49er Industry Chats: Practice Makes Progress

Speaker & Entrepreneur, ProneToRide

Jacob Pacheco is a content creator, entrepreneur, model, speaker, professional surfer, and also adapts to life with Cerebral Palsy. Throughout Jacob's life, he’s faced incredible adversity including bullying due to his disability, medical setbacks, intense surgeries leaving him immobile, abuse, and depression. As a model and professional surfer, Jacob works with major brands such as Zappos, UGG, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Liv3mind, Bomber Eyewear, and Adidas. As a speaker, Jacob has presented in many countries and to various audiences, including a recent TEDx appearance. While earning his Master’s degree in Kinesiology at CSULB, Jacob worked as a clinic coach with the LA Galaxy. He’s also supported notable organizations such as Adaptive Freedom Foundation, Waves for All Foundation, Angel City Sports, the Disabled Resources Center, the California Department of Rehabilitation, and more.