About Toronto FC
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Meet Us
Here's a chance for you to check out the many faces behind Toronto FC - our front office staff who are dedicated to making your soccer experience the best it can be. We are pleased to have such passionate and experienced soccer professionals on board to help kick-off our inaugural season. Scroll through and click on a photo to contact us.
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// Paul Beirne
Director, Business OperationsShoe size // A very wide 10 ½ My autobiography would be called // And you may ask yourself-well...how did I get here? Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // Amado's free kick April 26 About Me // I have an '82 VW camper. Doesn't everyone? Still waiting to open that scotch on my office shelf! Phone Number // 416-815-5471 |
// Cesar Velasco
Marketing, Online Communications, Partnerships, Community, Game OpsShoe size // 11 My autobiography would be called // "How to live La Vida Loca without even trying" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // Home opener when we all sang "Oh' Canada" - the stadium painted with red scarves, and one voice singing the anthem can't match that…and of course beating Chicago on our last home game. About Me // I'm a passionate football fan, played goalkeeper in Mexico and still manage to have some fun when we have some staff games at BMO. I drink triple espressos all day long - anyone leaving BMO Field for any reason during business hours knows they better come back with a coffee! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5315 |
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// Earl Cochrane
Manager, Team OperationsShoe size // 10.5 My autobiography would be called // "You did what?" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // The inclusion of the TFC Academy program and start of a Canadian championship with a place in the CONCACAF Champions League. Two things that I hope will have a marked effect on the game in Canada. About Me // Since this is year three, I decided to include three little known facts about me - I have a degree in urban design, I lived in Asia for three years before moving to Washington, DC and in the mid-80s I opened for one of the biggest rap stars of all time at the Masonic Temple (the Concert Hall) in Toronto. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5020 |
// Corey Wray
Team OperationsFavorite food // Burritos My autobiography would be called // "Wray of Sunshine" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // Seeing TFC fans at every away game. About Me // Spent the entire 2008 season trying to figure out the Geordie language. Will likely spend 2009 doing the same thing. Likes // Food, fall, Starbucks, music, Arsenal, nicknames and compressed air dusters. Dislikes // Winter, brussel sprouts, smelling like food, and burning my tongue on tea. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5321 |
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// Breagha Carr-Harris
Community RelationsShoe size // If I curl my toes I have instant skies... do u really need a #! My autobiography would be called // "Pigs are Flying - Just Go" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // Too many to pick just one; Columbus - Ultimate road trip, watching training sessions, experiencing a Windy workout, Carl Robinson meeting a very special fan, ALL STAR: the in game chants for Jimmy - Perma-smile & goosebumps! David Beckham - Quietly doing great things for the TO community - he's AMAZING! About Me // I love my job. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 ext 5335 |
// Kelli Wood
MarketingShoe size // Maybe if you were in a band... My autobiography would be called // "The Chronicles of Kwoo" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // The roadtrip to Columbus on March 29, 2008. Nothing beats being packed on a bus with your closest friends and the excitement of seeing the team you adore. The sea of red overwhelming duty free was hilarious. About Me // The creative one. One of the original front office Starting XI. Terrible soccer player, but somehow manage to market it. The type who takes pleasure in the little things, which include, but are not limited to - a large regular with milk from Tim Hortons, New Music Tuesdays on iTunes, long sweaty Sunday runs, movie quote with Dave Barker, listening to Luke try and pronounce 'aluminum', a new issue of The Economist and excuses to use art supplies. Forza TFC! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5101 |
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// Kimberly Edwards
Coordinator, Business OperationsShoe size // 4 kids... yes KIDS! My autobiography would be called // "Don't call me Kimmy!" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // MLS All-Star in Toronto, and hosting the BMO Ultimate Road Trip to New York City to watch one of the best games all season - three amazing goals for a great road victory! About Me // Proud to be a member of the Silver Medal winning team at the 2009 Canadian National Synchronized Skating Championships!!! Love being outdoors in all of Canada's crazy weather, including the snow (you can't ski without it!!) Favourite accessory items are scarves - been known to wear them every day of the week, even in the summer! Can't wait for next season and TFC making the playoffs in '09! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5107 |
// Luke Wileman
CommunicationsShoe size // 10.5 My autobiography would be called // "Don't ask me to drink green tea" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // The atmosphere at the first home game of the season. Rohan's goals against Colorado. Watching J.C. trying to skate. Paul Winsper losing his canoe in Collingwood. About Me // The only bad thing about working here is having to sit next to Pat every day. In 2009 I will try to improve my foosball and soccer tennis performances after a dismal display in 2008. Since moving to Canada two years ago I've become a big Raptors fan but my number 1 sports team (apart from TFC) is Sheffield United. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5375 |
