Awards

TEAM Training Awards

TEAM Coalition recognizes sports teams, universities, venues, concessionaires, and individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management. Sports teams, universities, venues and concessionaire winners are selected based on the number of staff certified in effective alcohol management. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program.

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  • Concessionaires

2021 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2020 and September 30, 2021.

More than 500 Employees Certified

Connie Stergeos, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (649)
Sarah Kane, Aramark, Empower Field at Mile High (583)
Nicole Goddard, Aramark, Coors Field (583)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (505)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Kelle Bailey, Legends, Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood (451)
Todd Coyle, Sodexo, West Virginia University (364)
April Van Becelaere, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (363)
Nicolette Badoyan, Legends, SoFi Stadium (282)
Owen Kennett, Madison Square Garden (271)
Rachel Caskey Coffin, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (267)

2021 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2021, the Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2021 alone, certified 250 or more operations staff. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2021, certified more than 150 operations staff.

Championship Performance

Team/School/Venue
Employees Certified
Cincinnati Reds 341
Madison Square Garden 533
MetLife Stadium 336

Excellent Performer

Team/School/Venue
Employees Certified
Boston Red Sox 213
Chicago White Sox 153
Indiana University 153
Texas Rangers 158
University of Washington 177

2021 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2021 fiscal year, concessionaire companies posted strong numbers for TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2021.

Concessionaire:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheaters 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 200

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2021.

Concessionaire:
MLB or NFL Facilities 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheaters 150
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100

Championship Performance

Company
Facility
Employees Certified
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium/Kauffman Stadium 512
Aramark Citi Field 622
Aramark Coors Field 1,080
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium 771
Aramark M&T Bank Stadium 534
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium 845
Aramark Red Rocks Amphitheatre 435
Aramark University of Iowa Athletics 261
Aramark Virginia Tech Athletics 264
Delaware North MetLife Stadium 668
Legends Ameris Bank Amphitheatre 370
Legends BB&T Pavilion 284
Legends Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek 344
Legends Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis 306
Legends Jiffy Lube Live 357
Legends PNC Music Pavilion 250
Legends Raymond James Stadium 772
Legends Ruoff Music Center 371
Legends SoFi Stadium 897
Legends Xfinity Theatre 281
Sodexo Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium 494

 

Excellent Performers
Company
Facility
Employees Certified
Aramark Empower Field at Mile High 320
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose 192
Aramark U.S. Bank Stadium 474
Aramark Victory Field 169
Aramark University of South Carolina 231
Delaware North Amalie Arena 195
Gourmet Dining Rutgers University 150
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion 234
Legends Blossom Music Center 237
Legends Darien Lake Amphitheater 186
Legends Mid Florida Credit Union Amphitheatre 173
Legends North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 225
Legends PNC Bank Arts Center 231
Legends Saratoga Performing Arts Center 189
Legends Shoreline Amphitheatre 157
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre 186
Proof of the Pudding Mississippi State University 180
Sodexo University of Texas, Austin 166

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2020 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2019 and September 30, 2020.

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Brigitta Hart, New England Patriots, Gillette Stadium (380)
Aaron Quarterman, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (314)
Connie Stergeos, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (314)
Victoria McAlister, Legends, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (310)
Hanna Kostenbader, Aramark, Empower Field at Mile High (282)
Roanna Valdellon, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (268)
Victor Ellison, Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (267)
Amy Huckenpahler, Aramark, Coors Field (266)
Patrick Tetrick, Stadium Management Company, Empower Field at Mile High (266)

2020 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2020, The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2020 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2020, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
Canucks Sports & Entertainment at Rogers Arena NHL
Cleveland Browns NFL
Chicago White Sox (At Your Service) MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium Company at MetLife Stadium NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Oakland Athletics MLB
Radio City Music Hall
S.A.F.E. Management at Mercedes-Benz Stadium NFL
Stadium Management Company at Empower Field at Mile High NFL
Championship Performance
The Chicago Theatre
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
Kansas City Royals MLB
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bull Arena MLS
Excellent Performer
City of Troy – Hobart Arena
Embassy Theatre
Orlando City FC MLS
Golden State Warriors NBA
Sacramento Kings NBA
Titan Global Enterprises – Sanford Stadium NCAA
University of Florida NCAA

2020 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2020 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2020.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2019.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Excellent Performers
Aramark Clover Park
Aramark Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Gourmet Dining SHI Stadium – Rutgers University
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion
Legends iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Legends Golden 1 Center
Spectra Greensboro Coliseum
Spectra Iowa Events Center

  • Trainers
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  • Concessionaires

