Episode 6: Checkmate

To kick off Season 2 Micah is joined by the first person to coach him in sports other than his dad, Jeff Butts. Jeff is a lifelong resident of Warren, Ohio who has a bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and has served as a Senior Software Engineer consultant for nearly 20 years. This experience has ultimately led him to teach two cohorts of the Cleveland Codes Software Developer's Academy at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) Metro Campus, becoming a Co-Founder of the start-up company “CellPh-Check-In”, The CIL Institute of Critical & Strategic Thinking, and “Chess is Life''. Jeff is also the founder of C.O.D.E. Base Warriors, providing one of the most indispensable components of STEM; Technology by teaching coding for kids.

While it isn’t too conventional for most Computer Information Systems majors, he minored in Psychology, bringing together a logical, tech-like background with the passion, understanding, and empathy to help shape young minds. “Coach Jeff” is a true leader in every sense of the word, and he has what he refers to as the “4 D's of Success” (Determination, Dedication, Discipline & Drive) necessary to elevate the "CRITICAL THINKING" of our youth.

For more info on Jeff and "Chess Is Life", visit https://chessislife.org/