Dr. José H. González is the Director of Experiential Education for The Overlake School. He is a Boricua, born and raised in Puerto Rico. He started his outdoor education professional career in the 90's working for major organizations, including Hurricane Island Outward Bound School, Thompson Island Outward Bound Center, Sail Caribbean, Dartmouth College Outdoor Programs, Plymouth State University, SDSU Mission Bay Aquatic Center, and NOLS. In addition, he was an assistant professor at California State University Northridge and an associate faculty at Prescott College. He serves as an AEE Accreditation Council Member as well as an AEE Program Reviewer. He is an active instructor trainer for the American Canoe Association with several certifications in sea kayaking and stand up paddleboarding.