2019 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2018 and September 30, 2019.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Alexa Anderson, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,273)
April Vanbecelaere, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (1,173)
Kimberly Major, Aramark, Empower Stadium at Mile High (1025)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (998)
Kelle Bailey, Legends, Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood (963)
Leilani Borrero, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (860)
Kyan Wolfe, Delaware North Sportservice, TIAA Bank Field (853)
Shanei DeBerry, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (846)
Terrie Hoppe, Legends, Glen Helen Amphitheater (791)
Sadaf Usmani, Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (786)
Anne Wheat,  Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (742)
Victor Ellison, The Madison Square Garden Company, Madison Square Garden (724)
Carolyn Reyes, Delaware North Sportserviec, Amalie Arena (704)
Kristina West, Legends, Nissan Stadium (697)
Ady Guacamaya, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (652)
Sarah Buchite, Legends, North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre (630)
Aaron Schmitt, S.A.F.E Management, Mercedez-Benz Stadium (560)
Jeremy Dubois, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (559)
Nichole Connor, Legends, Banc of California Stadium (545)
Ashley Conant, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (543)
Kelly Bock, Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (541)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (524)
Katie Proell-London, Aramark, U.S. Bank Stadium (516)
Megan Kievit, Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (504)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Todd Coyle, Sodexo, West Virginia University (487)
Katie Greenback, Sodexo, University of Texas Austin (464)
Benjamin Rossini, Aramark, SAP Center at San Jose (455)
Heather Delbridge, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (446)
Martha Geherin, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (441)
Hanna Kostenbader, Aramark, Empower Field at Mile High (441)
Victor Knott, Legends, PNC Music Pavilion (435)
Helzy Diaz, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (432)
Christine Rogers, Delaware North Sportservice, Miller Park (419)
Jordan Wehrenberg, Aramark, U.S. Bank Stadium (414)
Michael Santa, Indiana University Event Staffing, Indiana University (411)
Melanie Torres, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (411)
Paige Henry, Aramark, Empower Field at Mile High (389)
Katrina Dudley, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park  (387)
Rhea Jones, Legends, Mid Florida Credit Union Amphitheatre (376)
Alexandra Kuestersteffen, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (372)
Mary Mcknabb, Universal Education Supporters, Bishop Machebeuf High School (369)
Stanley Mccanna,  Legends, Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (363)
Connie Stergeos, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (361)
Nicolette Badoyan, Legends, LA Memorial Coliseum (360)
Codi Mcintyre, S.A.F.E. Management, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (355)
Alicia Fris, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (354)
Alexandra Stasko, Sodexo, University of Texas Austin (354)
Josh Melzer, Delaware North Sportservice, TIAA Bank Field (346)
Aaron Quarterman, Legends, Raymond James Stadium (346)
Pamela Albert, The Madison Square Garden Company, Radio City Music Hall (345)
Lynnette Kondra, Aramark, Oakland Coliseum (344)
Michael Tauchen, Aramark, University of Tennessee (337)
Shawn Riley, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (333)
Christopher Dupee, Legends, Alpine Valley Music Theatre (326)
David Ortiz, Legends, LA Memorial Coliseum (319)
Elise Aronson, Legends, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek (313)
Victoria Mcalister, Legends, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (311)
Austin Young, Arizona Diamondbacks, Chase Field (307)
Marc Zuckert,  Levy Restaurants, Guaranteed Rate Field (302)
Michael Wernet, Staff Pro, Tacoma Dome (300)
Jennifer Kribs, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (291)
Michael Rakitan, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (288)
Eric Reynolds, The Madison Square Garden Company, Radio City Music Hall (276)
Robert Deanda, Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium (272)
Danielle Paige,  Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (271)
Kandi Lavoie, SAVOR, VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena (270)
Jerry Adams,  Legends, Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center (269)
Kim Buckerfield, Legends, Blossom Music Center (269)
Lisa Gerritse, Aramark, St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview (269)
Amy Huckenpahler, Aramark, Coors Field (269)
Jessica Hackley, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (268)
Jonalee Jones, Canucks Sports & Entertainment, Rogers Arena (268)
Nicole Vandenberg, Canucks Sports & Entertainment, Rogers Arena (268)
Brian Mcgonegal,  Aramark, Capital One Arena (266)

2019 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2019, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2019 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2019, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
Arizona Diamondbacks MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Buffalo Sabres NHL
Canucks Sports & Entertainment at Rogers Arena NHL
Chicago Cubs MLB
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Browns NFL
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium Company at MetLife Stadium NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Oakland Athletics MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
Radio City Music Hall
S.A.F.E. Management at Mercedes-Benz Stadium NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Seattle Mariners
Texas Rangers MLB
Washington Nationals MLB
Championship Performance
Indiana University  NCAA
Jacksonville Jaguars NFL
Kansas City Chiefs NFL
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bull Arena MLS
Excellent Performers
Baltimore Ravens NFL
The Chicago Theatre
Johnson & Wales University NCAA
Kansas City Royals MLB
Oakland Raiders NFL
Penn State University NCAA

2019 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2019 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2018.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2019.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Championship Performance
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Aramark Empower Stadium at Mile High
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Aramark Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose
Aramark U.S. Bank Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Delaware North Sportservice TIAA Bank Field
Legends Ameris Bank Amphitheater
Legends Glen Helen Amphitheater
Legends Nissan Stadium
Legends North Island Credit Union Amphitheater
Sodexo Mountaineer Field @ Milan Puskar Stadium
Excellent Performers
Aramark Capital One Arena
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark M&T Bank Stadium
Aramark Soldier Field
Aramark St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Aramark TCF Bank Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Delaware North Sportservice SunTrust Park
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion
Legends Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Legends Banc of California Stadium
Legends BB&T Pavilion
Legends Blossom Music Center
Legends Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood
Legends Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Legends Jiffy Lube Live
Legends LA Memorial Coliseum
Legends MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Legends PNC Music Pavilion
Legends Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
Legends Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre
Legends Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheatre
SAVOR VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Sodexo University of Texas Austin
Spectra Greensboro Coliseum
Spectra Iowa Events Center

