Five-year team rider steps into expanded leadership role overseeing Tigé's pro rider and ambassador program
ABILENE, Texas, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tigé Boats, Inc., a leading wakeboard and wakesurf boat manufacturer, has promoted professional wakeboarder Jake Pelot to Brand Experience Manager, where he will lead the company's pro rider and ambassador program while continuing to serve as one of Tigé's most recognized athletes.
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