SHORT PORCH

THE GEEK SQUAD OF MANUFACTURING SPORTING GOODS

 Experience the evolution of sporting goods with Short Porch.  Founded in 2017, our team of top industry experts will help athletes achieve their full potential. Our innovative products and marketing cater to a new generation of athletes, providing them with cutting-edge raw materials to elevate their performance. Our team of experts strives to bring a fresh approach to the industry, fueling the hunger for change in the new generation of players. Trust in Short Porch to take your game to the highest level.

 Jeff Kessler - CEO

Jeff, a math expert and former Fortune 500 Sales and Marketing executive, founded Short Porch from a vision. With 30 years of coaching experience and a track record of winning world championships, our founder knows how to elevate and revolutionize the recreational sports industry.

 Leslie Smith - CFO

With over 16 years of experience in the largest chemical company, Leslie brings you cutting-edge polymers and biobased chemicals. Trust her expertise to bring you innovative and game-changing products.

Christian Lamont – Research and Development

Christian oversees every aspect of our Research and Development. His two decades of experience in Geo Technical Engineering and Environmental Services enables him to extensively test every product and accurately obtain information to aid us in bringing only superior products to our customers.   He has extensive knowledge as a former hitting coach, has a great understanding of the game.

David Velasquez - National Softball Director

Dave is entering his 15th season of senior softball and 43rd season of slow-pitch softball overall — with Dave’s experience competing and winning with national championship teams at the highest level and involvement with research and development of bats since the 1980’s, he will be doing Public Relations (PR) as wells as Research and Development (R&D) as Short Porch’s new National Softball Director. 

Prior to joining Short Porch, Dave built his SeniorSoftballBatReview-YouTube channel, a 15-year role, dedicated to sharing that experience, through honesty and integrity with a focus on bat reviews, weight training, hitting tips and nutrition.

Dave has been recognized throughout his career for his on-the-field achievements with 18 MVPs, 25 All-Tournament selections, and 2 Golden Gloves.

Dave is an active community member and has participated with the San Antonio Senior Softball League, Autism Awareness and Wounded Warrior Fundraiser programs.

A native of San Antonio, Texas, Dave graduated from Highlands High School. He and his wife, Tammy, have five children, Kyle, Kody, Talbert, Jan-Tanah and Jett.