Matt Lorraine - Born in New York, NY 1974
Background:
Born and raised in New York City, and a graduate of the University of Virginia. I worked in the trenches of Wall Street for 10 years before looking for a change of lifestyle and greener pastures. This and more has been discovered in the lush state of Florida! Always one to take on new challenges and opportunities, I have dove into ESM looking to help and improve this great organization in any way possible.
Sports of Interests:
Football, basketball, soccer, running, mountain biking, snowboarding and can be found in the gym at least 4 times a week. And if playing guitar is considered a sport, we can add that one to the list.
History of Athletic Background:
I played defensive back in a ROUGH Touch football league up until last year in New York. Early in life, soccer was my main passion, playing right through high school. My love of basketball was hindered due to my diminutive size as a youngster (5'2" until I was 16; now 6'!), but I definitely could be considered a gym rat. My next athletic endeavor is to compete in this coming season's Zephyrhills Beach Volleyball Series.
What I Love about Exclusive Sports Marketing:
What I love about Exclusive Sports Marketing is the combination of 2 great personal passions: sports and business. This past year has been a dream come true, invigorating my personal and professional life. I have always been a team player and this organization takes that to the fullest degree.
Duties:
CEO and Sales Manager To put smiles of satisfaction on the faces of our athletes and sponsorship partners. I am here to facilitate the growth of ESM and its valuable staff and volunteers.
Linda Anne Meyer
Background:
I attended University of Toledo, and have a degree in Marketing, with a Minor in Accounting. My husband (Joe) and I moved down to Florida in 1995, with our two children, Samantha (15) and Alex (9). I started working For Exclusive Sports Marketing as a part-time bookkeeper in April of 99’, and gradually started to get more involved.
Sports of Interests:
Softball, Bowling, Volleyball, Soccer, Pilates, Gymnastics (retired), Football (Fan)
History of Athletic Background:
I competed in gymnastics for the Sunrise Gymnastics Academy and The University of Toledo until my second year of college. I Medaled and placed throughout my career, Highest achievement -Placed 4 th in States in 1983. Qualified for Nationals but Stress-fractured my leg and couldn’t Compete, but I went and was a great cheerleader for my fellow teammates. I lettered in Volleyball at Sylvania Southview High School, I‘ve played softball since 3 rd grade, I lettered in Softball at Sylvania Southview High School, Went to States twice, 1980 came in 3rd, 1981 came in 5th. I still play Coed softball for the Southeast Sluggers here in Boca Raton, Florida. First Place in 2000 and 2002, second in 2001 and 2003, and we are tied for First right now. I am a WIBC and ABC sanctioned bowler, have placed in tournaments and I am going to the National Tournament this March in Reno I trained and just completed my very first ½ marathon, and plan to do more.
What I Love about Exclusive Sports Marketing:
I have always loved sports, and really enjoy the Healthy, Family focused atmosphere at ESM. It has assisted me as I apply these attitudes and disciplines in my own life, both in myself and with my family.
Duties:
Comptroller, Athlete Relations and Registration.
Katty Peraza - Born in Caracas, Venezuela in 1965
Background:
I began my working life as an intern for a Magazine in New Jersey. I had the opportunity to work for all the different departments that created the magazine was particularly interested in the Design and Photography departments. Some how in college I decided to change my major to Computer Electronics at the time it seemed like the way of the future. I spent over 12 years in the computer industry doing everything from fixing PC across the country for an airline to running a network infrastructure for a $100 Million company. Through divine intervention I found my way back to Graphic Design/Photography where I finally have found my calling. I absolutely love what I do and couldn?t see myself doing anything else.
Sports of Interests:
My first love would have to be Softball/Baseball and Tennis! I am a huge Yankee fan... I bleed pinstripes! I also love a mean game of Racquetball or friendly game of tennis.
History of Athletic Background:
* 1982-1983 Tenafly High School, NJ Varsity Softball, Catcher
* 1981-1982 York Prep High School, NYC Varsity Softball, Catcher
* 1981-1982 York Prep High School, NYC Track & Field, Shot Put
* 1979-1981 Forest Hills High School, Queens, NY Softball, Catcher
* Competed in several Skate Board competitions, Slalom and Freestyle events
* Still play Softball in Women?s and Co-Ed leagues in Fort Lauderdale and love the game of Racquetball!
What I Love about Exclusive Sports Marketing:
I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to provide exciting and cutting edge media pieces to our Sponsors and Athletes. I am closely approaching my fourth season here at ESM, and I am as excited as I was the first day. I am amazed all the images I have captured behind the lens and looking forward to what is yet to come.
Duties:
Graphic Designer and Event Photographer.
Troy Forte - January 18, 1982
Background:
I was raised in Rochester, New York. I lived in the suburb of Pittsford until I left for college heading to West Virginia University. There I received my undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and a Minor in Communication Studies. Following graduation in May of 2006, I moved to Florida January 2007.
Sports of Interests:
WVU Mountaineers!! NY Giants, NY Yankees, Action Sports
History of Athletic Background:
After competing in just about every sport as an adolescent I soon found my calling in wrestling. Leaving H.S. I was a three time state place finisher (2x 3rd, 1st), going undefeated my senior year, winning the state championship, and leaving with the most wins in the history of NY wrestling. I took my wrestling career to West Virginia University were I was a member of an EWL Championship Team and an EWL All-Academic Team.
What I Love about Exclusive Sports Marketing:
The end result. There is no better feeling then to see an event take shape. Also, working with ESM and putting on events for the recreational athlete it feels good to know that you are contributing to a healthier America by providing communities throughout Florida an opportunity to be active.
Duties:
Beach Volleyball