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// Michelle Lissel
Media & Public RelationsShoe size // 8, but will squeeze into a 7.5 for the sake of a great outfit My autobiography would be called // "Unwritten Release: The Diaries of Michelle Lissel" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // MLS All-Star Game in Toronto and switching team hotels in New Jersey. About Me // An original member of the Toronto FC staff, I'm looking forward to season 3 with TFC making our first trip to the post season, and sweeping our season series with the L.A. Galaxy once again! I enjoy watching Entourage (ok, I'm addicted and last season named the intern who got water "Aqua-Man"), and couldn't be happier that Chipotle has opened up a location in Toronto! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5399 |
// Chris Shewfelt
Manager, Corporate SalesShoe size // 10 My autobiography would be called // "Yeah, I'm from Copetown" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // MLS All-Star Game and watching Jimmy Brennan take the field to raucous chants from the home fans. Magic! About Me // Sports nut, new dad of future TFC star (he has already been to TFC Street - in utero). I am gaining a new appreciation for Sesame Street and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. Phone Number // 416-815-5414 |
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//Pat Bakker
Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships Shoe size // 10.5 My autobiography would be called // If I had an Autobiography it would be called “Bakker’s Dozen: 13 Reasons I’m Better Than Luke!” Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // The All-Star game was an amazing experience to be a part of from the beginning. Marv and Rohan’s first goals, the last game of the year, the goal keeper from Chivas getting dropped by the stretcher bearers and so many other highlights. About Me // I’m trying to write a witty whimsical piece right now but utterly failing. Thus I leave you with this. “What’s the deal with Ovaltine? The lid is round, the can is round…they should call it roundtine!” Think about it…it’s true….and yes Kenny Banya would do this routine much better than I would…..but it’s gold! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 ext. 5381 |
//Joe Jesseau
Corporate Partnerships Shoe size // 10 (9.5 actually, but 10 is my favourite number so I make it work) My autobiography would be called // Joe Jesseau Highlights of 2009 TFC Season (so far...) // Columbus Away About Me // Soccer nut since my first game of “foot hockey” in grade school. Grew up on a steady diet of Graham Leggett and four hours of Soccer Saturday. Mark Hughes, Eric Cantona, Dale Mitchell, Dominic Mobilio…these guys were my first footballing heroes. Phone Number // 415-815-5400 x 5103 |
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// Jeff Payne
Corporate PartnershipsShoe size // 12 My autobiography would be called // "All Aboard the Payne Train" Highlight of 2008 TFC Season // Our last home game of the season: 3-2 win over Chicago. The crowd was great, the goals were quality, and even though we didn't sneak into the playoffs, it was a good statement against one of the top teams in the MLS. About Me // I'm a nut for football and a sports junkie in general. After some recent introspection, I've realized that if I had to list the top 5 moments in my life, they would all include sports (at least 3 would be football) in some way. Kids: don't let people tell you that being hopelessly addicted to sports won't get you anywhere in life. Oh, and stay in school... and don't do drugs. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5391 |
// Anton Wimmer
Ticket Sales & ServiceShoe size // 39.076 923 077 Bee Space My autobiography would be called // "The Man Behind the Accordion; from Sydenham to Stardom" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Funniest: Zach Thornton being dropped while being carried off the field. Unbelievable: Columbus road trip, best fans ever! Embarrassing: Getting leveled by a supporter's flag while giving a tour to my parents. About Me // I like: 1. Walking fast, insensitively fast actually. 2. The accordion. Come down to BMO Field for a rendition of 'Blue Spanish Eyes' 3. Foosball, bronze medalist in the BMO Field Championship of the World... no big deal. 4. Movie trivia. Name this quote: "Do you want my jacket? Take it, I'm cloaked in failure!" If you know the movie e-mail me, you may win a prize. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5105 |
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// Matt O’Brien
Ticket SalesShoe size // The French system for determining shoe size is the most common system worldwide, based on number of people. It is standard in France, Germany, Italy, Spain and most other continental European countries, as well as China. In this system, the shoe size is the length of the 'last', expressed in Paris points, for both genders and for adults and children alike. A Paris point is 2/3 of a centimetre and it has been agreed upon that the 'last' is the length of the foot plus two centimetres. I don't know my French size. My autobiography would be called // "How to survive on pizza and beef patties: The Matt O'Brien story" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // The 2008 MLS All-Star game was just a fantastic, memorable event. About Me // I'm still passionate about sports, probably to a fault. I've learned that PVR is the single greatest invention in the world, well I guess that wheel thing would be up there as well. I'm a radical thinker; currently I'm trying to change casual Friday to mandatory cowboy boot day. Overall, I think life is good. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5390 |
// David Barker