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  • Concessionaires

2018 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2017 and September 30, 2018.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Jessica Hackley, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (1,988)
Codi McIntyre, S.A.F.E. Management, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (1,026)
Jason Stevens, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (1,001)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (997)
Ashley Conant, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (932)
Heather Delbridge, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (913)
Lonnie Allen, S.A.F.E. Management, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (847)
Terrie Hoppe, Legends, Glen Helen Amphitheater (797)
Shaun Higgins, Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park (706)
Khadijah Watson, Aramark, Kauffman Stadium (679)
Jonathan Silva, Legends, Nissan Stadium (673)
Jenna Massaro, Seattle Mariners, Safeco Field (666)
Dawn Lloyd, Legends, Verizon Amphitheater (630)
Krista Lambrecht, Aramark, Coors Field (622)
Alexa Anderson, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (594)
Elise Aronson, Legends, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek (593)
Katie Abbott, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (576)
Nicole Vandenberg, Canucks Sports & Entertainment, Rogers Arena (563)
Kelle Bailey, Legends, Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood (549)
Aaron Schmitt, S.A.F.E. Management, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (544)
Deanna Mierzwa, Sodexo, University of Texas Austin (540)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (529)
Kim Buckerfield, Legends, Blossom Music Center (523)
Michael Jordan, Legends, Jiffy Lube Live (520)
Shawn Riley, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (520)
Jennifer Summers, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (507)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Kailea Lalka, Delaware North Sportservice, New Era Field (498)
Michael Liedl, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (489)
Todd Coyle, Sodexo, West Virginia University (487)
Jerry Adams, Legends, Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center (458)
Rebecca Spalding, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (458)
Zach Rutkowski, Buffalo Bills, New Era Field (455)
Jonalee Jones, Canucks Sports & Entertainment, Rogers Arena (451)
Teresa Moscati, Legends, Nissan Stadium (450)
Carolyn Reyes, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (445)
Victor Ellison, The Madison Square Garden Company, Madison Square Garden (441)
Caitlin Brigham, Buffalo Bills, New Era Field (433)
Sansophia Blackwood, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (415)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, Guaranteed Rate Field (409)
John Bowen, At Your Service, Guaranteed Rate Field (400)
Jennah Wiggins, AEG, STAPLES Center (397)
Sabrina Wynter, AEG, STAPLES Center (397)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (394)
Kevin Murphy, Legends, Blosson Music Center (393)
David Palmer, Legends, Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (393)
Jennifer Kribs, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (377)
Tracy Smiljanic, Legends, Toyota Amphitheatre (373)
Alex Janowiak, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (370)
Christopher Behr, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (364)
Sadaf Usmani, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (363)
Katrina Degroot, Legends, Alpine Valley Music Theatre (362)
Danielle Kuenzler, Aramark, Coors Field (358)
Camille Crichlow, Delaware North Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (356)
Ashley Kerans, Legends, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (356)
Tristan Elmore, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (355)
Rhea Jones, Legends, MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre (337)|
Brian McGonegal, Aramark, Capital One Arena (336)
Shona Potrzuski, Legends, BB&T Pavilion (334)
Jeannine Babcock, Legends, Darien Lake Amphitheater (332)
Martin Bethea, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (330)
Kylie Ollarzabal, Legends, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis
Chase Vogel, Cincinnati Reds, Great American Ball Park (322)
Brittany Fernau, Legends, Ak-Chin Pavilion (314)
Marie Eslick, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (311)
Alexandra Kuestersteffen, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (304)
Raymond Farries, Levy Restaurants, Guaranteed Rate Field (300)
Shanei DeBerry, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (294)
Meredith Kasabian, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (294)
Kimberly Major, Aramark, Coors Field (289)
Kandi Lavoie, SAVOR, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena (285)
Nolan Grenig, Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park (284)
Alexandra Stasko, Sodexo, Frank Erwin Center (280)
Ady Guacamaya, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (277)
Joyce Jones, At Your Service, Guaranteed Rate Field (274)
Cindy Carrasco, Los Angeles Dodgers, Dodger Stadium (270)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (269)
Morgan Ley, Legends, Xfinity Theatre (268)
Trevor Pinkerton, Aramark, Pepsi Center (268)
Melanie Torres, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (265)
Benjamin Rossini, Legends, Shoreline Amphitheatre (263)
William Wilde, Delaware North Sportservice, New Era Field (263)
Joseph Nigro II, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (259)
Walita Perkins, Aramark, Soldier Field (259)
Lanetta Stevenson, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (258)
Alicia Fris, Aramark, Kauffman Stadium (251)

2018 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2018, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2018 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2018, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
Baltimore Orioles MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Canucks Sports & Entertainment at Rogers Arena NHL
Chicago Cubs MLB
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Browns NFL
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Detroit Tigers MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium Company at MetLife Stadium NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
S.A.F.E. Management at Mercedes-Benz Stadium NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Texas Rangers MLB
Washington Nationals MLB
Championship Performance
Embassy Theatre
Miami Dolphins NFL
Microsoft Theater
Radio City Music Hall
Seattle Mariners MLB
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bull Arena MLS
Sporting Kansas City MLS
University of Texas Austin NCAA
Excellent Performers
Arizona Diamondbacks MLB
Baltimore Ravens NFL
BBVA Compass Stadium MLS
The Chicago Theatre
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Jacksonville Jaguars NFL
Sacramento Kings NBA

2018 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2018 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2018.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2018.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Championship Performance
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting GoodsPark
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark Quicken Loans Arena
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Delaware North Sportservice SunTrust Park
Legends Blossom Music Center
Legends Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Legends Glen Helen Amphitheater
Legends Jiffy Lube Live
Legends Nissan Stadium
Legends Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
Legends Verizon Amphitheatre
Sodexo Mountaineer Field @ Milan Puskar Stadium
Spectra Greensboro Coliseum
Excellent Performers
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark M&T Bank Field
Aramark St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Aramark Soldier Field
Aramark U.S. Bank Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Delaware North Sportservice New Era Field
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion
Legends Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Legends BB&T Pavilion
Legends Cellairis Ampitheatre at Lakewood
Legends Darien Lake Amphitheater
Legends Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis
Legends MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Legends Shoreline Ampitheatre
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre
Legends Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
Legends Xfinity Theatre
SAVOR Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

