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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-03-24 Support Documentation CSE Regular MeetingPUBLIC NOTICE: Special Meeting of the Commission on Special Events Vail Community Development Large Conference Room Friday, March 24, 2006 from 9:00-9:30 a.m. Reconsideration of Selected 2006 Funding Requests due to Convergence Festival Postponement: Highline Sports and Entertainment: Due to scheduling conflicts with the regular March CSE meeting time, Jeff Brausch has requested this special meeting to present his proposals for Oktoberfest and 14 Days of Vail. BACKGROUND: At the last CSE meeting, the members agreed that all RFP's submitted in October which received an average rating grid score of 33 or higher and in calendar order from the TEVA games forward would be eligible for re-consideration. The Soccer and Lacrosse tournaments have already agreed to contracts and will not be reconsidered. Presenters will be allowed 10 minutes each at the CSE meeting on Tuesday, March 28 to explain how the additional funds, not to exceed the original request, would be used to enhance the event. Event producers for the following events, which match the criteria, are seeking reconsideration of their original request: • TEVA Mountain Games • Vail Farmers' Market • Taste of Vail/Summer • Holidays in Vail • Oktoberfest • 14 Days of Vail (aka: ReviVail) America Days and Gourmet on Gore did match the criteria, but the producers-are not seeking reconsideration at this time. Posted this 21st day of March, 2006 Sybill R. Navas, Coordinator Commission on Special Events Special Meeting of the Commission on SDecial Events Vail Community Development Large Conference Room Friday, March 24, 2006 from 9:00-9:30 a.m. AGENDA: Reconsideration of Selected 2006 Funding Requests due to Convergence Festival Postponement: Highline Sports and Entertainment/Due to scheduling conflicts with the regular March CSE meeting time, Jeff Brausch -has requested this special meeting to present his proposals for Oktoberfest and 14 Days of Vail. BACKGROUND: At the last CSE meeting, the members agreed that all RFP's submitted in October which received an average rating grid score of 33 or higher and in calendar order from the TEVA games forward would be eligible for re-consideration. The Soccer and Lacrosse tournaments have already agreed to contracts and will not be reconsidered. Presenters will be allowed 10 minutes each at the CSE meeting on Tuesday, March 28 to explain how the additional funds, not to exceed the original request, would be used to enhance the event. Event producers for the following events, which match the criteria, are seeking reconsideration of their original request: • TEVA Mountain Games • Vail Farmers' Market • Taste of Vail/Summer • Holidays in Vail • Oktoberfest • 14 Days of Vail (aka: ReviVail) America Days and Gourmet on Gore did match the criteria, but the producers are not seeking reconsideration at this time. VA 10 " a Vail Commission on Special Events 2006 Event Funding Application Applied for by: Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. 12 Vail Rd. Suite 500 Vail, CO 81657 (970) 476-6797 xt.103 www.aohiahline.com 0 VAIL COMMISSION ON SPECIAL EVENTS 2006 EVENT FUNDING APPLICATION Please print or type all information EVENT: Vail Oktoberfest PROPOSED DATE(S): 9/8-10 & 9/15-17, 2006 AMOUNT OF CASH FUNDING REQUESTED: $ 80,000 - • PRODUCING ENTITY: Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. President/executive director's name: Jeff Brausch Name/title of person completing application: Jeff Brausch Address: 12 Vail Rd., Suite 500, Vail, CO 81657 Telephone number: 970/476-6797 xt.103 Fax number: 970/476-6890 Website address: www.gohighline.com E-Mail Address: jeff@gohighline.com Organization's tax status: For Profit X Non-Profit* Not-for-Profit* Non-Profit (501 C-3), or Not for Profit (501 C-6) organizations, please attach current State Department of Revenue Certificate with this application. Tax payer ID#: 84-1331831 • Does the event benefit a charity? Yes_X_ No • If yes, please name the beneficiary: TBD Mission Statement: To foster a culture in which Highline team members are challenged to excel in providing all customers with exceptional service, extensive knowledge and an unwavering commitment to ethical excellence... not only to complete client satisfaction- but beyond all expectations! Number of years your organization has been in business 9 • Brief Description of Event: