Founder and President of Hidden Battles Foundation (est 2017), Retired Law Enforcement and Retired Army Veteran

Scott is a resilient individual with a rich background in both military and law enforcement. Having proudly served for a decade in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer, Scott achieved the rank of Sergeant before his honorable discharge in 2004. His military journey included deployments to Kosovo, Kenya, and Panama for critical peacekeeping missions. After transitioning to civilian life, Scott embraced a career in law enforcement, accumulating nearly two decades of experience. Today, he channels his passion towards advocating for the mental health of Veterans, Police Officers, and Fire Fighters. Scott's mission is driven by a personal commitment to improving the well-being of those who have dedicated their lives to serving and protecting our communities. Scott finds joy in spending quality time with his loving family—his wife Leslie, son Cregg, daughter Marissa, and loyal service dog Junie. During his off time, Scott indulges in comedy relief, appreciating the lighter side of life. Another favorite retreat for him is decompressing at the lake, where he can unwind and find moments of relaxation and connection with loved ones.

Board of Directors Hidden Battles Foundation, Law Enforcement Communications Supervisor

Chris has always been passionate about making a positive impact in his community, starting from his childhood. He used to volunteer alongside Scott Hyder, the Founding President of Hidden Battles, assisting with Health/Safety Fairs. Chris attended Salem State University, majoring in Criminal Justice Administration. Chris graduated from the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Training Alliance Reserve Police Academy in 2018 where he went on to work at a local agency. Currently, he is a dispatch supervisor for a large police agency.

Growing up in Westford, Massachusetts, Chris gained valuable experience through high school and college internships with various police departments. These experiences solidified his commitment to a career dedicated to serving his community. In his free time, Chris is an avid collector of public safety memorabilia, including shoulder patches and challenge coins. He’s also a passionate fan of Boston sports teams, enjoys traveling, visiting local breweries/food establishments, and cherishes spending time with close friends.

Board of Advisors Hidden Battles Foundation, Law Enforcement Officer and Retired Army Veteran

Ice Mike is a dedicated advocate and practitioner of mindfulness, whose mission is to share the transformative power of living in the present moment. As a seasoned Federal Law Enforcement Officer, Mike extends his expertise to first responders nationwide, conducting presentations that bring mindfulness to the forefront of their daily lives. Mike, who also served for 21 years with the Massachusetts Army National Guard as Military Police, completed three deployments, and retired as a Sergeant First Class, understands the demands of professions that require constant orientation to the present moment. He emphasizes the value of mindfulness as an effective tool for managing everyday stress, a practice he continues to integrate into both his professional and personal life. Mike is the founder of the Specialist Matthew Pollini Memorial Fund, established in honor of his fallen soldier, Matthew. This fund was created to assist heroes in need. Mike calls Westford home, where he resides with his wife Courtney, sons Nathan and Duke, and daughter Maya.