ADVISORY BOARD

Jimmy Rollins is a former professional baseball player and one of the greatest all-around shortstops to ever play in the Major Leagues, winning four Gold Glove Awards, a Silver Slugger and the 2007 National League MVP. Jimmy played 17 seasons, 14 of them with the Philadelphia Phillies, and was the first player in National League history to have 20 or more doubles, triples, home runs and stolen bases in a single season. During his time in Philadelphia, the Rollins Family Foundation was created to help local children in need. Since retirement, Jimmy has been a mainstay on the TBS Baseball coverage as an Emmy-nominated analyst and is the Special Assistant to the Phillies’ President of Baseball Operations, David Dombrowski. Jimmy has three beautiful daughters and resides in Los Angeles, CA.

A Southern California native, Scott Leventhal graduated from the University of Southern California in 1991. He began his professional career shortly thereafter at Mouthpiece Sports and Entertainment, where he represented the likes of Muhammad Ali, Joe Namath, Sandy Koufax and Jim Brown. He transitioned to the exclusive representation of professional baseball players in 1996. As an owner of All Bases Covered Sports Management, Scott represents over 60 MLB players and has amassed over 30 years of experience in the sports business. Scott has represented such stars as Eric Chavez, Lorenzo Cain, Kevin Pillar, David Robertson, Eric Gagne, Steven Vogt, and Brian Dozier. He currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona with his wife and three sons.

James White is a native of Corpus Christi, Texas and he attended Southern University, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana majoring in business and marketing. James is a Veteran (1988-1998) and served two tours in the United States Marine Corps. Since transitioning his career, James has had 29 successful years of experience in the fitness industry, managing and development of people and launching brands such as Family Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, LA Fitness, California Fitness, Ideal Fitness, and he is the Founder of ClienTrainers sports and combat training facilities. He currently manages and oversees the development and growth of UFCGYM since 2016. James is also the Founder and CEO of GymXperts where he leads a strong sales, marketing, and advisory team. James helps by creating partnerships and representation with many new brands and brand ambassadors to ensure the success, training and development of staff members and educating consumers of products.

Shawn Salehian is a business professional specializing in commercial, income properties, and development. With an engineering background, he has founded and managed multiple retail and service businesses. Shawn combines market knowledge and expertise to guide clients through deals, management, and investment strategies across Southern California.

Lazaro (“Laz”) Díaz has been an umpire for Major League Baseball since 1999. He was promoted to crew chief for the 2022 season, becoming the second full-time, Latino-born crew chief in the major leagues. Laz has worked the World Series in 2007, 2017, and 2020, the American League Championship Series in 2009, 2015, 2016, and 2021, the Division Series in 2002, 2006, 2007, 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2020, the All-Star Game in 2000 and 2010, and the Wild Card in 2020 and 2021. In 2010, Díaz was inducted into the Cuban Baseball Hall of Fame.

Shaddai Noé Godoy Monárrez is the President of JD Promotions, a boxing promotions and advisory firm based in Culican Sinaloa Mexico. Honored as 2021 Promoter of the Year for hosting the most boxing events in Mexico, Shaddai provides meaningful guidance and personal assistance to up-and-coming talent.

Bill Picketts is the current head coach of LA Pierce college. Bill was drafted in the 12th round by the Oakland Athletics out of Cal State Los Angeles. After his minor league career ended, he transitioned directly into coaching. First in the high school ranks then returning to College of the Canyons as an assistant for over 15 years. After one year as the head assistant at LA Pierce College, Bill took over the reins in 2015 and has been the Head Coach ever since. In 2019, Bill accepted the managerial position of the Philippines National Team in the World Baseball Classic Qualifier. Known for his ability to develop his players, Bill has coached dozens of players that have reached the 4-year level. As proud as he is with the number of professional players that have come through his program, Bill’s greatest source of pride is seeing his student-athletes move on and achieve academic success.Bill earned his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at CSU Northridge and his master’s degree in Kinesiology from Fresno Pacific University.

Rick Garcia is a professional and accredited investor in commercial real estate, a business owner and CEO for over 17 years. Rick García was scouted as a prospect by the Cincinnati Reds and Montreal Expos through high school, but shoulder injuries prevented a potential pro career. After a few years of rest and physical therapy, his love of baseball couldn’t keep him away and he returned back to play semi professionally on and off through the next 10 years (Florida, United Kingdom, California), and he helped the LA adult baseball team (Yankees) reach the championship at Dodger Stadium in 2005.

Ricky Funez is not just a veteran boxing trainer but a transformative figure who turned his early years of rebellion into a lifelong passion for mentoring athletes. Serving as the linchpin of Ten Goose Boxing Gym in Van Nuys, California, Ricky has rubbed shoulders with boxing royalty like Floyd Money Mayweather. Now, he joins ScoutUs Pro as an Advisor for Athletic Development and Training Programs, contributing his decades of expertise to develop the next generation of athletic talent.

Sharone Sabar is the Executive Managing Director of Capital Markets at Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation. He grew up in Los Angeles and graduated from University of Southern California with a bachelor degree in science with an emphasis in finance. Sharone heads the Capital Markets group at Marcus Millichap in Encino where he is responsible for arranging debt and equity for real estate assets across the nation. In the last 17 years, Sharone has secured in excess of $5 Billion in financing secured by apartment buildings, shopping centers, office buildings, hotels, self storage and industrial properties.

Raymond Yeung has always been a professional entrepreneur. As a first-generation American, his parents instilled in him the importance of running a business, particularly in the restaurant industry. It was during this time that Yeung’s passion for entrepreneurship began to take root. At the age of 24, Yeung became a restaurant owner. Over the next three years, he expanded his ventures by investing in event planning and collaborating with a music promoter to organize live music events throughout Denver. After selling that business, Yeung used the proceeds to invest in rental properties, launch a business on Amazon, and build an online store in 2020. In 2019, Yeung relocated from Denver, Colorado, to Los Angeles, California. He played a pivotal role in growing their inventory Yeung’s natural ability to connect with others led him to an exciting investment opportunity with ScoutsUS Pro. This new venture represents the perfect home run in his entrepreneurial journey, while also paying homage to his parents. Through ScoutsUS Pro, Yeung is helping others gain recognition and grow their self-made careers in sports, embodying the values of hard work and giving back.

Mark Schneiderman is a Southern California native, growing up in the San Fernando Valley and now residing in Santa Barbara.  Mark graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in biology. Mark is now and has been an insurance professional, owning a retail agency for 33 years and specializing in commercial, life and health insurance.  Outside of business and family, Mark is passionate about sports and treasures the relationships he has developed, playing competitive tennis and adult baseball for the past 28 years.  He still takes the mound after undergoing both Tommy John and rotator cuff surgeries that he's had during his 'career'.  He may be the oldest person ever to have Tommy John surgery.