Our Team
Athletes. coaches. educators. parents.
we are innovators.
LEADERSHIP
Darren Orr
President
Darren is NDUR’s steady, athlete‑first operator who ensures every school, parent, and student‑athlete experiences NDUR with clarity, consistency, and care. As a former professional hockey agent, Darren and his family has deep ties to Boston sports. He is a long‑time mentor and family advisor who brings a grounded understanding of the pressures young athletes face and the systems that support them. At NDUR, he leads partner success, school onboarding, and day‑to‑day operational execution, serving as the reliable point of contact for athletic directors, coaches, and families across the region. Darren is known for his calm presence, his ability to translate complex needs into simple solutions, and his unwavering commitment to helping student‑athletes thrive. His work strengthens NDUR’s mission and ensures every campus feels supported from the moment they join the platform. Darren is a Duke University alumni.
Rob Feldman
Founder
Chief Operations Officer
Chief Innovation Officer
Rob is the strategic architect behind NDUR — the nation’s leading student‑athlete mental fitness, wellness and readiness system. A builder at heart, Rob designed NDUR from the ground up to solve the real challenges athletes, parents, and schools face every day. Drawing from years of hands‑on experience in the education technology space, he leads NDUR’s product vision, IP development, and operational execution with a rare blend of creativity and discipline.
Known for his direct communication style, modern design instincts, and ability to turn complex problems into simple systems, Rob continues to expand NDUR into new mentorship and development verticals — all with one goal: helping every student‑athlete thrive on and off the field. Rob is a Babson College alumni, where he played D3 Baseball. Go Beavers!
Amanda Knight is a nationally respected leader in student‑athlete development, known for her holistic, high‑performance approach to supporting athletes on and off the field. She has held roles as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student‑Athlete Experience at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she oversaw all front‑line support areas that shape the daily lives of student‑athletes including Academic Success, Student‑Athlete Development, Sports Psychology, Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, and Nutrition.
Before joining UMass, Amanda spent nearly a decade at Barry University, serving as Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator, where she led multiple sport programs and directed compliance, policy administration, and staff development. She also created transformative department‑wide initiatives, including the A.R.M.S. mental‑wellness support program, developed in collaboration with counseling and sport psychology staff to proactively identify and support student‑athlete mental well‑being.
Amanda’s leadership is defined by her commitment to holistic development, mental wellness, diversity, and high‑performance education. She has expanded mental‑health and wellness infrastructure, doubled unit capacity, and spearheaded innovative programming such as the High‑Performance Symposium, which brought national speakers to campus and provided CEUs for performance staff. She also founded the BeyondU Leadership Academy, helping athletes grow as leaders, teammates, and community members.
A trusted mentor and strategic thinker, Amanda is deeply involved in national organizations such as Women Leaders in College Sports, and is a frequent presenter at industry conventions. Her work reflects a clear mission: to build environments where student‑athletes can thrive academically, athletically, and personally.
At NDUR, Amanda’s expertise strengthens our commitment to mental fitness, student‑athlete support, and building systems that help athletes perform, grow, and thrive; in sport, in school, and in life.
Kevin McCarthy
Chief Mental Wellness Officer
Kevin is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW), and Boston College alum, and former D1 athlete, with more than two decades of experience supporting youth, families, and high‑performance communities in the mental health field. His career spans school systems, clinical practice, and community‑based programs, where he has specialized in helping young people navigate stress, identity development, and the pressures that come with academic and athletic performance. Kevin brings a grounded, athlete‑informed perspective to NDUR, ensuring the platform’s guidance, safety protocols, and support pathways reflect real‑world mental health expertise. Known for his calm presence, clinical rigor, and ability to connect with students and adults alike, Kevin strengthens NDUR’s commitment to safe, accessible, and developmentally appropriate support for every athlete.
Amanda Knight
Director, Student Athlete Development
impact team
Chante Bonds
Chanté Bonds is a nationally recognized multi‑sport athlete, championship‑winning football player, and accomplished collegiate basketball coach whose career reflects resilience, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to youth development. A standout athlete from Brockton, Massachusetts, Chanté first made her mark in basketball, leading Brockton High School to a state championship before earning a scholarship to Bentley University, where she helped the team reach the NCAA Division II Final Four and was named Northeast‑10 Defensive Player of the Year .
After college, Chanté launched her coaching career at Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she also earned her master’s degree, before holding coaching roles at Holy Cross, UMass Lowell, and UMass Boston. At UMass Boston, she contributed to the program’s best season in school history and helped lead the team to its first NCAA Tournament appearance .
While coaching, Chanté reignited her passion for football — a sport she loved since childhood — joining the New York Sharks and later the Boston Renegades. Over more than a decade in the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA), she became one of the league’s most decorated players, earning multiple All‑League honors, WFA Defensive Player of the Year, WFA Player of the Year, and MVP of the national championship game. She has been a core contributor to the Renegades’ multiple national titles and represented the United States as a captain and defensive back on the U.S. Women’s Tackle National Team, winning gold at the 2022 IFAF World Championship in Finland .
