Bruins’ Charlie Jacobs Named To USA Hockey Foundation Board

Boston Bruins CEO and alternate governor Charlie Jacobs is joining USA Hockey Foundation’s board of directors, the organization announced Wednesday.

“It’s an honor to join the USA Hockey Foundation Board, particularly alongside a group of people as passionate as I am about the sport of hockey, ” Jacobs said in a statement released by the Bruins. “I’m proud of the work the Boston Bruins organization has done — and will continue to do — to grow our sport across New England, and I look forward to the opportunity to further the advancement of our great game throughout the nation in this new role with USA Hockey.”

Jacobs founded the Boston Bruins Foundation in 2003, and since its inception, more than $67 million has been raised to strengthen the community’s support system for children and families through education, athletics, and health and wellness.

“We are thrilled to welcome Charlie to The USA Hockey Foundation Board,” executive director of USA Hockey and The USA Hockey Foundation Pat Kelleher said, per the organization. “His leadership in the hockey world, combined with his dedication to growing the game at all levels, will help us continue to make a meaningful impact on the sport.”

USA Hockey noted that Jacobs “brings extensive experience in sports management and philanthropy” to the organization, furthering The USA Hockey Foundation’s mission.

Jacobs is active in numerous local organizations across New England, including the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, Boston College Chief Executive Club and the Sports Museum, where he serves on the Board.