Staff Updates – June 2021

FOND FAREWELL

Kristin Craven, Special Events & Marketing Manager

Kristin Craven’s last day with SOPA was on July 1, 2021. She resigned for a new position outside the organization.

Kristin, who was a creative and talented manager, worked with SOPA for six years. During that time, she helped to manage many events and campaigns such as the Philadelphia Polar Plunge, the Leprechaun Run, the TD Bank Campaign, and more.

In addition, she managed our SOPA Gear Store and helped the Philadelphia program with its marketing and communications efforts.

Kristin will definitely be missed and we wish her well.

Teresa Amaturo, Central Competition Director

It saddens us to share that Teresa Amaturo will also be leaving SOPA. Her last day will be Saturday, June 19th.  

We are very appreciative for all of the hard work that Teresa has done for us over the last 3 years. She played an integral role in developing Indoor Winter Games in York, helped to lay the groundwork for our Virtual Summer Games, and advanced our SO College initiative by increasing our number of current colleges and universities to 17.

In addition, Teresa has built strong relationships with the Central Games Organizing Committees.

We wish Teresa the best of success in all of her future endeavors.

STAFF PROMOTIONS & TITLE CHANGES

Chelsea Hammell – VP, Mission Integration

Chelsea will take on responsibilities in several new areas and also lead the development of an organization-wide wellness strategy to “move the needle” in regard to improving the overall health of our athletes. She will continue to oversee our Athlete Leadership, Young Athletes, VSys, and Healthy Communities work and will add responsibilities for Volunteer Services and Volunteer Certifications.  

Gina Reid – VP, Regional Growth

With her unique blend of leadership skills, passion for our mission, and drive and determination, Gina will serve as VP of Regional Growth. In this critical role, she will work with our Field Team and local Programs to help stand up our new regions and oversee our regional staff teams.  

Trang Nguyen, Senior Staff Accountant

To more accurately reflect her role and responsibilities, Trang’s title was changed to Senior Staff Accountant.

Please join us in congratulating Chelsea, Gina and Trang for their many amazing contributions and new roles within the organization!

OPEN POSITIONS

If you or someone you know is interested in joining the SOPA team, please pass the word along about our open positions under employment opportunities.