BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sarah Cookler - EXecutive director & Head Coach

Sarah Cookler is a prominent ski mountaineering (skimo) coach and athlete based in Utah. As the head coach for Silverfork Skimo, she leads a dedicated team of of 40+ young athletes who are consistently among the most competitive nationally and internationally. Sarah also serves on the Board of Directors of USA Skimo.

An accomplished skimo athlete herself, Sarah was a member of the 2019/2020 National Team and has a background in emergency medicine as a physician assistant, which complements her coaching and race-directing responsibilities. She is also actively involved in promoting backcountry safety and avalanche education, ensuring that her athletes are well-equipped to navigate and enjoy the mountains safely.

Tricia Petzold - Secretary

Tricia Petzold, MD, is a distinguished member of the Silverfork Skimo Foundation Board of Directors. With a robust background in integrative and functional medicine, Dr. Petzold brings a holistic approach to health and wellness. Her career spans roles in emergency medicine at Snowbird Medical Clinic and Park City Hospital, and she is the founder of Pinnacle Health in Salt Lake City. Dr. Petzold’s passion for backcountry skiing and skimo as well as her extensive volunteer hours with Silverfork Skimo as the parent of a former team member, make her ideally suited to serve on the Board.

JARED RICHARDS - BOARD MEMBER

Jared Richards is a seasoned entrepreneur and attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah and also serves on the board of Fight Against Domestic Violence. His experience with organizing and operating charitable organizations combined with a passion for youth development and backcountry skiing are a valuable addition to the Silverfork Skimo Foundation Board of Directors.