Traditional Oktoberfest Celebration - A Festival of Beer, Food, Music and Fall in Vail produced to: • Attract additional Vail Visitors from in and out of Colorado. • Entice visits from the regional and Front Range population. • Provide added-value activityfor Vail Valley residents. • Promote incremental Vail spending $$$ (Lodging, Food & Bev, Merchandise, Etc.) Week One: Fri. 9/8 - 6-10PM - Lionshead - Ceremonial Tapping of the First Keg, Food, Live Music, and Dancing. Sat. 9/9 -11AM-10PM- Lionshead - Beer, Food, Live Music, Dancing and Children's Activities. Sun. 9/10 -12-6PM- Lionshead - Oktoberfest Fun Run, Beer, Food, Live Music, Dancing and Children's Activities. Week Two: Fri. 9/15 - 6-10PM- Vail Village - Beer, Food, Live Music, and Dancing Sat. 9/16 -11AM-10PM- Vail Village - Beer, Food, Live Music, Dancing and Children's Activities. Sun. 9/17 -12-6PM- Vail Village - Beer, Food, Live Music, Dancing and Children's Activities. • Describe where the event will be located within the Town of Vail: Lionshead, Vail Village - Gore Creek Drive and Bridge Street • Will any portion of the event take place outside of the Town of Vail? Yes X No If yes, please explain: • Please describe briefly how you will use the funds that you are requesting from the CSE: To cover marketing and operational expenses. Including additional entertainment at the top of Bridge Street for the Vail Village celebration. • Will additional in-kind services be required from the Town of Vail? Yes X No If yes, please explain, including a description of anticipated impacts on Town of Vail services: i.e. bus service, parking, traffic control, street closures, etc.: We will need barricades to control the perimeter of the event venue for the six event days (9/8-10,15-17) as well as police support for crowd control these same six days. • Is this a: New event _ Existing event X 3rd vear for HSE Number of years in existence: 15 Location(s) of event in previous years: Same locations as proposed for 2006. Number of participants (athletes, artists, exhibitors, etc.) anticipated: 200+ runners for the Oktoberfest Fun Run Number of volunteers needed 50 Number of event staff 30 # of spectators/attendees anticipated 40,000 (weather dependant) Local 25% In-state (non-local) 50% Out of State 25% • If possible, would you intend to host the event in Vail beyond 2006? Yes X No If yes, for how many years beyond 2006? As many years as it makes sense financially and to the Town. • Do you anticipate requesting funding from the CSE next year? Yes X No If yes, in what amount? $80.000 REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS (incomplete applications will not be considered): ? Detailed event budget, including all anticipated revenues and expenses. ? Marketing plan and detailed explanation of potential for sponsorships and media exposure. ? Previous year's event evaluation, including income and expense statement (if existing event). ? Past or projected demographics of event attendees and spending. ? Brief description of potential benefits to the Town of Vail, including an estimated # of incremental room nights and increased spending generated. ? What return on investment should the Town of Vail expect? ? Organization rosters naming: ¦ All officers and respective positions ¦ Board of Directors and positions The CSE appreciates the inclusion of any additional support materials, such as videotapes, programs, news articles and other printed materials. PLEASE SUBMIT 15 COPIES OF THE COMPLETED APPLICATION AND REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO: Vail Commission on Special Events C/o Sybill Navas Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Rd. Vail, CO 81657 For information and questions call Sybill Navas at 970 376-2394. Appendix 1 ? Detailed event budget, including all anticipated revenues and expenses. 