The Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy's Board of Directors is a group of committed individuals who meet on a regular basis to help guide and shape our school. The Board of Directors meets monthly. If you have any questions, concerns or praises please feel free to contact the School Office. They will report all messages to the Board.


SAM KISER

SAM KISER
Chairman
(on the Board since 2023)

Sam Kiser is the Lead Pastor of Crossroads, a multi-site church located on the Central Coast. He has been preaching Jesus for more than 16 years. He has a Bachelor’s of Science in Biblical and Theological Studies from Liberty University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. Sam and his wife Sarah Dawn grew up in Kentucky and were married in 2010. They have 3 young boys and one sweet, little girl.



ZACHARY ULRICK

ZACHARY ULRICK
Vice Chairman
(on the Board since 2025)

Zachary Ulrick, a Santa Ynez Valley native, grew up surrounded by its serene landscapes and close-knit community. A former student of the Christian Academy, he is a devoted follower of Christ, striving to reflect his faith in both his personal and professional life. He cherishes time with his wife, Brooke, and their daughter, Orli, who carries on the family tradition by attending SYVCA as a kindergartener. In 2015, Zach channeled his passion for architecture into founding his residential design business, crafting spaces that blend functionality with beauty. When he’s not designing, he enjoys exploring the valley’s trails, embracing the simple pleasure of hiking in the great outdoors.


CURT FIORE

Curt and his wife, Kelly, have raised their three boys in the Santa Ynez Valley since 2012 and were fortunate to call the SYVCA home beginning in 2020. Growing up in Southern California and graduating from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in business, Curt has worked in the cardiovascular healthcare industry for over 20 years. When not at school, church, or a grocery store, the Fiores will be on a Soccer or Baseball field, a Golf Course, a Basketball or Tennis court, a hiking trail, a beach, or a snow-covered mountain.


CURT FIORE
(on the Board since 2023)


BILL MALLOY

Bill and his wife Pam have lived in the Santa Ynez Valley since 2006. They have two grown daughters (Sara, works for Marriott International, living in Washington, DC and Rebekah is a critical care nurse, living in Santa Ynez). Both Bill and Pam recently retired and have a strong desire to serve in this beautiful valley. Bill attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and graduated with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Atmospheric Sciences.  Bill worked as an aerospace engineer for 42 years.  His work took him to various locations across the country to live including Los Angeles, Colorado Springs, Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Goleta. He has faithfully served as an elder, Children’s Sunday School superintendent and teacher for many years.  Bill has a passion that children grow up with an intimate knowledge and relationship with Christ. He believes that the Christian Academy provides the education and relationships that allow for our children to grow in Christ. Bill and Pam enjoy traveling around the world. Bill loves to hike and his absolute favorite place is at the Grand Canyon! Bill and Pam attend Valley Christian Fellowship.

BILL MALLOY (on the Board since 2020)

BILL MALLOY
(on the Board since 2020)


TRENT STADHEIM

Trent and his wife, Anna have two boys Landen and Larsen. Both Anna and Trent have been active members in the community since 2016 volunteering their time at SYVCA, Coastlands Church, Pony League Baseball, AYSO, etc. Trent grew up in South Dakota working on the family farm and at his father’s factory. Trent spent several years in the Army Guard as a machinist and then later became a Space Systems operator in the Air Force. Trent Graduated from South Dakota State University with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering and then went on to receive a Masters in Business Administration. Trent has worked in the defense industry for over 20 years and is currently employed as a program manager at Raytheon.

TRENT STADHEIM
Secretary
(on the Board since 2024)


JOHN HILL

JOHN HILL
Treasurer
(on the Board since 2025)

John graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1986 with a BA in Business Economics. He worked in a local Santa Barbara firm in public accounting, gaining experience for 11 years. Then, he started his own Santa Ynez Valley practice in 1997. John and his wife, Allison, have been married for over 38 years and have four children and six grandchildren.