Ambassadors

California, USA
Rose Machado is an American model. The daughter of surfing legend Kala Alexander, Rose grew up in an environment that is deeply connected to surf culture. Her father, Kala Alexander, is a well-known surfer and actor, which has contributed to her affinity for the ocean and the surfing world. With her unique look and background, Rose Machado continues to be an emerging personality in both the fashion and surfing world.

North Shore, Oahu
Makoa Ho, scion of Hawaii’s surf royalty, stands at the beginning of a family dynasty that has etched his name into the annals of wave history. Born into the legendary Ho clan, with Derek Ho as his father, Makoa shares lineage with esteemed siblings Mason Ho and Coco Ho, forming a trinity that exemplifies the essence of the Ho family surfing legacy. Makoa’s identity extends beyond the waves, however. Outside of the lineup, he displays a diverse skill set that extends to still lifes outside of surfing.

Le Puy-en-Velay, France
Hailing from the picturesque Indian Ocean island of Reunion, the professional surfer is not only a master of the waves; she embodies a spirit of resilience and passion that transcends her athletic prowess. What sets Defay apart is not only her exceptional skill on a surfboard, but also the profound connection she has forged between her surfing and her deep commitment to environmental conservation. She is known for her eco-conscious lifestyle and works tirelessly to protect the oceans and marine life.

North Shore, Oahu
Kemper hails from Maui and grew up watching the greatest Hawaiian watermen of the generations before him. At just 30 years old, the four-time Pe’ahi Challenge champion has cemented his place among the greatest big wave surfers of all time. People admire Billy Kemper not only for his surfing, but also for his ability to overcome adversity. Despite dealing with several traumatic events throughout his career, Billy has still managed to win multiple WQS events at Sunset Beach, win multiple XXL Ride of the Year awards, become the Big Wave Tour World Champion, and dominate the Jaws lineup, among other accolades.

Laguna Beach, CA
I was born and raised in Laguna Beach, the birthplace of skimboarding. I grew up on a stretch of coast that was much better for skimboarding than surfing. I started skimboarding at age 4 and by age 15 I was competing professionally. I was a solid student in high school and managed to combine my love of the ocean with my extracurricular activities by starting a club that partnered with Waves for Water. At the time, Rob Machado was an ambassador and he inspired me to get involved in fundraising to purchase and deliver water filtration systems to communities in need in Angola.

North Shore, Oahu
Coco Ho comes from a long line of professional surfers. She is the sister of current Reef Ambassador Mason Ho, the daughter of surfing icon Michael Ho, and the niece of 1993 World Champion and former Reef Ambassador Derek Ho. She is considered the heiress to a Hawaiian surfing legacy. She does an admirable job of inspiring other girls to break down barriers and pursue their passions and full potential. Coco embraces a sense of ease that is evident throughout her entire surfing style. Her unwavering positivity and progressive style appeal to almost everyone and are perfect attributes for today’s role model.

San Clemente, CA
Griffin grew up in San Clemente, California with a lifeguard and surf instructor father. He spent his youth surfing in Trestles with some of the surfing world’s icons. After a stellar amateur career that included multiple titles and winning the Triple Crown at 19, Griffin burst onto the scene in his first World Championship event of 2018, placing 3rd at the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast. Griffin recently finished 6th overall during the 20’-21’ season.

Gold Coast, Australia
Fanning, the 2007, 2009 and 2013 ASP World Tour champion, is the living embodiment of professional surfing. An original Coolangatta Kid, Fanning began surfing ASP events in 1998. By 2002, he had qualified for the ASP World Tour. After an era defined by Kelly Slater/Andy Irons dominance, Fanning began the 2007 season with laser focus by winning the Quiksilver Gold Coast Pro. He followed that up with a win at the Quiksilver Pro France and his first ASP World Tour title at the Hang Loose Pro Brazil, ending the year ahead of Slater.

North Shore, Oahu
It’s hard to say what’s more interesting, a surfer with an infectiously fun personality, a surfer whose family is steeped in Hawaiian wave riding history, or a surfer who attacks some of the most insane waves in the world. Mason Ho is all three. The North Shore’s most quirky personality is the son of Michael Ho and nephew of Hawaii’s first world champion, Derek. The famous brothers owned Pipeline and made their mark on the World Tour in the 1980s and ’90s. And his sister Coco just happens to be one of the most dominant surfers on the Women’s Tour.

Capbreton, France
We tend to think of beauty in a box, limited by what we’re told it should be. But true beauties like Victoria Vergara are natural—they live a natural life in the salt-filled air and on the wave-filled sea. Vergara, the Reef ambassador from Hossegor, France, wasn’t drawn to modeling. She was drawn to the sea from a young age. Her parents traveled the world and moved to Reunion Island when she was 14, where she mastered the art of the stepover and long turns. A self-proclaimed tomboy, she wasn’t interested in makeup or fashion. When the first modeling offers came, she turned them down. She chose to live by the beach and surf rather than model in Paris.

