Mario loves kids, the great outdoors and adventure so for him joining our cause was a natural fit.

Mario has long admired his hockey teammate's (fellow climber Tom Higashio) dedication to Summits of Hope and was thrilled when Tom invited him to join the team.

Mario is a successful business owner and entrepreneur who believes in giving back. He supports Children Hospital and other causes each year through his business (../www.showtimetickets.com) and is eager to take a more active role in raising even more money for the kids.

"To help children makes me feel good. If we can inspire kids in any way to follow their dreams and never give up then we have accomplished something to be proud of."

Mario is excited about his 1st climb and he is cautiously optimistic that he will make it to the summit.

My past climbs: Mt. Kilimanjaro