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Your Leadership Team

Geoff VanDeusen

CEO

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Geoff VanDeusen

CEO

Our fearless leader Geoff VanDeusen first joined the National Office Staff in 2011. Before becoming CEO, he was the Director of Operations and Events for the association, in addition to coaching teams at the youth, high school, and college levels. In addition to building and leading a team, Geoff finds joy in scuba diving and spending time with three kids.

Angie Eliason

COO

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Angie Eliason

COO

An experienced veteran of event management, Angie Eliason joined the National Office Staff in 2021. With experience in nonprofit organizations, events, and athletic administration, she is the perfect fit as our Chief Operating Officer.

Rob Herringer

Director of Coaching Education

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Rob Herringer

Director of Coaching Education

Rob joined the United Soccer Coaches National Office as our Director of Coaching Education in September 2023. A member of the association since 2000, Rob holds the United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma and United Soccer Coaches Master Coach Diploma/University of Delaware Master Coach Certificate. When he's not in the office, Rob enjoys spending time with his wife Cymbre and his son Connor.

Allison Pronske

Director of Membership Services

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Allison Pronske

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP SERVICEs

A National Office Staff Member since 1999, Allison has gone through the United Soccer Coaches ranks from an intern to a manager and then to a director. The 2023 Convention will be her 22nd in-person Convention in at least 8 different cities. Allison and her family are avid KU fans, despite going to mascot tryouts and finding out she was too tall to be Baby Jay and too short to be Big Jay.

Dave Simeone

Director of Education Programs

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Dave Simeone

Director of Education Programs

While he was named Director of Education Programs in 2022, Dave Simeone has been a United Soccer Coaches Instructor since 1990. As a longtime coach, Dave was part of the 1994 FIFA Men's World Cup as a US Soccer Technical Study, the 2002 US U19 Women's National Team Staff, and the 1999 US Women's National Team Staff, making him a part of two World Cup Champion Teams.

Aaron Weatherford

Director of Technology

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Aaron Weatherford

Website and Database Manager

From database management to telling us to "unmute" before we talk on meetings, Aaron is our main man when it comes to technology. Among his successful database migrations and tech upgrades, Aaron is the 2015 Office Chili Cook-Off Runner-Up and 2020 Holiday Party Scavenger Hunt Winner. When he's not online, he enjoys spending time with his wife, children, and dogs.

Your Team

Sarah Wilbur

Membership Services Manager

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Sarah Wilbur

Membership Services Manager

Sarah joined the National Office in September of 2022 and has since been a major help in our Membership Department. From answering member chats and calls to managing our 30 Under 30 Program, Sarah exemplifies professionality and kindness in all her daily tasks. As a former Junior Varsity Coach, Sarah brings her own coaching experience to her current role with the association.

Steve Veal

Awards Manager

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Steve Veal

Awards Manager

In joining the National Office Staff in 1993, Steve was the third full-time employee (Program Director at the time) and has worked under all four Executive Directors/CEOs. Steve is a proud son of a Pearl Harbor survivor and a Kansas City native who supports Sporting Kansas City and the KC Current. He looks forward to convention every year to see the Awards Program come alive.

Toby Truog

Head of Partnerships

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Toby Truog

Head of Partnerships

Toby Truog joined the National Office Staff in 2016 and has been crucial in connecting United Soccer Coaches Members with the best in the soccer business through partnerships and sponsorships. A diehard Norwich Canaries and Sporting KC fan, Toby had the honor of having the 2013 MLS Cup on the altar at his wedding.

Michael Kodama

Coaches Community Relations Manager

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Michael Kodama

Coaches Community Relations Manager

One of our newest National Office Staff members, Michael joined us in July of 2022. Originally living in LA, Michael is getting used to life in Kansas City with his wife Cristina. Dedicated to helping people in the game of soccer, he works closely with our Coaches Communities to have coaches of all backgrounds be heard.

Erika Dyer

Events Manager

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Erika Dyer

Events Manager

Since starting as an intern in 2014, Erika is now our full-time Events Manager. As a key player in the annual United Soccer Coaches Convention, one of her favorite aspects of the job is coming together as a staff to put on such an amazing event for our Members. When away from the office, Erika enjoys spending time with her pup Conrad.

Cassidy Weiss

Youth Programs Manager

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Cassidy Weiss

Youth Programs Manager

A friendly face in the youth soccer space, Cassidy joined the National Office Staff in 2022 as the Youth Programs Manager. Originally working in Miami, Cassidy jumped in her car with her canine son Jax and drove up to Kansas City to join us at the National Office! As an association member, Cassidy holds multiple United Soccer Coaches Diplomas.

Pat Madden

College Programs Coordinator

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Pat Madden

College Programs Coordinator

An integral part of the United Soccer Coaches Awards and Rankings Program, Pat Madden has been a United Soccer Coaches employee since 2005. Pat is a Kansas City native and a walking sports almanac that has worked under all four Executive Directors/CEOs of the association. He finds the relationships he makes with members from all corners of the US one of his favorite work perks!

Nicole Craft

Graphic Designer

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Nicole Craft

Graphic Designer

As a part-time Graphic Designer, Nicole has been a huge help in crafting digital designs to make the association stand out. A graduate of Truman State University, Nicole has an avid interest in motion graphics.

Dylan Kintner

Marketing Software Specialist

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Dylan Kintner

Marketing Software Specialist

Joining the National Office staff in the spring of 2023, Dylan has taken the wheel on implementing and maintaining software and platform updates for the association, including overseeing the association's online learning hub, The Training Ground.

Sara Mason

Development Officer

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Sara Mason

Development Officer

What started as a part-time role in 2019 for Sara, has blossomed into a full-time passion with United Soccer Coaches. As a seasoned professional and hard worker, she won a Game Ball at her second United Soccer Coaches Convention. As a person who loves connecting with new people and building relationships, Sara has found success in her position with the United Soccer Coaches Foundation.

Lisa Morel

Integrated Production Specialist

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Lisa Morel

Integrated Production Specialist

Prior to joining the United Soccer Coaches team in September 2023, Lisa worked as a freelance visual storyteller overseeing creative strategy and direction for digital content in the music and commercial industry. New to living in Kansas City, Lisa is excited to see what the Midwest has to offer. Outside of working girl life, Lisa likes to write poetry and craft ceramics.

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