Staff

By uniting the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation in one, mission-focused program, FORCE BLUE has created a model of caring, cooperation and positive change with the power to restore lives and restore the planet. Here are the folks who are making it happen every day.

  • Jim Ritterhoff

    Jim Ritterhoff

    Executive Director, Co-Founder

  • Keith Sahm

    Keith Sahm

    COO, Co-Founder

  • Angelo Fiore

    Angelo Fiore

    Director of Diving Operations / Training Director

  • Jeremy Gabrielson

    Jeremy Gabrielson

    Grant Manager

  • Steve “Gonzo” Gonzalez

    Steve “Gonzo” Gonzalez

    Special Projects / Events Director

  • Patti Kirk-Gross

    Patti Kirk-Gross

    Diving Safety Officer

  • Dan Henderson

    Dan Henderson

    Veteran Affairs Manager

  • Will Hinkson

    Will Hinkson

    Director of Strategy and Advancement

  • Andrés Orrego

    Andrés Orrego

    Content Manager/Designer

  • Ray Reneau

    Ray Reneau

    FORCE BLUE OCS Administrator

  • Ozric “Oz” Sparks

    Ozric “Oz” Sparks

    Chief Morale Officer

  • Bob Whitney

    Bob Whitney

    Documentary Director / Editor