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2017 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Katie Abbott, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (2,028)
Anthony Luongo, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,131)
Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (1,087)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Behtany Armstrong, Stadium People, Stadium People By Innovative (896)
Natassia Hernandez, Stadium People, Stadium People By Innovative (896)
Jason Stevens, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (873)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium, MetLife Stadium (767)
Sebastian Ternullo, Delaware North Sportservice, EverBank Field (766)
Sadaf Usmani, MetLife Stadium, MetLife Stadium (760)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (751)
Shanei Deberry, MetLife Stadium, MetLife Stadium (734)
Todd Coyle, Sodexo, West Virginia University (727)
Khadijah Watson, Aramark, Kauffman Stadium (713)
Alyson Nelson, Delaware North Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (699)
Margaret Kalberer, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (696)
Kandi Lavoie, Delaware North Sportservice, EverBank Field (624)
Vicki Malko, MetLife Stadium, MetLife Stadium (621)
William Wilde, Delaware North Sportservice, New Era Field (606)
Terrie Hoppe, Legends, San Manuel Amphitheater (581)
Camille Crichlow, Delaware North Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (526)
Maria Consuegra, Aramark, Coors Field (524)
Jenelle Kypta, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (517)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Mia Feldmann, Aramark, Quicken Loans Arena (497)
Krista Lambrecht, Aramark, Coors Field (497)
Hayle Krigel, Miami Dolphins, Hard Rock Stadium (492)
Deandra Saunders, Miami Dolphins, Hard Rock Stadium (492)
Lanetta Stevenson, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Park (490)
Robert Scavelli, Legends, Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater (481)
Jordan Wehrenberg, Aramark, U.S. Bank Stadium (474)
Dorothy Horvath, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (467)
Michael Liedl, Delaware North Sportservice, Lambeau Field (465)
Chad Scarbrough, First & Goal, CenturyLink Field (431)
Juan Jimenez, Legends, L.A. Memorial Coliseum (425)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (420)
Kimberly Phelps, Aramark, Lakeview Amphitheater (396)
Carolyn Reyes, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena(394)
John Bowen, At Your Service, Guaranteed Rate Field (393)
Jerry Adams, Legends, Hollywood Casino Amphitheater- St. Louis (392)
Katherine Goodsell, Aramark, Coors Field (390)
Miranda Caldarelli, Delaware North Sportservice, New Era Field (380)
Michael Jordan, Legends, Jiffy Lube Live (374)
Kim Buckerfield, Legends, Blosson Music Center (369)
Scott Quade, Milwaukee Brewers, Miller Park (367)
Ashley Kerans, Legends, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (363)
Alex Janowiak, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (362)
Aaron Schmitt, Pittsburgh Steelers, Heinz Field (360)
David Ortiz, Legends, L.A. Memorial Coliseum (358)
Shona Potrzuski, Legends, BB&T Pavilion (353)
Brian Downey, Legends, Golden 1 Center (352)
Morgan Ley, Legends, Xfinity Theater (352)
Audrey Nguyen, Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington (352)
Ethan Honaman, Stadium Management Company, Sports Authority Field at Mile High (350)
Patrick Tetrick, Denver Broncos, Sports Authority Field at Mile High (350)
Raymond Farries, Levy Restaurant, Guaranteed Rate Field (344)
Rick Jenkins, Legends, Coral Sky Amphitheater (335)
Victor Ellison, The Madison Square Garden Company, Madison Square Garden (333)
Jessica Hackley, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (325)
Jeffrey Leazer, Staff Pro, Tacoma Dome (323)
Phillip Stout,Pennsylvania State University, Bryce Jordan Center (323)
Elise Aronson, Legends, Walnut Creek Amphitheater (318)
Danielle Kuenzler, Aramark, Coors Field (315)
Brendan Marsh, Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington (312)
Ellen Manning, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (303)
Jennifer Kribs, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (301)
Carmen Casey, SodexoMagic, Rose Bowl Stadium (298)
Paul Chandler, SodexoMagic, Rose Bowl Stadium (298)
Kitty Brand, Legends, Shoreline Amphitheater (295)
Alyssa Vitztum, Legends, Starlight Theater (294)
David Palmer, Legends, Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (285)
Christopher Behr, Delaware North Sportservice, SunTrust Field (284)
Madison Amthor, Delaware North Sportservice, Petco Park (283)
Sunny Day-Moore, Levy Restaurants, Schottenstein Center (279)
John Holzerman, Pennsylvania State University, Bryce Jordan Center (273)
Richard Miller, Legends, Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center (271)
Shaun Higgins, Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park (258)
Scott MacNair, Legends, Shoreline Amphitheater (258)
Kelle Bailey, Legends, Lakewood Amphitheater (257)
Anthony Toliver, At Your Service, Guaranteed Rate Field (255)
Brittany Fernau, Legends, Ak-Chin Pavilion (254)
Antigone Covert, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (251)