Chanté’s career spans coaching, mentorship, and elite athletic performance — all grounded in her belief that sports build character, confidence, and community. Her experience across basketball, football, and youth development brings a powerful athlete‑centered perspective to NDUR’s mission of supporting student‑athletes on and off the field.
Tatum Forbes is a recent Saint Anselm College graduate, former standout basketball player, and NE10 Player of the Year who brings firsthand student‑athlete experience to every school she supports. Known for her leadership on and off the court, Tatum understands the pressures, routines, and realities today’s athletes navigate — and uses that insight to help districts, athletic departments, and families adopt NDUR with confidence and clarity.
At NDUR, Tatum leads school partnerships and campus onboarding, serving as a trusted guide for administrators, coaches, and student‑athletes as they integrate NDUR’s wellness and readiness system. Her ability to connect authentically with athletes, communicate with empathy, and translate NDUR’s mission into action makes her a key driver of school success across the region.
Tatum’s blend of competitive experience, academic discipline, and genuine care for student‑athlete wellbeing strengthens NDUR’s commitment to providing safe, accessible, and meaningful support to every athlete.
Tatum Forbes
Lauren Lenahan
Lauren Lenahan is a certified performance coach and student‑success specialist who brings seven years of experience helping college students strengthen confidence, resilience, and academic readiness. A former track captain at Lasell University, Lauren understands firsthand the pressures student‑athletes face and has dedicated her career to supporting their growth on and off the field.
Lauren currently works in Curry College’s Admissions Department, where she guides students through critical academic and personal transitions, while also running her own performance‑coaching practice focused on mindset, motivation, and sustainable habits. Her dual experience in higher‑education systems and one‑on‑one coaching gives her a rare ability to connect institutional needs with individual student realities.
At NDUR, Lauren is a core member of the Impact Team, helping shape athlete‑centered content, readiness frameworks, and campus engagement strategies. She brings a calm, supportive presence and a deep understanding of student development, ensuring NDUR’s tools remain accessible, empowering, and aligned with the lived experiences of today’s athletes.
Lauren’s work strengthens NDUR’s mission to deliver safe, meaningful, and actionable support to every student‑athlete — from daily readiness to long‑term success.
BOARD of directors
Bob Khederian
Chairman of the Board
Bob Khederian is NDUR’s Chairman and a seasoned operator whose career spans entrepreneurship, real estate investment, and strategic advisory work across high‑growth ventures. Known for his disciplined leadership style and ability to bring structure to emerging companies, Bob plays a central role in guiding NDUR’s governance, financial strategy, and long‑term expansion. He has been instrumental in helping NDUR scale responsibly — strengthening its operational foundation, supporting product development, and ensuring the company remains aligned with its mission to support student‑athletes nationwide.
Bob’s career includes decades of experience building and advising organizations, managing complex portfolios, and leading teams through periods of transformation. His partnership with NDUR reflects his belief in mission‑driven innovation and his commitment to creating systems that improve the lives of young people. As Chairman, Bob provides steady oversight, strategic clarity, and a founder‑safe sounding board that helps NDUR grow with intention, integrity, and impact.
Michele Kolligian
Board Director
Michele Kolligian is a veteran business leader, strategic advisor, and community‑driven executive who brings decades of experience in organizational leadership, governance, and youth‑focused impact work to NDUR’s Board of Directors. Known for her steady judgment and ability to help mission‑driven companies scale responsibly, Michele plays a central role in guiding NDUR’s long‑term strategy, operational discipline, and district‑facing credibility.
Michele has spent her career leading and advising organizations across education, nonprofit development, and private‑sector operations, with a focus on building systems that strengthen communities and expand access for young people. Her work reflects a deep commitment to student wellbeing, family engagement, and school‑safe innovation — values that directly align with NDUR’s mission to support every athlete’s mental fitness, readiness, and daily experience.
At NDUR, Michele provides governance oversight, strategic clarity, and a trusted voice at the leadership table. Her experience, perspective, and unwavering commitment to youth development help ensure NDUR grows with integrity, purpose, and impact.
Russ Cooke
Founder & Visionary
Board Director
Russ Cooke is the visionary behind NDUR — a former UMass football player, accomplished entrepreneur, and longtime CEO who has spent his career building organizations where people can perform at their highest level. As the former CEO of BostonCoach, Russ led one of the nation’s premier transportation and logistics companies, scaling operations, strengthening culture, and establishing a reputation for reliability, service, and operational excellence. His leadership style blends discipline, clarity, and a deep belief in developing people — values that directly shape NDUR’s mission and product philosophy.
A proud UMass alum and former Division I athlete, Russ understands firsthand the pressures, routines, and demands placed on student‑athletes. His experience on the field and in the boardroom fuels his commitment to creating systems that support readiness, wellbeing, and long‑term success. At NDUR, Russ provides strategic guidance, founder‑safe mentorship, and the long‑range vision that anchors the company’s growth. His influence can be felt across NDUR’s culture, product design, and district‑facing strategy — ensuring the company scales with integrity, purpose, and impact.