2006 Event Income Statement (Pro Forma) Revenues: CSE Contribution $80,000 Sponsorship 30,000 F&B & Stein Sales 85,000 Total Revenues 195,000 Expenses: Event Site: Liquor 300 TOV Permit 140 440 F&B, Event Equipment & Rental Expenses: Food & Bev. 25,000 Signage, Kids Activ., Steins, Decorations, Supplies, etc. 20,000 Rental Items (dumpsters, porta potties, etc.) 14,000 Bands, Stages, Sound 45,000 104,000 Manpower & Related Expenses: Labor/Announcers 14,000 Town of Vail Police, Security 18,000 32,000 Public Relations/Marketing/Advertising: Public Relations 0 Advertising/Marketing 15,000 15,000 Administrative: Proposals/Insurance/Supplies/Phone/Postage 12,500 Management Fee 20,000 32,500 Sponsor Relations: Lodging/Entertainment/Gifts/Transportation 500 500 Total Expenses: 184,440 Net Income: (loss) $10,560 Appendix 2 ? Marketing plan and detailed explanation of potential for sponsorships and media exposure. • An extensive, traditional media campaign will be run for the event featuring print, radio and television. The campaign will focus on the following media outlets in the front-range and Vail Valley... WESTWORD, DENVER DAILY NEWS, VAIL DAILY, SUMMIT DAILY, KZYR, KVBA TV8, CH5. An estimated $75,000.00 in media value will delivered by this integrated campaign. • A strong regional PR campaign will key on the Oktoberfest good times. The campaign is expected to generate over $25,000 in equivalent media exposure. • Oktoberfest will once again feature a stand-alone web site offering schedules, news and event pics. • Direct broadcast emails will be sent to the target audience. • Numerous collateral and competitor materials will be posted and disseminated throughout the Colorado target region including 4-color Postcards and Posters. Sponsorships Highline Sports will actively sell sponsorships on the 2006 Vail Oktoberfest to cover the numerous operating and marketing expenses to make the event a financial success. Based upon 2005 results, Highline anticipates sponsorship sales of $30,000 on the third year of the company selling the event. Event Management also anticipates negotiating in kind deals to help liquidate hard costs. Appendix 3 ? Previous year's event evaluation, including income and expense statement (if existing event). Event Strengths: • Strong attendance with approximately 10,000-15,000 more than last 2004. • Frontage Road was parked on Saturday and Sunday for Vail Village celebration. • Well mannered and festive audience. • Music was well received (no rap). • Fun Run was well attended and raised close to $6,000 for the Children's Garden of Learning. • Oktoberfest interactive games went over well. • Unbelievable weather. Event Weaknesses: • Need to revise expo practices in order to develop an equitable model for merchants. • Need entertainment at top of Bridge Street to drive traffic. • Lionshead venue was challenging and tight. • Sunday event hours too long. • Music cut off too early each night. 2005 Event Income Statement (As of 9/26/2005) Revenues: CSE Contribution $65,000 Sponsorship 21,500 F&B & Stein Sales 89,800 Total Revenues 176,300 Expenses: Event Site: Liquor 300 TOV Permit 140 440 Event Equipment & Rental Expenses: Food & Bev. 31,630 Signage, Kids Activ., Steins, Decorations, Supplies, etc. 32,700 Rental Items (dumpsters, porta potties, etc.) 13,800 Bands, Stages, Sound 34,000 112,130 Manpower & Related Expenses: Labor/Announcers 14,234 Town of Vail Police, Security 18,000 32,234 Public Relations/Marketing/Advertising: Public Relations 0 Advertising/Marketing 14,700 14,700 Administrative: Proposals/Insurance/Supplies/Phone/Postage 12,500 Management Fee 20,000 32,500 Sponsor Relations: Lodging/Entertainment/Gifts/Transportation 650 650 Total Expenses: 192,654 Net Income: (loss) ($16,354) Appendix 4 ? Past (see survey results above) or projected demographics of event attendees and spending. 2006 Projected Demographics & Event Goals Oktoberfest will look to capture a wide range of customers to include young singles (21+) as well as couples and those married with children. We anticipate the Average age will be 40-45 with avg. HHI at $90,000+. • Attract additional Vail Visitors from in and out of Colorado. • Entice visits from the regional and Front Range population. • Provide added-value activity for Vail Valley residents. • Promote incremental Vail spending $$$ (Lodging, Food & Bev, Merchandise, Etc.) Appendix 5 ? Brief description of potential benefits to the Town of Vail, including an estimated # of incremental room nights and increased spending generated. Estimated Incremental Room Nights and Revenue Generated by Vail Oktoberfest The numbers below are estimates for the 2006 Vail Oktoberfest event. Incremental Room Nights Estimated attendance: 40,000 Those staying in Town of Vail lodging: 25% Average nights stay in Vail: 2 Total Incremental Room Nights: 20,000 Incremental Spending Estimated attendance per day: 6,600 Average amount spent per day: $93 Event days: 6 Subtotal spent on F&B, shopping & activities: $3,682,800 Average lodging price per person per night: $99 Incremental room nights: 20,000 Subtotal spent on lodging: $1,980,000 Number of days in Vail not for event: 1.0 Number of people staying addtl. days: 5,000 Average amount spent per day: $93 Subtotal spent on non-event days: $465,000 Total Incremental Spending: $6,127,800- Appendix 6 ? What return on investment should the Town of Vail expect? 