2017 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2017, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2017 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2017, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
At Your Service at Guaranteed Rate Field MLB
Baltimore Orioles MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Chicago Bears NFL
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Browns NFL
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Contemporary Service Corporation at Nationals Park MLB
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Embassy Theatre
Jacksonville Jaguars NFL
Kansas City Royals MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
The Madison Square Garden Company at Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium NFL
Miami Dolphins NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Seattle Sounders FC MLS
Texas Rangers MLB
Washington Nationals MLB
Championship Performance
BC Place MLS
Denver Broncos NFL
The Madison Square Garden Company at Radio City Music Hall
SAFE at Mercedes-Benz Stadium NFL
SMG at U.S. Bank Stadium NFL
Stadium People at AT&T Stadium NFL
Excellent Performers
Argus Event Staffing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High NFL
Atlanta Braves MLB
Oakland Athletics MLB
Pennsylvania State University NCAA

2017 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2017 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2017.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2017.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Championship Performance
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark Quicken Loans Arena
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Aramark TCF Stadium
Aramark U.S. Bank Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice EverBank Field
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice New Era Field
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Delaware North Sportservice SunTrust Park
Legends Angel Stadium of Anaheim
Legends Glen Helen Amphitheater
Legends L.A. Memorial Coliseum
Legends Xfinity Theatre
Levy Restaurants Wrigley Field
Levy Restaurants Guaranteed Rate Field
Sodexo Milan Puskar Stadium
Sodexo WVU Coliseum
Excellent Performers
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark Lakeview Amphitheater
Aramark M&T Bank Field
Aramark PPG Paints Arena
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose
Aramark Wells Fargo Center
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Delaware North Sportservice Petco Park
Delaware North Sportservice TD Garden
First & Goal CenturyLink Field
Legends BB&T Pavilion
Legends Blossom Music Center
Legends Cellaris Amphitheatre at Lakewood
Legends Children’s Mercy Park
Legends Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Legends Coral Sky Amphitheatre
Legends Golden 1 Center
Legends Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis
Legends Jiffy Lube Live
Legends Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
Legends Shoreline Amphitheatre
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre
Legends Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
Levy Restaurants Guaranteed Rate Field
Levy Restaurants Wrigley Field

  • Trainers
  • Operations / Teams
  • Concessionaires

2016 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Katie Abbott, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (1,403)
Nicole Miller, Aramark, Heinz Field (1,336)
Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (1,273)
William Oates, Delaware North Sportservice, Qualcomm Stadium (1,023)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Alexa Anderson, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (958)
Jordan Wehrenberg, Aramark, U.S. Bank Stadium (947)
Stephen Kelly, Delaware North Sportservice, New Era Field (938)
Jason Stevens, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (922)
Shanei Deberry, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (810)
Aaron Schmitt, Pittsburgh Steelers, Heinz Field (808)
Sadaf Usmani, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (758)
Jessica Haines, AEG, STAPLES Center (682)
Jennifer Li, AEG, STAPLES Center (682)
Ashleigh Middlebrook, St. Louis Cardinals, Busch Stadium (682)
Tony Valleroy, St. Louis Cardinals, Busch Stadium (682)
Vicki Malko, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (674)
Terrie Hoppe, Legends, San Manuel Amphitheater (671)
John Fish, Delaware North Sportservice, Turner Field (656)
Slectues Thompson, Aramark, Nissan Stadium (629)
Toyya Lassere, SMG, U.S. Bank Stadium (628)
Robert Deanda, Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium (618)
Christopher Behr, Delaware North Sportservice, Turner Field (614)
Beth Wick, SMG, U.S. Bank Stadium (597)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (583)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (570)
Ashley Kerans, Legends Hospitality, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (567)
Kim Buckerfield, Legends, Blossom Music Center (565)
Danielle Kuenzler, Legends, Blossom Music Center (533)
Todd Coyle, Sodexo, West Virginia University (526)
Jerry Adams, Legends, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis (521)
Carolyn Reyes, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (519)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, Guaranteed Rate Field (498)
Anthony Luongo, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (490)
Lina Baquero, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (486)
Stephanie Morgan, Aramark, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (486)
Michael Jordan, Legends, Jiffy Lube Live (470)
Kimberly Major, Aramark, Coors Field (458)
Chad Scarbrough, First & Goal Inc., CenturyLink Field (453)
Marie Eslick, Delaware North Sportservice, Target Field (436)
Charles Camarro, Legends, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (435)
Katherine Goodsell, Aramark, Coors Field (434)
Margaret Kalberer, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (423)
Paige Beaute, Delaware North Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (422)
Alyson Nelson, Delaware North Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (408)
Maurice Ruffin, Washington Nationals, Nationals Park (403)
Isabella Zapata, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (398)
Steven Dumek, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (395)
Doug Carstens, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (393)
Patricia Veal, Spectra, Greensboro Coliseum (392)
Ian McFate, Aramark, Citizens Bank Park (389)
Melissa Snyder, Aramark, Quicken Loans Arena (388)
Robert Catley, Aramark, PNC Park (381)
Eri Cuevas, Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington (381)
Ray Daryabigi, Sacramento Kings, Golden 1 Center (375)
Charles Miller, Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park (374)
Sharon Holmes, Arizona Diamondbacks, Chase Field (369)
Jennifer Kribs, Delaware North Sportservice, Guaranteed Rate Field (354)
Conor Reilly, Aramark, Citi Field (353)
Barbara Sheppard, Aramark, Soldier Field (352)
Kathryn Harrington, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (346)
Jose Preza, Aramark, Citi Field (344)
Katrina Schweiger, Legends, Alpine Valley Music Theatre (344)
Maclean Loebig, Legends, Lakewood Amphitheatre (341)
Martin Bethea, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (338)
Emily Flak, Aramark, Heinz Field (338)
Kathryn Maninger, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (338)
Elizabeth Harris, Aramark, Nissan Stadium (331)
Jeffrey Leazer, Staff Pro, Staff Pro Tacoma (330)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (328)
Kara Attal, Legends, Yankee Stadium (327)
David Palmer, Legends, Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (324)
Alex Janowiak, Chicago White Sox, Guaranteed Rate Field (322)
Yvonne Spratley, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (322)
Brian Downey, Legends, Golden 1 Center (320)
David Ortiz, Legends, L.A. Memorial Coliseum and Sports Arena (310)
Marci Haynes, Delaware North Sportservice, Target Field (309)
Patrick Malone, Legends, San Manuel Amphitheater (308)
Kathleen Petrones, Legends, Legends Corporate (308)
Bryan Fousty, Legends, Festival Pier (307)
John Bowen, At Your Service, Guaranteed Rate Field (306)
Elise Aronson, Legends, Walnut Creek Amphitheatre (305)
Frances Pietrucha, Aramark, Soldier Field (303)
Emily Molino, Legends, Starlight Theatre (295)
Leah Verona, Aramark, Aramark Corporate (295)
Jeffrey Tucker, SAVOR, Jacksonville, Veterans Memorial Arena (292)
Kristin Scott, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (291)
Quinton Kearney, Aramark, Kauffman Stadium (287)
Brittany Oehlstrom, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (287)
Ashley Samimi, Aramark, Coors Field (287)
Caroline Repko, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (285)
Jaquie Livoti, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (282)
Jessica Tantin, Aramark, Citi Field (276)
Leilani Borrero, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (273)
Dawn Thompson, Aramark, Aramark Corporate (270)
Donna Kerckhoff, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (268)
Michael Newby, Aramark, Citi Field (267)
Steven Sanchez, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Segerstrom Center for the Arts (265)
Rhea Jones, Legends, MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre (264)
Jonathan Warren, Aramark, Verizon Center (263)
Shona Potrzuski, Legends, BB&T Pavilion (259)
Laura Leine, Aramark, Quicken Loans Arena (256)
Jill Pepper, TEAM Coalition (253)

