Ross has spent nearly a decade with Apple. He is dedicated to assisting families in navigating the college search and athletic recruiting process, ensuring students find the right fit for their academic and athletic pursuits. 

Ross currently works with the Next College Student Athlete division of IMG Academy, a leading sports prep school, and is passionate about the role of college athletics in preparing student-athletes for life success.