2006 Town of Vail Return on Investment Town of Vail Investment $80,000 Total Value of Media, Public Relations and Event Related Impressions for a top-tier Presenting Sponsor (such as the Town of Vail) This number is based on the projected PR and marketing for this event and estimates from this event last year and other similar events. $100,000 Return on Investment through Media, PR and Event Related Impressions alone: 25% Est. Incremental Room Nights Generated 20,000 Incremental Spending Generated $6,127,800 Tax Receipts (4.5%, Lodging-7.4%) $333,171 Return on Investment through Incremental Spending in the Town of Vail: 316% Appendix 7 ? Organization rosters naming: ¦ All officers and respective positions ¦ Board of Directors and positions Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. Roster Principals/Board of Directors: • Jeff Brausch, President/CEO • James Deighan, Vice President Employees: • Dave O'Connell, Event Director • Peggy Wolfe, Event Director • Bryan Rooney, Event Director • Mark Santini, Account Executive • Amy Hornyak, Sponsorship Manager • Kelli Brausch, Controller/CPA ReviVail Season Kick-Off Festival Vail Commission on Special Events 2006 Event Funding Application Applied for by: Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. 12 Vail Rd. Suite 500 Vail, CO 81657 (970) 476-6797 www.iiohitzhline.com VAIL COMMISSION ON SPECIAL EVENTS 2006 EVENT FUNDING APPLICATION Please print or type all information EVENT: ReviVail PROPOSED DATE(S): November 22 - December 10, 2006 AMOUNT OF CASH FUNDING REQUESTED: $ 50,000 • PRODUCING ENTITY: Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. President/executive director's name: Jeff Brausch Name/title of person completing application: Jeff Brausch Address: 12 Vail Rd., Suite 500, Vail, CO 81657 Telephone number: 970/476-6797 xt.103 Fax number: 970/476-6890 Website address: www.gohighline.com E-Mail Address: jeff@gohighline.com Organization's tax status: For Profit X Non-Profit* Not-for-Profit* Non-Profit (501 C-3), or Not for Profit (501 C-6) organizations, please attach current State Department of Revenue Certificate with this application. Tax payer ID#: 84-1331831 • Does the event benefit a charity? Yes_X_ No • If yes, please name the beneficiary: TBD Mission Statement: To foster a culture in which Highline team members are challenged to excel in providing all customers with exceptional service, extensive knowledge and an unwavering commitment to ethical excellence... not only to complete client satisfaction- but beyond all expectations! Number of years your organization has been in business _ 9 • Brief Description of Event: Vail and Beaver Creek's season opening bash which will become the Vail Valley's kick off to the ski season. Three weeks of on and off-snow events, concerts, street parties and special events. • Describe where the event will be located within the Town of Vail: Vail Village (Gore Creek Drive, Checkpoint Charlie, all bars/restaurants, Golden Peak), East Vail, on mountain and potentially in Lionshead (depending on event and construction). • Will any portion of the event take place outside of the Town of Vail? _X-Yes No If yes, please explain: Portions of the event will take place on Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek. • Please describe briefly how you will use the funds that you are requesting from the CSE: To cover marketing expenses and operational expenses. • Will additional in-kind services be required from the Town of Vail? Yes X No If yes, please explain, including a description of anticipated impacts on Town of Vail services: i.e. bus service, parking, traffic control, street closures, etc.: We will need barricades to control the perimeter of the beer gardens on the concert nights as well as police support for crowd control these same concerts. • Is this a: New event _X_ Existing event Number of years in existence: Location(s) of event in previous years: Number of participants (athletes, artists, exhibitors, etc.) anticipated: 1,000 Number of volunteers needed 25 Number of event staff 60 # of spectators/event attendees anticipated: 40,000 Local 25% In-state (non-local) 30% Out of State 45% • If possible, would you intend to host the event in Vail beyond 2006? Yes X No If yes, for