2016 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2016, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2016 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2016, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
At Your Service Security at Guaranteed Rate Field MLB
Baltimore Orioles MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Chicago Bears NFL
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Browns NFL
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Contemporary Services Corporation at New Era Field NFL
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Embassy Theatre
Georgia Dome NFL
Jacksonville Jaguars NFL
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
The Madison Square Garden Company at Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers NFL
Portland Trailblazers NBA
S.A.F.E. Management at EverBank Field NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Seattle Mariners MLB
Seattle Seahawks NFL
Seattle Sounders FC MLS
Securitas Security Services USA at Yankee Stadium MLB
Standard Parking at Guaranteed Rate Field MLB
Texas Rangers MLB
The Ohio State University NCAA
Washington Nationals MLB
Championship Performance
AEG at STAPLES Center NBA/NHL
Arizona Diamondbacks MLB
B.C. Pavilion Corp MLS
Denver Broncos NFL
The Madison Square Garden Company at Radio City Music Hall
Sacramento Kings NBA
SMG at U.S. Bank Stadium NFL
St. Louis Cardinals MLB
Excellent Performers
Argus Event Staffing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High NFL
AT&T Performing Arts Center
Atlanta Braves MLB
Charlotte Hornets NBA
Contemporary Services Corporation at Nationals Park MLB
Contemporary Services Corporation at Rio Tinto Stadium MLS
Memphis Grizzles NBA
Oakland Athletics MLB
Staff Pro at CenturyLink Field  NFL/MLS
St. Louis Blues NHL
University of Maryland NCAA

2016 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2016 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2016.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2016.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Championship Performance
Aramark Citizens Bank Park
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium
Aramark Heinz Field
Aramark Lakeview Amphitheater
Aramark Lincoln Financial Field
Aramark M&T Bank Field
Aramark Nissan Stadium
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark PNC Park
Aramark PPG Paints Arena
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Aramark Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Aramark Soldier Field
Aramark U.S. Bank Stadium
Aramark Wells Fargo Center
Centerplate TD Bank Ballpark
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice New Era Field
Delaware North Sportservice Petco Park
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Delaware North Sportservice Turner Field
Legends BB&T Pavilion
Legends Blossom Music Center
Legends Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk
Legends Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis
Legends L.A. Memorial Coliseum
Legends Lakewood Amphitheatre
Legends San Manuel Amphitheater
Legends Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
Excellent Performers
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark Kinnick Stadium
Aramark MCU Park
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose
Aramark Verizon Center
Delaware North Sportservice Target Field
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion
Legends Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Legends Children’s Mercy Park
Legends Jiffy Lube Live
Legends MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Legends Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Legends Shoreline Amphitheatre
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre
Legends Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
Levy Restaurants Guaranteed Rate Field
Levy Restaurants Wrigley Field
SAVOR Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
Sodexo The University of Texas at Austin
Spectra BB&T Ballpark – Charlotte
Spectra Chukchansi Park
Spectra Greensboro Coliseum
Spectra Pensacola Bayfront Stadium
Spectra Raley Field

