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Virginia Tinley: Executive Director
Kristine Entwistle: Director of Special Events
Lauren Hinton: Director of Marketing
Jill Prichard: Director of Programs
Nancy Reynolds: Director of Development
Rebecca Beauchman: Marketing Manager
Vikki Indermuehle: Special Events Manager
Nico Marcolongo: Operation Rebound Program Manager
Jennifer McCasslin: Finance Manager (job-share)
Jennifer Rose: Race for a Reason Manager
Marie White: Finance & Office Manager (job-share)
JulieAnne White: Access for Athletes Program Manager
Anne Fleming: Administrative Assistant
Travis Ricks: Programs Coordinator / Athlete Relations
Torrie Tinley: Intern

 

Virginia Tinley: Executive Director

Virginia was the first employee hired by CAF in 1998 to provide infrastructure and leadership to an organization that was rapidly growing. She has overseen the growth of corporate relationships; grant writing, staff development and strategic planning. She also has been the driving force behind elevating the crown jewel of CAF, the San Diego Triathlon Challenge to a first class event.

Kristine entwistle: director of special events

Kristine began working with CAF in January 2006 to produce the Qualcomm Million Dollar Challenge, a seven-day ride from San Francisco to San Diego. She joined the CAF team full time in January 2009 to oversee the growing event department.  Kristine brings years of experience in non-profit event management and hospitality as well as a love of cycling and running.

Lauren Hinton: director of marketing

Lauren joined CAF in the spring of 2004. With a Master's in Business Administration and emphasis in Marketing and Project Management, she brings fresh ideas and a strong work ethic to the foundation. She is a great asset in all areas of marketing, sponsor relations, communication, and has a ton of energy to match her passion for this cause!

Jill Prichard: Director of Programs

Jill joined CAF in the summer of 2005 with over 20 years of programming and event experience. She has been a volunteer and supporter of CAF for over 8 years and brings her commitment to hard work, and passion for having fun to every event. Jill heads up all of CAF's programs in addition to generating athlete communications, grant writing and program sponsor relations.

Nancy Reynolds: Director of Development

Nancy joined CAF in the spring of 2009. Her education and background is in finance and business development and she previously was an entrepreneur with her own business where she worked with many of the finest retailers and companies in the nation. She has an enormous passion to help others and is an avid runner, cyclist and part-time swimmer.

Rebecca Beauchman: Marketing Manager

Rebecca began working with CAF in the spring of 2009. She brings over 10 years of experience in the outdoor/action sports industries coupled with a background in e-commerce, online marketing and program development. Rebecca’s positive attitude, love for sports and desire to make a difference make her a great addition to the organization.  

Vikki Indermuehle: special events manager

Vikki began working at CAF in the spring of 2009. She brings over 10 years of non-profit experience and an incredible attitude.  Vikki has love for logistics and high energy events, making her a valuable addition to the events department. She has also fully embraced the cycling world as the manager Qualcomm Million Dollar Challenge event.

nico marcolongo: Operation Rebound Program Manager

Nico joined CAF in the spring of 2008 after 14 years of service as a United States Marine Corps Officer. He is a veteran of the Iraq conflict and brings with him over 8 years of fundraising and event experience to benefit challenged military athletes. Nico is dedicated to supporting the rehabilitative needs of our troops and will lead CAF’s effort to mentor and provide post-rehabilitation support to American service members who have suffered permanent physical injuries in recent conflicts.

Jennifer Mccasslin: finance manager (job-Share)

Jennifer started working with CAF in 2006, running the financials for the Qualcomm Million Dollar Challenge. In the spring of 2009, she came on board as the Finance Manager (job-share). Jennifer has an MBA with a concentration in Finance, and brings over 10 years of experience in the financial world. This combined with her attention to detail and high energy make Jennifer a great addition to the team.

Jennifer Rose: Race for a Reason Manager

Jennifer joined CAF in the spring of 2005 bringing with her several years of non-profit experience in the athletic industry. She is a valuable addition in assisting with special events, program coordination, and communication. Her go-getter attitude and smile are contagious to the whole team.

Marie White : office Manager (job-share)

Marie joined CAF in the spring of 2006. With extensive experience in management and account relations and a degree in psychology, she brings knowledge, commitment and compassion to the table. Her positive attitude, attention to detail and assertiveness make her an invaluable member of our team.

JulieAnne White: Access for Athletes Program Manager

JulieAnne joined the CAF team in the spring of 2006. Her experiences as an elite Ironman triathlete and runner and her dedicated efforts on behalf of causes -- from rescuing greyhounds to serving as a Board Trustee for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation -- provide her with an excellent background for encouraging others to achieve their goals in sports.

Anne Fleming: Administrative Assistant

Anne joined CAF in the summer of 2008.  An avid long distance runner and triathlete, she brings 12 years of experience in volunteer positions as race director and expo coordinator.  Her background is in office management.  Her enthusiasm, strong work ethic and passion for helping others make her a great addition to the CAF team.

Travis Ricks: Programs coordinator / athlete relations

An above-knee amputee challenged athlete, Travis started with CAF as a volunteer and mentor in 2004. Now Travis coordinates the Catch a Rising Star workshops, grant evaluations, athlete relations and community outreach. He likes to stay active through participation in snowboarding and triathlon events.

Torrie Tinley: Intern

Torrie joined CAF in the summer of 2009 and is a recent graduate of Loyola Marymount University, where she completed her dergree in Communication Studies with honors. Torrie assists across departments with a positive attitude and great work ethic.  Her ability to work well with so many different people and tackle the task at hand has made Torrie an integral part of the CAF team.

 

 

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