A Team United by Mission, Driven by Values
Brought together by Founder Jake Ricker’s vision and mission, The Suicide Bridge Project is a small but mighty team working to drive change nationwide. Strategically, the organization is led by the below Board of Directors. A volunteer Advisory Board also provides crucial context and guidance in areas related to engineering, fundraising, and suicide prevention trends.
Board of Directors
Jake Ricker
Founder & Chair
The heart of TSBP, Jake spent 5+ years on the Golden Gate Bridge intervening on hundreds of potential suicide attempts with 80+ saves to-date.
Earl Ricker
Vice Chair
A business strategist with deep tech roots in search and community building, Earl brings 30+ years of experience to the team.
David Thorne, EdD
Secretary
Thoughtful and deliberate, David’s analytical mind and innovative technology viewpoint strengthen TSBP’s programs at every turn.
Kevin Peck
Treasurer
A successful entrepreneur and technologist, Kevin has founded numerous companies. Kevin leads financial strategy and outreach motions for TSBP.
Tracy Skochil
Programs
A brand and content strategist for 20 years, Tracy creates pathways that drive engagement and advocacy for TSBP’s mission.
Adam Alonso
Administration
An operations leader with an eye for impact, Adam ensures TSBP leverages best practices in process, language, and UX.
Advisory Board
Jason Collier
Developing life-saving code.
When a colleague lost a teenage son to suicide by bridge, the emotional heartbreak, pain, and loss experienced changed Jason. “If we can help even one fewer family have to go through that pain, it’s worth every effort.” A software engineer specializing in full-stack web development, Jason is also a Search Engine Optimization expert. At Missional Marketing he has developed numerous proprietary tools and services including ones that leverage game-changing artificial intelligence. Jason’s guidance, feedback, and strategic thinking have been crucial to the program strategy, operationalization, and measurement of The Suicide Bridge Project’s flagship Search Program.
Chuck Donnels
Building structures that save.
Inspired by Jake and the Ricker family’s efforts, Chuck joined the Advisory Board to help make a difference in the area of suicide prevention. A structural engineer who grew up in the design and construction industry, Chuck earned his Masters of Science in Civil Engineering from Stanford University. From hand’s on construction of projects including a bridge near Anchorage, Alaska to 20 years leading design and pre-construction for major builds at Sundt Construction, Chuck’s brings a unique perspective to the Suicide Bridge Project’s work. Co-founder of Missional Marketing, today Chuck leads all Google-related interfaces from Google Search Optimization to Ads, Analytics, and Search.
Christina Feuz
Creating strategies that connect.
Christina joined the Suicide Bridge Project inspired by one thing, our founder. “Knowing Jake Ricker is a privilege. He has a special spirit and his dedication to suicide prevention is unmeasurable.” Christina combines her God-given talents in business development and fundraising to help The Suicide Bridge Project define and execute the strategies necessary for long-term program health. A powerful public speaker, Christina started her title and escrow business in Jackson Hole, WY in 2005. She’s also a passionate supporter of Habitat for Humanity, driving fundraising efforts that have helped dozens of families in need find affordable housing in the wealthiest zip code per capita in the United States.
Carolyn St. Cyr
Driving to zero suicides.
A devastation like no other, Carolyn lost her youngest son Jimmy to suicide in 2018. Since then she has assisted with bringing the successful Henry Ford Health System Zero Suicide Program to the Michigan Community through the MI MIND Program. A Senior Environmental Engineer in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Materials Management Division, Carolyn’s strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills help The Suicide Bridge Project at every turn. She is most focused on how our work can help prevent suicides and help suicidal individuals seek the help they need to transition and stay in a low-risk suicide category.
TSBP’s Vision, Mission, and Values
Vision Statement:
We strive for a future where fewer families receive a devastating phone call letting them know someone they love has ended their life—by jumping from a bridge, or other means.
Mission Statement:
We’re on a mission to create a world where fewer lives are lost to suicide. Our work identifying, intervening, and advocating, creates bridges between people, both in-person and digitally.
Core Values:
Compassion. Empathy. Selflessness. Humility. Being Present.