  • Trainers
  • Operations / Teams
  • Concessionaires

2015 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Nicole Miller, Aramark, Heinz Field (1,607)
Alexa Anderson, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,253)
Jason Stevens, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (1,123)
Leilani Borrero, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (1,001)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (984)
Patrick Malone, Aramark, San Manuel Amphitheater (909)
Charles Miller, Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park (938)
Leah Verona, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (882)
Terrie Hoppe, Legends, San Manuel Amphitheater (864)
Lina Baquero, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (821)
Robert Deanda, Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium (717)
Greg Bellini, Legends, Toyota Amphitheatre (706)
Samantha Peters, Aramark, Lincoln Financial Field (698)
Stephanie Morgan, Aramark, Soldier Field (694)
Bryan Martek, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (687)
David Palmer, Legends, Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach (687)
Thomas Gergley, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (684)
Alicia Puissegur, Aramark, TCF Bank Stadium (674)
Katherine Goodsell, Aramark, Coors Field (658)
Jill Baran, Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park (632)
Kathryn Harrington, Chicago White Sox, U.S. Cellular Field (629)
William Oates, Delaware North Sportservice, Qualcomm Stadium (612)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (603)
Jill Pepper, TEAM Coalition (594)
Stephen Kelly, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (592)
Richard Miller, Legends, Klipsch Music Center (581)
Erica Davis, Aramark, Soldier Field (551)
Elizabeth Harris, Aramark, Nissan Stadium (548)
Glennisha Carroll, Aramark, Turner Field (545)
Donna Kerckhoff, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (537)
Kathryn Maninger, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (537)
Travis Miller, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (534)
Ashley Nill, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (526)
Doug Carstens, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (525)
David Ortiz, Legends, Sleep Train Amphitheatre (525)
George Wasai, Legends, Hollywood Casino Ampitheater (523)
Victor Knott, Legends, PNC Music Pavilion (517)
Victor Ellison, The Madison Square Garden Company, Madison Square Garden (512)
Emily Herr, Buffalo Bills, Ralph Wilson Stadium (505)
Zach Rutkowski, Buffalo Bills, Ralph Wilson Stadium (505)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Rose Magallanes, Legends (490)
Caroline Reyes, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (488)
Jeffrey Tucker, Spectra, EverBank Field (487)
Christine Rodgers, Delaware North Sportservice, Miller Park (468)
Jodi Decarlo, Legends, Jiffy Lube Live (465)
Alex Janowiak, Chicago White Sox, U.S. Cellular Field (465)
Kellan Srur, Aramark, TCF Bank Stadium (459)
Martin Bethea, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (456)
Sarah Palmiero, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (451)
Ian Mcfate, Aramark, Citizens Bank Park (446)
Ashley Kerans, Legends, Angel Stadium (442)
Sierra Beshears, Spectra, Raley Field (433)
Katie Abbott, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (429)
Daniel Morgan, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (423)
Gretchen Whan, Canning Hunger (419)
Roanna Valdellon, Centerplate, Tropicana Field (415)
Joan Kanzler, Legends, Shoreline Amphitheatre (410)
Raul Sepulveda, Aramark, SAP Center at San Jose (403)
Janet Koshover, Cincinnati Reds, Great American Ball Park (397)
Kandi Lavoie, Spectra, EverBank Field (393)
Tiffany Silman, Legends, Oak Mountain Amphitheatre (385)
Codi McIntyre, S.A.F.E. Management, EverBank Field (379)
Lindsay McKay, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (375)
Mary McCain, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (371)
Michael Hilburn, Seattle Mariners, Safeco Field (369)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (366)
Marissa Lyons, Legends, AT&T Stadium (363)
Erin Riegert, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (361)
Michael Jordan, Legends, Jiffy Lube Live (356)
Kathleen Petrones, Legends (356)
Jason Hall, Legends, Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood (355)
Bryan Fousty, Legends, Festival Pier (352)
Laura Leine, Aramark, Quicken Loans Arena (344)
Jordan Reed, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (341)
Dellious May, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (330)
Katrina Schweiger, Legends, Alpine Valley Music Theatre (324)
John Holzerman, Penn State, Bryce Jordan Center (321)
Philip Stout, Penn State, Bryce Jordan Center (321)
Elise Aronson, Legends, Walnut Creek Amphitheatre (319)
Mark Dornbusch, Aramark, Nissan Stadium (318)
Barbara Clements, Spectra, Greensboro Coliseum (315)
Jonathan Silva, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (315)
Patricia Veal, Spectra, Greensboro Coliseum (315)
Cindy Carrasco, Los Angeles Dodgers, Dodger Stadium (314)
Joseph Nigro, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (314)
Kieran Nulty, San Francisco 49ers, Levi’s Stadium (309)
Charles White, San Francisco 49ers, Levi’s Stadium (309)
Tyler Thomas, Spectra, Southwest University Park (308)
Kristen Owen, Aramark, Nissan Stadium (305)
Rhea Jones, Legends, Mid Florida Credit Union Amphitheatre (303)
Amber Louck, Ohio State University, Jerome Schottenstein Center (303)
Carolyn Speicher, Ohio State University, Jerome Schottenstein Center (303)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox, U.S. Cellular Field (303)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (297)
Marianne Riker, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (294)
Sadaf Usmani, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (290)
Jennifer Rhodes, Delaware North Sportservice, Nationwide Arena (277)
Aaron Schmitt, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (277)
Lara Bealko, Sodexo, West Virginia University (276)
Colleen Caldwell, Delaware North Sportservice, Amalie Arena (275)
Molly Bower, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (274)
Jeffery Engelken, Cleveland Browns, FirstEnergy Stadium (271)
Vicki Malko, Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (270)
Kristen Dellaposta, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (262)
Connor Reilly, Aramark, Citi Field (256)
Kim Buckerfield, Legends, Blossom Music Center (255)
Keith Gibbons, Legends, Susquehanna Bank Center (255)
Keith Petrie, Aramark, PNC Park (254)
Laurie Clayton, Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park (253)
Michelle Nodiff, The Madison Square Garden Company, Madison Square Garden (252)
Amy Bachman, The Madison Square Garden Company, Radio City Music Hall (251)
Frances Pietrucha, Aramark, Soldier Field (250)

