“I was early taught to work as well as play.
My life has been one long, happy holiday;
full of work and full of play
—I dropped the worry on the way—
and God was good to me every day.”
– John D. Rockefeller
San Diego Squared (SD2) connects underserved students to the power of STEM and is transforming lives by providing education, mentorship, scholarships, internships, career exploration, and community building. This holistic approach equips students with the tools, guidance, and networks necessary to excel academically, personally, and professionally, ultimately creating a stronger STEM workforce. Chad Urie, the Executive Managing Director and West Coast Leader for JLL’s Life Science Practice Group, is a member of SD2’s Board of Directors.
#1 Chad Urie grew up in Seattle, Washington.
#2 I have been incredibly fortunate to have a remarkable father who not only built and sold a successful company but also guided me on how to be a great friend, father, son, husband, and leader. Most importantly, he taught me the value of being deeply involved in the lives of others. His dedication extended beyond business; he served as president and chairman of Union Gospel Mission and now leads with C3 Leaders.
#3 My family and I recently discovered a half-brother through 23andMe. Meeting him and his family after 50 years apart has been an incredible experience, and we are so glad to now share our lives together.
#4 My favorite travel destination is The Brando in French Polynesia.
#5 My favorite hobbies include traveling, quality time with my six adult kids, cars, golf, and fly fishing.
#6 Chad Urie have an uncropped Doberman Pinscher named Vis, a multiple-title champion.
#7 I do not necessarily view it as ‘giving back’ For me, it is about the joy of helping others navigate life – whether in work or in personal challenges. Both my successes and, perhaps even more so, my failures have given me lessons to share. Coaching and supporting others brings me immense happiness, and it has become one of my greatest passions.
#8 When I learned about San Diego Squared’s results with students, coupled with the genuine encouragement they provide, I was immediately drawn in. Meeting with H. Puentes, Bill Rastetter, and the board sealed it for me, and I knew this was a mission I wanted to be part of.
#9 To date, SD2 has supported 147 Fellows, 57 Scholars, and 124 Interns, with five students moving into full-time roles. Altogether, SD2 has invested more than $2 million in scholarships, opening doors for students to pursue their degrees and futures in STEM.
#10 Invest in future STEM leaders today. Whether you want to set up a recurring donation or make a one-time gift, you can easily donate directly to SD2.
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