how many years beyond 2006? As many as years as it makes sense financially and to the TOV and Vail Resorts. • Do you anticipate requesting funding from the CSE next year? Yes X No If yes, in what amount? $60.000 REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS (incomplete applications will not be considered): ? Detailed event budget, including all anticipated revenues and expenses. ? Marketing plan and detailed explanation of potential for sponsorships and media exposure. ? Previous year's event evaluation, including income and expense statement (if existing event). ? Past or projected demographics of event attendees and spending. ? Brief description of potential benefits to the Town of Vail, including an estimated # of incremental room nights and increased spending generated. ? What return on investment should the Town of Vail expect? ? Organization rosters naming: ¦ All officers and respective positions ¦ Board of Directors and positions The CSE appreciates the inclusion of any additional support materials, such as videotapes, programs, news articles and other printed materials. PLEASE SUBMIT 15 COPIES OF THE COMPLETED APPLICATION AND REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO: Vail Commission on Special Events C/o Sybill Navas Town of Vail 75 S. Frontage Rd. Vail, CO 81657 For information and questions call Sybill Navas at 970 376-2394. Event Description EVENT DATES & VENUE LOCATIONS: • November 22 -December 11, 2006 • Vail Village, Golden Peak, Vail Mountain, Lionshead and East Vail. GOALS & OBJECTIVES: • Target a youth-minded, adventure seeking audience. • Attract additional Vail Visitors for the first few weeks of the season from in and out of Colorado. • Entice return destination visits with earlier winter bookings via value packages to include lift tickets, lodging, and credentials. • Differentiate Vail Mountain and the Town of Vail after the Thanksgiving time period. • Attract incremental Vail spending $$$ (Lodging, Food & Bev, Merchandise, Lift Tickets, Rentals, Etc.) TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Week One November 22 - Wednesday November 23 - Thursday November 24 - Friday November 25 - Saturday November 26 - Sunday Week Two November 27 - Monday November 28 - Tuesday November 29 - Wednesday November 30 - Thursday December 1 - Friday December 2 - Saturday December 3 - Sunday ReviVail Kick Off - Vail Village Thanksgiving Flag Football Tournament - East Vail Concert - Vail Village Ultimate Endurance Race & Relay - Vail Headliner Concert and Street Party - Vail Village VIP/Celebrity Party - In-Bar Vail Village Mile High (& '/z) & Music- Vail Village In-Bar Parties - Vail Village Visa Birds of Prey - Beaver Creek Visa Birds of Prey - Beaver Creek Streetbeat - Vail Village Visa Birds of Prey - Beaver Creek Vail Birds of Prey - Beaver Creek Concert - Beaver Creek Visa Birds of Prey - Beaver Creek Headliner Concert - Beaver Creek VIP/Celebrity Party - Beaver Creek Mile High (& ''/2) & Music - Vail Village Week Three December 5 - Tuesday In-Bar Parties and Music - Vail Village December 7 - Thursday In-Bar Parties and Music - Vail Village December 8 - Friday Concert and Street Party - Vail Village December 9 - Saturday Beaver Creek Snowshoe Adventure Series - Beaver Creek Headliner Concert and Street Party - Vail Village VIP/Celebrity Party - In-Bar Vail Village December 10 - Sunday Mile High (& ``/2) & Music- Vail Village Appendix 1 ? Detailed event budget, including all anticipated revenues and expenses. 2006 ReviVail Projected Budget Revenues: Estimated CSE Contribution $50,000 Ticket Sales 25,000 Sponsorships 245,000 F&B Sales 60,000 Entry Fees 2,000 Total Projected Revenues 382,000 Expenses: Event Site: Licenses & Permits 540 540 Event Equipment & Rental Expenses: Signage & Decorations 10,000 Rental Items (dumpsters, porta potties, barricades, etc.) 20,000 Bands, Sound, Support, etc. 180,000 Purse & Course Items 10,000 Misc. Event Needs (credentials, t-shirts, travel, misc.) 12,500 232,500 Manpower & Related Expenses: Labor/Announcers 35,000 Town of Vail Police, Security 15,000 50,000 Public Relations/Marketing/Advertising: Public Relations 15,000 Advertising/Marketing 40,000 55,000 Administrative: Proposals/Insurance/Supplies/Phone/Postage 15,000 Management Fee 20,000 35,000 Sponsor Relations: Lodging/Entertainment/Gifts/Transportation 7,500 7,500 Total Projected Expenses: 380,540 Net Income $1,460 (loss): Appendix 2 ? Marketing plan and detailed explanation of potential for