Meet the Team

President/Co-Founder

billyboulton@alaskaadventureproject.org

Billy Boulton is a local to the Ketchikan area. He grew up with the Currall brothers and they shared many adventures in the Alaskan frontier, before he left shortly after high school. His journey beyond that time would take him around the world. After exploring private enterprise Billy sought greater meaning which led to him joining the Marine Corps, to serve in our Countries longest fought war. Now living in Southern California with his wife and three children, Billy is working tirelessly towards building this organization to help other brothers and sisters in arms return to a healthy post-service life.

Social Media Manager - WVAAP

willpicquelle@alaskaadventureproject.org
facebook.com/will.picquelle

My name is Will Picquelle and I am a southern California contractor specializing in Roofing since 1979. My passion in philanthropy is my ability to raise funds through charitable events and support the Veteran community!

Executive Director/Program Director

darrin@alaskaadventureproject.org

Darrin is a native of San Diego, California. He is a retired Navy SEAL Master Chief Petty Officer with 25 years of service in Naval Special Warfare. He earned both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, along with a Minor in Criminal Justice Administration from National University. Darrin is a founding member of Alaska Adventure Project, and is an active member of the veteran community supporting several non-profit organizations. He currently resides on Lake Hartwell in South Carolina with his wife.

Family Services Program Advisor

Davide retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel after 32 years of service. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) serving veterans and their families in the private sector.

Communications/Information Technology Manager

Robert Welsh is the Co-Founder and VP of Technical Services, Vivians.io. With over 20 years of experience as a business and technology leader, I am a Salesforce and AI expert who provides consulting, analysis, design, implementation, and administration of CRM and AI solutions for small and medium businesses. As the Vice President of Technical Services at Vivians.io, I lead a team of professionals who deliver Salesforce Sales and Service Cloud and AI-driven solutions and automations that help organizations grow, enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty. My mission is to help businesses and leaders make their digital transformation intentional and purpose-driven for all their stakeholders. Robert's certifications include Certified AI Prompt Engineer + Nerd and Salesforce.com CRM Certified Admin.

Golf Tournament Committee Co-Chairman

My name is Cindy Picquelle Gibbons and I’ve been helping nonprofits with their organizational and fundraising needs since 1985. Everything from Church, the Arts, Homeless Shelters, Alzheimer’s / Dementia care, Golf Tournaments and especially nonprofits that address the needs of our treasured Military Veterans. In my spare time I love to sing, golf and travel with my husband Lee.

Alumni Committee Chairman

My name is Adam Chertkow. I’m a Southern California local contractor and a Navy Seabee Veteran. I specialize in garage doors and gates. We have been in business since 1980. AAP changed my life, and the way I feel. I like to contribute to other veterans in need and am proud to serve as the Alumni Committee Chairman.