Water Polo Parent and Board Member

Hi, my name is Joseph Perrotto and I am a Board Member of The Big Waves Foundation!  Thanks to the Bigelow family, who were single handedly responsible for introducing the sport of water polo to my son William and daughter Elena.  Bubba was there the very first day William tried out for the Rocky Mountain Neptunes.  Since then, William’s 12U team has taken the Bronze medal at the water polo Junior Olympics!  My wife Emily and I would have never guessed that our kids would be involved in such a sport that we, as a family, have grown to love!     

I have been fortunate enough throughout my life to serve on multiple non-profit Boards that have helped support downtown development, local theatre, etc.  In fact, a large portion of my career has also revolved around not-for-profit organizations that saw me lead executive teams for long term care facilities in both Massachusetts and Florida.  Being able to assist Big Waves navigate through the non-profit world along with working alongside such a dynamic group of individuals from a variety of professions has been a privilege.  Most of my focus as a Big Waves Board member has been to ensure that the organization remains financially solvent so that Big Waves can continue to provide scholarships as well as organize fundraising activities and events.  

To be able to help grow an organization dedicated to both the advancement of the sport of water polo in the state of Colorado as well as provide paid collegiate scholarships to deserving student athletes has been extremely fulfilling.  Having the opportunity to see what our local water polo players have accomplished in high school and to hear what their dreams are for college is inspiring!  Our annual scholarship ceremony has been an awesome experience that I look forward to every year!  

Joseph Perrotto

Big Waves Board Member