Sales & ServiceShoe size // Unknown My autobiography would be called // "Showcase Showdown: Barks the one with bite." Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Columbus trip/Marvell scoring his first career goal/carrying off the first ever player, from MLS, on a stretcher in BMO field history About Me // "It is a period of civil war. Rebel spaceships, striking from a hidden base, have won their first victory against the evil galactic empire"... whoops! Sorry, wrong update. Ahh, my love affair with the Raptors (undefeated in 08/09 at the time this was written.) continues as strong as ever. Thanks entirely to CB4 progressing into a potential MVP candidate and the addition of Jermaine "We're going to step over guys if we knock 'em down" O'Neal. My favourite movie is still Good Will Hunting and my cubical is no longer between Jeff and Asif, in case you're wondering. We all moved it was emotional. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5384 |
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// Greig Young
Sales & ServiceShoe size // 1 foot My autobiography would be called // Forever Young - The majestic saga of a boy and his dream Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Season opener in Columbus - over 3,000 TFC supporters to an away match is the stuff legends are made out of. About Me // Born in Scarborough, grew up in Markham and currently residing in downtown T.O. I've been following the beautiful game since I could walk and talk. My lucky number is 9 and chicken alfredo pasta is my go-to dish. I long for the day for when both Canada and Scotland again qualify for the same World Cup! 1986 was a glorious year! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5382 |
// Laura Magee
Sales & ServiceShoe size // 39 My autobiography would be called // It should have been McGee Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Columbus Trip, Home Opener with 20,000 raised scarves, Nervous Game Day Kids, MLS All-Star game About Me // After my inaugural year at Toronto FC, I can't think of a better place to spend my days. Soccer has been a part of my life since I was 6 and I enjoy every minute of it, watching it, playing it and working within it. The fan base and support at Toronto FC is incredible! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5389 |
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// John Driscoll
Sales & Service Shoe size // 12 My autobiography would be called // "John Driscoll: The man behind the A&W mascot" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // The Columbus trip About Me // Going into my 3rd season with Toronto FC. Spent three seasons with the Toronto Argonauts Pointy Ball Club before coming over to the BMO Field and Toronto FC. Looking forward to an exciting 2009 Toronto FC season. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5397 |
// Lindsay Kennedy
Sales & Service Shoe size // XS My autobiography would be called // Why Not? Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Experienced the season all the way from Asia thanks to Luke and Toronto FC TV! About Me // I like to have fun so I'm generally fond of fun things. Music occupies a large portion of my life but I can’t play a single note. I have lived, worked and travelled in South East Asia for the last two years. I have a deep passion for all sports; particularly soccer, hockey (GLG!) and board sports. I have played and followed soccer since I could walk so working for Toronto FC still feels like a dream - I am “overt”ly happy to be here! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5387 |
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// Naveed Rathore
Ticket AdministrationShoe size // 10 My autobiography would be called // "The Meaning of Life" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Every single moment About Me // I'm honoured to have been brought to TFC for an office record transfer fee - an inbox, two pens, and a box of paperclips. My first experience with the sport was in the first grade, where I managed to net a goal within the first minute - for the other team. Ever since, I've tried my best to watch and learn. By working hard, taking things one day at a time, and giving my 110%, I aspire to take Administration and Reporting to new heights. Phone Number // 416-815-5400 x 5329 |
// Paul Giamou
Team PhotographerShoe size // 10 or 42 in Europe My autobiography would be called // "Around the World in 8,000 days" Highlights of 2008 TFC Season // Being on the pitch and watching all the MLS All-Stars taking free kicks in practice just for laughs. It defied physics! About Me // When I am not dodging flying beer cups and streamers at BMO I am shooting mainly lifestyle and travel stories. |
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// Miguel Ferreira
Game Development CoordinatorShoe size // Danny Dichio and a half My autobiography would be called // I Killed Two Stones With One Bird Highlights of 2009 TFC Season (so far) // Standing at midfield listening to our fans sing the National Anthem at the home opener, celebrating every goal with players and fans alike and unknowingly standing next to one of the confetti launchers right after a goal...lesson learned. About Me // Pround father of Mia Grace, future FIFA Women's World Player of the Year. Marta who? I love soccer and driving, which is why I put myself through the commute between Stoney Creek and Toronto everyday. I hate driving. Long Live: TFC, A Selecção das Quinas, CR7, Sporting CP, Man U and Vasco Da Gama (HDSL). Phone Number // 416-514-8855 Ext. 5111 |
// John Febbraro
Game Development Coordinator Shoe size // Nine and a HOFF My autobiography would be called // "How You Doin'?: The Bambino Story" Highlights of 2009 TFC Season (so far...) // Touring the stadium with 60 Miss Universe Canada contestants. Mariana, call me! About Me // Fred Hooper, look at me now! A recent graduate of the Sports Admin program at Laurentian, I was lucky enough to intern with TFC last summer and somehow managed to sneak back into the office. Along with Roberta Bondar, Marty Turco, and Downtown Dennis, I call Sault Ste. Marie home. Some say I'm loud, arrogant, and short tempered. I say I'm Italian, deal with it. Couldn't be happier Cannavaro's back with Juve, can't wait to see him lift the Scudetto AND World Cup in 2010. Shout-out to the boys in 405...GALLO! Phone Number // 416-815-5400 ext. 5482 |
