Header image from left to right: Nicole Knox, Suzanne Norris, Ramesh Ragineni
The organization welcomes three distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors
Monterey, Calif. – Youth on Course – the nonprofit organization providing youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf – is proud to announce the appointment of Nicole Knox, General Counsel of Breadcoin Foundation; Suzanne Norris, General Partner at Visible Ventures; and Ramesh Ragineni, Executive Vice President at Salesforce, to its 2026 Board of Directors.
“Each new Board member brings an incredible breadth of experience across law, technology, investment, and nonprofit leadership,” said Rick Paschal, Youth on Course Board Chair. “Their perspectives and passion for impact will play a key role as we continue expanding access to golf and the opportunities it creates for young people.”
Board members serve multi-year terms and support Youth on Course through strategic oversight, governance, and long-term planning as the organization continues to expand its programs and partnerships.
Nicole Knox, General Counsel of Breadcoin Foundation, was a four-year Varsity Women’s Golf Team scholarship athlete at Duke University and a Fulbright Scholar, teaching in Germany before earning her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law. Nicole began her career at Latham & Watkins in New York and later founded her own practice, eventually serving as General Counsel to a private equity fund focused on high-end wine investments. She is based in Washington, D.C.
Suzanne Norris, General Partner at Visible Ventures, brings more than 15 years of operating experience. With a focus on sports and sports technology, Suzanne has invested through both the firm and her family office and has served on numerous corporate and nonprofit boards. She is currently a Trustee at The Winsor School and serves as Trustee and Vice President of the Sandy Beach Association. A former Varsity Golf Captain at Harvard, Suzanne’s lifelong passion for golf continues.
Ramesh Ragineni, Executive Vice President at Salesforce, leads the Industries Cloud team, overseeing the development of industry-specific cloud solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in technology and product development, he has led large-scale initiatives across enterprise software, financial services, and e-commerce platforms. Ramesh is also committed to education access, co-sponsoring Jyothi Vidyalaya High School to support underserved students. He holds an MBA from Aspen University and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Celebrating twenty years since subsidizing its first round of golf in Northern California, Youth on Course has grown into an international organization, providing access for $5 or less to nearly 390,000 members across more than 2,300 golf courses in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The achievement of five million rounds played by its members underscores the organization’s lasting impact on young golfers and their communities.
With new leaders joining its Board of Directors in 2026, Youth on Course remains focused on accessibility, leadership development, and creating meaningful pathways for youth through golf.
Visit youthoncourse.org to learn more.
About Youth on Course
Youth on Course, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization headquartered in Monterey, Calif., provides youth 18 and under access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Since its inception in 2006, Youth on Course members have played more than 5 million subsidized rounds of golf for $5 or less at thousands of partner courses throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia. Its members include the top juniors in the sport, competing on the AJGA and Underrated Tours, the inaugural United States Golf Association U.S. National Development Team, and all collegiate levels. The organization forges new pathways for youth to grow in the game via opportunities, including the DRIVE Club, Careers on Course, Leadership Council, and its annual College Scholarship awards. The Youth on Course Alumni Network extends membership to those 19 and older, offering opportunities for young adults to connect at complementary events, access exclusive deals, and network with the top employers in the golf industry. Supporters can participate in various initiatives, including the Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike, the Vintage Cup, and the Online Auction, to help fund golf access for youth. More information about Youth on Course can be found by visiting youthoncourse.org or Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and X.
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