TEAM

MEET THE TEAM

RICK KUIPER

Chief Executive Officer
Rick has served Neuropeak Pro since its founding in 2004 and has been instrumental in ensuring the delivery of superior customer experiences and meaningful results. He has a passion for helping both clients and Neuropeak Pro team members reach their potential. During his tenure with the company, Rick has played an integral role in the development and implementation of all client-facing and internal programs and systems. He is a Certified Public Accountant who has served clients in a variety of industries and who practiced public accounting at Ernst & Young.

DR. ELYSE KEMMERER WHITE, PhD

Chief Science Officer
Dr. White leads the charge in assessing and implementing new technologies – keeping the company at the forefront of delivering optimal performance programs. In addition, she is responsible for the ongoing evaluation of client performance outcomes. Prior to joining the Neuropeak Pro executive team, Dr. White received her Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Michigan, where she also completed a post-doctoral fellowship in the Psychiatry Department, investigating the interactions among nutrition, stress, and mental health. Following a second fellowship in Medical Innovation, Dr. White co-founded the Ann Arbor-based medical device company Tangent Medical Technologies, which was acquired by ICU Medical.

NICK BOLHUIS

Vice President of Performance Programs
Nick leads our staff in charge of all Peak Performance training. Nick has extensive experience working with teams and athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL. He and his team also work with numerous professional golfers on the PGA, LPGA, and Korn Ferry tours. Nick has also worked with several Olympic athletes and professional tennis players looking to maximize their brain performance. Nick spent several years leading Neuroanalytic Evaluations for prospective NBA draft prospects. Beyond work in the athletic realm, Nick has led teams that conduct corporate evaluation and training programs designed to promote and improve employee wellness initiatives. Nick has also aided executive search firms in the pursuit of high-ranking candidates. Nick also has a strong clinical background focused on working with individuals of all ages dealing with issues related to focus, stress, mood conditions, and sleep concerns. Nick holds degrees from Grand Valley State University and Western Michigan University.

ANDY MATTHEWS

Director of Golf Performance
Andy oversees all golf strategy and business development on the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, and LPGA for Neuropeak Pro. His 10 years of experience as a professional golfer, including 1 worldwide win while a Neuropeak Pro client brings a unique skill set to Neuropeak Pro, which allows him to help elite golfers implement their peak performance training on and off the golf course. Working closely with Neuropeak Pro’s science team, he ensures all clients receive individualized training and access to cutting-edge performance technology and training protocols. Andy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management & Communication from the University of Michigan and is also a certified private pilot.