Cardiff, CA
Known throughout the international surfing community for his unparalleled style, Rob Machado has captured the imagination with his grace and poise for over two decades. A key part of the Momentum Generation, he remains an inspiration long after retiring from the World Tour and focusing his energy in more creative directions. Between select events around the world and creative endeavors, he remains a favorite among surf fans.

New Smyrna Beach, FL
This talented goofy-foot hails from the surfing hotbed of New Smyrna Beach. His father Greg is a longtime shaper under the Orion Surfboards label and his brother Eric is also one of the most exciting surfers to come out of the Sunshine State. Evan enjoys his Florida lifestyle, which includes a low wave handicap and a passionate love of fishing. Evan began competitive sailing at age seven and as a grom owned the amateur ranks. He still holds a record 15 NSSA titles to his name. In 2011, Geiselman won the Triple Crown of Surfing Rookie of the Year. In recent years, he has been among the top American surfers in the World Qualifying Series.

Carlsbad, CA
Taylor Knox's passion for board sports nearly ended his career before it even began. At age 15, Knox suffered a devastating back injury while skateboarding. Doctors told him he would never be able to surf competitively, but after surgery on a damaged lumbar spine, Knox defied the harsh verdict by focusing on a healthy diet, core fitness training, and intensive physical therapy.

Hawaii
Noah Beschen, born on November 18, 2000, is a talented surfer from Hawaii and the son of legendary surfer Shane Beschen. Raised on the North Shore of Oahu, Noah has built an impressive reputation in the surfing world for his innovative style and dedication to the sport. He has competed in various competitions, including the Men's Qualifying Series and the Men's Junior Tour.

Kona, HI
Few surfers have left a bigger mark on big wave riding than Shane Dorian. Hailing from Kona, Hawaii, Dorian spent over a decade on the World Championship Tour, spending the majority of his time in the top ten and spending the latter part of 2000 in contention for the world title. Shane has also appeared in numerous iconic surf films during his storied career. After retiring from the competitive tour in 2004, Shane discovered his true passion for big wave surfing and never looked back. Devoting his time to training and riding the biggest waves around the world has paid off.

Cornwall, UK
There’s something about someone who seems to move effortlessly. That’s how Mike Lay has lived his entire life. Cornwall, on the British coast, isn’t exactly known for its heavy surf. That’s why Lay picked up a longboard early in his surfing life. He turned out to be pretty good at it – one of the best, in fact. As a teenager, he was competing and winning awards all over Europe.

Basque Country, Spain
After traveling the world on the WQS Tour, Mundaka’s Kepa Acero didn’t find what he needed in life. Instead of focusing on competing and being stuck on one thing in life, he decided he needed to explore his other interests in the world. With very little knowledge behind the lens, Kepa bought a few cameras, got a ticket to travel the world, and set out to document the people, cultures, and waves he encountered. It’s a completely different perspective, but one that has taken him on a “5 Waves, 5 Continents” tour to some of surfing’s most legendary waves, the equivalent of mountain climbers scaling eight 8,000-meter peaks. He’s been named Epic TV’s “Adventurer of the Year,” but the real reward is the experience.

Biarritz, France
Arthur Bourbon, born on the island of Guadeloupe, is a French professional surfer and filmmaker. He started surfing at a young age and has achieved success in national and European competitions, including a victory in Hossegor during the Pro Junior. After his competitive career, Arthur turned to free surfing and making surf documentaries. He is known for his film "Water Get No Enemy" (2020), in which he explores surfing in Liberia with Damien Castera and highlights its impact on former child soldiers.

Hawaii
Dr. Cliff Kapono is the world’s only professional surfer with a PhD. A native of the east coast of Hawaii, his life is as much about science as it is about surfing. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications in the field of molecular bioscience, as well as producing a handful of award-winning films on indigenous activism, ocean conservation, global food security, and virtual reality. He has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, NBC, CBS, Surfline, and many more. Cliff is also the co-founder of the MEGA (Multi-scale Environmental Graphical Analysis) lab with his partner John Burnes, which specializes in studying coral health. It is a global consortium of scientists, athletes, and artists who use science to improve our planet. Cliff currently lives in Hilo and tinkers in the lab when he’s not chasing the planet’s best waves.

Kona, HI
Jackson was born to shred, if his last name wasn’t a giveaway, he’s the son of Big wave GOAT and Reef ambassador Shane Dorian. Most of the time you can find this surf-mad grom traveling the world with his dad or friends via his insta @jackson_dorian , but when he’s not, the Dorian domain is living life outside of the resort in the woods around Kona, Big Island of Hawaii. Ever since he could remember walking, this long-haired mini has been on fire, whether it’s on a skateboard or a surfboard, he’s going full throttle like a little Tarzan.

Hawaii
Maluhia Kinimaka, born October 2, 1996, is a professional surfer and academic from Hawaii. She grew up in a family with a rich surfing tradition; her father, Titus Kinimaka, is a well-known Hawaiian surfer and founder of the Hawaiian School of Surfing. Maluhia combines her passion for surfing with a deep-rooted commitment to environmental protection. She is actively involved in initiatives aimed at preserving the ocean and marine environment.