UCONN

VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER

Craig is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island who started his career working with minor league baseball and hockey. As an Account Executive, he specialized in Group Ticket Sales and went on to create/oversee the first outbound ticket sales department at his alma mater. After spending nearly five years at URI, Craig began working with UConn. When he is not leading his sales team, he enjoys spending time with family, friends, and his fiancé, Sierra. Sports is his number one passion with his favorite teams being the Boston Red Sox, New Orleans Saints, and, of course, UConn Huskies.

ASSOCIATE GENERAL MANAGER

Dave attended Florida State University and began his sports and entertainment career at The XL Center in Hartford, CT (formerly known as the Hartford Civic Center). Yes, the very place in which the beloved Hartford Whalers played in. Dave spent 13 years at the XL Center excelling as a leader and climbing up the ranks as an Account Executive, Senior Account Executive, Group Sales Manager, and Director of Ticket Sales & Service. When Dave is not working, one would find him at the beach with his incredible twin boys and amazing girlfriend Kelsey soaking in the sun and enjoying life.

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Kent graduated from Springfield College in 2018. He started his career at the XL Center with the Hartford Wolf Pack. After working there for 2 years as an Inside Sales Representative, he was promoted to Account Executive. When he is not working, you can find him attending games at some of CT’s great sports venues, swimming, or going on hikes with his amazing girlfriend, Amelia.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Bio.Shelby is a graduate of the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut. As a student-athlete, she competed as a Division III swimmer with the USJ Women’s Swimming and Diving Team for four years, while pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Sports Management and Promotion with a minor in Coaching. She currently maintains a coaching certificate with the State of Connecticut. Prior to joining Taymar Sales U., she worked with the New Britain Bees as a sports operation intern, the Hartford Wolf Pack as a Promo Pack member and most recently with the Hartford Yard Goats as a merchandising assistant. When she is not working, you can usually find her coaching young swimmers with USA Swimming.

ANNUAL FUND OFFICER

Ellie Mackay attended Michigan Technological University in Michigan's Upper Peninsula where she graduated with a B.S. degree in marketing. She also received a master's degree in business administration. Ellie was a member of the women's basketball team while at Michigan Tech. During her tenure, she was named an All American, finished her career as the second all-time leading scorer in MTU women's basketball history, and holds the career free throw percentage record. Ellie gained additional experience in the sports industry while working for Horner Sports Flooring in the marketing department. Horner Sports Flooring is the leading manufacturer of game floors for the NCAA, NBA, and WNBA. Ellie enjoys hiking, golfing, fishing, and spending time with family.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

I am a recent graduate from the University of Connecticut and graduated with a degree in sport management. At my time at UConn I worked in the athletic development office, and I also provided campus tours as a tour guide! I am from Connecticut so I am a die-hard UConn athletics fan, and very excited to work selling tickets for them!

ANNUAL FUND OFFICER

Raymond attended Springfield College where he graduated in 2021 with a BS in Sports Management. Raymond worked for the athletic department at Springfield College and had an internship with the Bismark Larks a summer-collegiate baseball league. Following those roles, Ray landed a position as an Inside Sales representative with the New York Yankees. His favorite teams are UConn, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics & the New York Giants. Raymond enjoys watching all kinds of sports, hanging out with friends, golf, and watching movies.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Kyle graduated from St. John's University with a Master's Degree in Sport Management in December of 2023. His career started in ticket sales when he was the Box Office Manager with the New Britian Bees. With the Bees Kyle oversaw all individual, group, season, suite ticket sales, along with fundraising efforts as well. When he is not working you can find Kyle skiing, golfing, going to the beach, spending time with friends, and visiting each MLB stadium.