Bob Balk, Paralympic Athlete Director
bobbalk@yahoo.com
Major Contributions to Sport for Athletes with a Disability
- IPC Chairperson of the Athletes’ Council (2009-present)
- Member of the Athletes’ Council (2004-2009)
- Athlete competing in Paralympic Sport (1994-2006) (six Paralympic medals)
- IOC Athlete Commission member (2009-present)
Professional Career
The Boeing Company (1997-2006)
Manager: Global Venture Capital Investments
Business Strategy Analyst
Other Appointments Held
- Member of the US Olympic Committee Athletes’ Advisory Council (2002-present)
- Member of the US Olympic Committee Governance and Ethics Task Force (2003)
Volunteer Positions
- Member of the California Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sport
Education
- University of Rochester – Master of Business Administration: Finance, Operations, International Business
- University of Buffalo – Bachelor of Science: Management with a focus on Marketing
Languages
English
Hobbies
Bow hunting, Agriculture, Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Anything Mechanical