Board of Trustees
Life University’s
Board of Trustees
The members of the Life University Board of Trustees comprise some of the greatest minds in Chiropractic, finance, law and education. Their combined experience has helped build Life University into the largest chiropractic college in the world.
Life University
Trustees
Jeffrey Aita, D.C.
Chairman, Board Academic Affairs Committee
South Carolina
Board of Trustees member Dr. Jeffrey Aita, a 1979 graduate of National College of Chiropractic, has been in practice since 1980, and is currently practicing and managing a multi-chiropractor office in Bluffton, South Carolina. Dr. Aita is a LIFEforce doctor and member of LIFE’s President’s Circle. He lives an innate driven and vitalistic lifestyle to the extent that two of his children are also chiropractors.
William (Bill) Cullen, B.S.,
Florida
Bill Cullen joins the Life University Board of Trustees, bringing 37 years of experience in technical and operational leadership within aerospace launch systems. Currently serving as the Launch 25 and Launch Systems Leader, Cullen has held key roles at top companies, including overseeing Atlas V and Delta IV operations. Known for his expertise in improving launch safety, cost-efficiency, and schedule performance, he has led significant projects like Vulcan upgrades. Cullen holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering from the University of Illinois and has served on several educational and community boards in Florida.
Sandra Elbaum, D.C.
Board Chairman
Virginia
Board of Trustees member Dr. Sandy Elbaum, a 1990 graduate of LIFE, has been in family practice since 1991 in Chester, Virginia with her husband and fellow LIFE graduate Adam Elbaum, D.C. Along with representing many chiropractic organizations within the state of Virginia and beyond, Dr. Elbaum is a LIFE P.E.A.K. doctor, a State Alumni Representative for LIFE, a LIFEforce doctor and a member of LIFE’s President’s Circle. She was named Chiropractor of the Year in 1999 and 2007 by the Virginia Society of Chiropractic.
Aaron Gagnon, C.P.A., C.I.A.
Chairman Audit/Finance Committee
Texas
Board of Trustees Chairman Aaron Gagnon, CPA, CIA, was elected to the LIFE Board in July 2012. He is a 1994 Accounting graduate of Kennesaw State University and is currently the Partner, Chief Audit Officer for McKinsey & Company.
Janell E. Gibson, Ph.D.
Chairman Board Affairs Committee
Alabama
Board of Trustees member Dr. Janell Gibson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Georgia, as well as a Master of Science in Psychology and Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from Nova Southeastern University. She brings more than 20 years of higher education administration experience to the Board. She is currently the Provost and Chief Academic Officer at Columbia Southern University.
Richard Giuli, B.S.
Chairman Executive Compensation Committee
California
Board of Trustees member Richard “Rich” Giuli, a graduate of California Polytechnic State University – San Luis Obispo, is the Sr. VP of Engineering for GreenRock Robotics. He is married to LIFE graduate Amie Bend, D.C. Both are the lead contributors to Life U’s Generations Wall project, which recognizes families that exemplify the passage of the Chiropractic torch down through their family members, generation to generation, helping to ensure the health of a nation
Jay Handt, D.C.
Chairman International Affairs Committee
New York
Board of Trustees member Dr. Jay Handt, a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, is a founding member of LIFEforce and the New York Chiropractic Council, a New Beginnings board member and a partner in the InnerWinners Seminars. He has been an unwavering supporter of LIFE’s President’s Circle and loves being a facilitator at LIFE Leadership Weekends, helping prospective students discover how Chiropractic fits in their lives. His wife Mrs. Kathi Handt is a member of the league of Chiropractic Women, and both his son Dr. Josh Handt and daughter Dr. Morgan Handt are also chiropractors.
B.J. Hardick, B.S., D.C.
Ontario, Canada
Dr. B.J. Hardick, a 2001 graduate of Life University, has been in active chiropractic practice since that time, serving patients through his family’s private clinic in London, Ontario, Canada. A longtime advocate for natural health and chiropractic philosophy, Dr. Hardick is also a published author and international speaker on topics ranging from nutrition to wellness. He is a LIFEforce doctor, past recipient of Life U’s Chiropractor of the Year award and a former President of the Life University Alumni Association (LUAA). Dr. Hardick lives and leads with a deep commitment to Vitalism and Lasting Purpose.
Salvatore LaRusso, D.C.
Florida
Dr Salvatore D. LaRusso, D.C., F.I.C.A. (Hon.) is a 1978 graduate of New York chiropractic college and has practiced in Palm Beach County Florida since 1979.
Since 1980 Dr. LaRusso (Sal) has served in numerous capacities and leadership positions within the Chiropractic profession with service that includes his election as president of the Palm Beach County Chiropractic Association, President of the Florida Chiropractic Council, President of the Florida Chiropractic Society, multi term board member and Chair of the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine, Florida delegate to the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Board and President of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners where during his tenure he served as treasurer and president.
Since 1976 Salvatore has been an active supporter & participant in activities involving Life University, was a donor & member of the Life University Presidents Circle, an attendee and lecturer at numerous DE seminars and acts as a postgraduate lecturer during numerous Life University sponsored continuing education programs.
Joseph Lupo, D.C.
Michigan
Board of Trustees member Dr. Joseph Lupo is a 1978 graduate of Life Chiropractic College (now Life University). He is a board certified chiropractor through the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, a Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner (CCWP) and a non-surgical disc herniation specialist with Spinal Aid Centers of America. Dr. Lupo is a member of numerous organizations at LIFE, most notably the President’s Circle, Elite 150 and LIFEforce, and was named Life University alumnus of the year in 2005. He has practiced in Roseville, Michigan at Lupo Chiropractic Life Center since 1978.
Randolph O’Dell, D.C.
Michigan
Board of Trustees member Dr. Randolph “Randy” O’Dell is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic with more than 45 years of experience in Chiropractic. Dr. O’Dell practices at Walled Lake Chiropractic in Walled Lake, Michigan, and currently serves as Oakland County’s district Board Member for the Michigan Association of Chiropractors.
Charlie Saboura, B.A.M.T, D.C.
Chairman Development Committee
Georgia
Dr. Charlie Saboura, a 1998 graduate of Life University, has over three decades of experience in health care as both a chiropractor and medical technologist. He owns and operates a successful chiropractic clinic in Marietta, Georgia, and also serves patients at Wellstar’s multidisciplinary Spine Center. A strong advocate for integrative care, Dr. Saboura has helped build connections between Chiropractic and conventional medical providers throughout the region. A long-time Cobb County resident, he is dedicated to community service, patient wellness and the continued evolution of vitalistic healthcare education.
Kevin Fogarty, D.C.
Board Chairman Emeritus
Florida
R. James Gregg, D.C.
Board Member Emeritus
Michigan
Dr. R. James Gregg is one of the co-founders of Life University and has been in chiropractic practice in Garden City, Michigan since 1970. He was appointed to the Life University Board of Trustees in 2004 and was appointed as the first Board Member Emeritus at the July 2019 meeting of the Life University Board of Trustees.He has been honored with numerous awards and appointments throughout his career, including being named 1995 Chiropractor of the Year by the International Chiropractic Association. His son, Dr. James Gregg, a Life University graduate, practices alongside him at Greg Chiropractic Life Centers in Garden City.