sponsorships and media exposure. • An extensive, traditional media campaign will be run for the event featuring print (newspaper and magazine), radio and television. The campaign will focus on the following media outlets... DENVER POST, ROCKY MTN. NEWS, WESTWORD, ROCKY MTN. SPORTS, ASPEN DAILY TIMES, GLENWOOD POST, VAIL DAILY, SUMMIT DAILY, WINTER PARK, DAILY TRIBUNE, STEAMBOAT PILOT/TODAY, TELLURIDE TIMES, KBCO, KBPI, KRFX, KFMU, KSNO, KSPN, KZYR, KVBA TV8, CH5. Over $125,000.00 in media value is expected to be delivered by this integrated campaign. • A strong national, regional and local PR blitz will key for the inaugural ReviVail event. The campaign is expected to generate over $100,000 in equivalent media value. • ReviVail will push the new media envelope with Internet sites running against the event. Besides stand-alone sites, the event will also receive a great deal of play on Vail Resort's web site www.snow.com. • Direct broadcast emails and standard mailings will be sent to many lists targeting our audience, including Vail Resort's lists and Highline Sports' lists. • Numerous collateral and competitor materials will be disseminated throughout the region. Including rack cards, postcards and posters. Sponsorships Highline Sports always has and always will continue to sell sponsorships on its properties to help cover the numerous operating and marketing expenses to make the events successful. Highline has received early commitment of financing from Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek Mountain and expects to receive funding from the Beaver Creek Resort Company. Appendix 3 ? Previous year's event evaluation, including income and expense statement (if existing event). Not an existing Event. Appendix 4 ? Past or projected demographics of event attendees and spending. 2006 Projected Demographics ReviVail's audience is expected to attract the older and typical of the much sought after high- end, high-consuming Vail audience, along with a younger demographic for weekend events. The event is created to capture a wide range of customers to include young singles (21+) as well as couples and families. We anticipate the Average age will be 40 with HHI at $100,000++. This is trulv the earlv season version of Suring Back to Vail. Appendix 5 ? Brief description of potential benefits to the Town of Vail, including an estimated # of incremental room nights and increased spending generated. Estimated Incremental Room Nights and Revenue Generated by ReviVail The numbers below are estimates for the 2006 ReviVail event. 2006 Estimated Incremental Spending Incremental Room Nights Estimated attendance: 40,000 Those who came just for the event: 35% Those staying in Town of Vail lodging: 50% Average nights stay in Vail: 3.50 Total Incremental Room Nights: 24,500 Incremental Spending Estimated attendance per day: 2,100 Average amount spent: $225 Event Days: 19 Total Incremental Spending: $8,977,500 Average lodging price per person per night: $102 Incremental room nights: 24,500 Subtotal spent on lodging: $2,499,000 Number of days in Vail not for event: 1.0 Number of people staying additional days: 8,000 Average amount spent per day: $225 Subtotal spent on non-event days: $1,800,000 Total Estimated Incremental Spending: $13,276,500 Appendix 6 ? What return on investment should the Town of Vail expect? 2006 Town of Vail Return on Investment Town of Vail Investment Total Value of Media, Public Relations and Event Related Impressions for a top-tier Presenting Sponsor (such as the Town of Vail) (measured by Event Industry-accepted means). This number is based on the projected PR and marketing for this event and estimates from this event last year and other similar events. Return on Investment through Media, PR and Event Related Impressions alone: Est. Incremental Room Nights Generated Incremental Spending Generated Tax Receipts (4.5%, Lodging-7.4%) Return on Investment through Incremental Spending in the Town of Vail: $50,000 $225,000 350% 24,500 $13,276,500 $669,913.50 1,240% . Appendix 7 ? Organization rosters naming: ¦ All officers and respective positions ¦ Board of Directors and positions Highline Sports & Entertainment, Inc. Roster Principals/Board of Directors: • Jeff Brausch, President/CEO • James Deighan, Vice President Employees: • Dave O'Connell, Director of Operations • Peggy Wolfe, Event Director • Bryan Rooney, Event Director • Amy Hornyak, Sponsorship Manager • Mark Santini, Account Manager • Kelli Brausch, Controller/CPA