2015 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2015, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2015 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2015, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards

 

APEX Security at Ralph Wilson Stadium NFL
At Your Service Security at U.S. Cellular Field MLB
Baltimore Orioles MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Canning Hunger
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Contemporary Services Corporation at Ralph Wilson Stadium NFL
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium NFL
Milwaukee Brewers MLB
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers NFL
Portland Trailblazers NBA
S.A.F.E. Management at EverBank Field NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Seattle Mariners MLB
Seattle Seahawks NFL
Seattle Sounders FC MLS
Securitas Security Services USA at Yankee Stadium MLB
Standard Parking at U.S. Cellular Field MLB
Texas Rangers MLB
Washington Nationals MLB

 

Championship Performance

 

Cleveland Browns NFL
Embassy Theatre
San Francisco 49ers NFL

 

Excellent Performers

Allpro Parking at Ralph Wilson Stadium NFL
Chicago Cubs MLB
Chicago Bears NFL
Georgia Dome NFL
Jacksonville Jaguars NFL
Kansas City Royals MLB
Memphis Grizzles NBA
Milwaukee World Festival
Ohio State University NCAA
Olympia Entertainment at Joe Louis Arena NHL
Pennsylvania State University NCAA
San Diego Chargers NFL
StaffPro at CenturyLink Field NFL/MLS
University of Texas NCAA

2015 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2015 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2015.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number of employees certified in 2015.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25

Championship Performance

 

Aramark Citizens Bank Park
Aramark CONSOL Energy Center
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Aramark FirstEnergy Stadium
Aramark Heinz Field
Aramark Lincoln Financial Field
Aramark M&T Bank Stadium
Aramark Nissan Stadium
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark PNC Park
Aramark Quicken Loans Arena
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Aramark Soldier Field
Aramark Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Aramark TCF Bank Stadium
Aramark Turner Field
Aramark Wells Fargo Center
Centerplate TD Bank Ballpark
Delaware North Sportservice Amalie Arena
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Petco Park
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Delaware North Sportservice Qualcomm Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Ralph Wilson Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Legends Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
Legends First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
Legends Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
Legends Jiffy Lube Live
Legends Klipsch Music Center
Legends PNC Music Center
Legends San Manuel Amphitheater
Legends Susquehanna Bank Center
Legends Toyota Amphitheatre
Legends Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
Spectra EP Stadium
Spectra Greensboro Coliseum
Spectra Raley Field
Spectra The Ranch Events Complex/Budweiser Events Center

Excellent Performers

Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose
Aramark Whitaker Bank Ballpark
Centerplate Tropicana Field
Delaware North Sportservice Busch Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Lambeau Field
Delaware North Sportservice Miller Park
Delaware North Sportservice Target Center
Delaware North Sportservice Target Field
Legends Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
Legends Ak-Chin Pavilion
Legends Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Legends Angel Stadium
Legends Blossom Music Center
Legends MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Legends Shoreline Amphitheatre
Legends Sleep Train Amphitheatre
Legends Sporting Park
Spectra Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Spectra EverBank Field
Spectra Iowa Events Center
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2014 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2013 and September 30, 2014.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Leah Verona, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium (2,115)
Rose Magallanes, Aramark, Prudential Center & LP Field (1,001)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Cherylann Bredestege, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (943)
Peg Kalberer, Deleware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (843)
Michael Matscherz, Aramark, Lincoln Financial Field (826)
David Ortiz, Aramark, San Manuel Ampitheater (776)
Amanda Crotty, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (741)
Patrick Malone, Aramark, Verizon Wireless Amitheater (707)
Alexa Anderson, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (693)
Leilani Borrero, Aramark Raymond James Stadium (661)
Dawn Thompson, Aramark, Oak Mountain Amphitheater (654)
Nicole Miller, Aramark, Heinz Field (649)
Phillip Collar, Aramark, TCF Bank Stadium (629)
David Zirilli, Aramark, Jiffy Lube Live (621)
Jeanne Miller, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (606)
Billy Ennis, Aramark, Coors Field (574)
Thomas Geringer, Aramark, First Midwest Bank Amphitheater (574)
Robert Deanda, Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium (561)
Gretchen Whan, Canning Hunber, Angel Stadium/The Greek Theatre (560)
Roger Zouhar, Elite (519)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox, U.S. Cellular Field (507)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Raul Sepulveda, Aramark, SAP Center at San Jose (492)
Andrew Mather, Aramark, Raymond James Stadium  (482)
Kylie Helmink, Aramark, Kauffman Staidum (469)
Ashley Nill, Aramark, Arrowhead Stadium (469)
Keith Rybka, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (467)
Chad Scarbrough, First & Goal Inc., CenturyLink Field (456)
Byron Boyce, Aramark, Turner Field (449)
Angelina Preston, Legends Hospitality, Angel Stadium (449)
Erica Davis, Aramark, Soldier Field (436)
Deanna McCoy, Aramark, Turner Field (431)
Alicia Adolph, Aramark, TCF Bank Stadium (426)
Tim McGrath, Ovations Food Services, Chukchansi Park (426)
Jeffrey Tucker, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (424)
Owen Dresser, S.A.F.E. Management, EverBank Field (422)
Marianne Riker, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (419)
Christopher McLean, Aramark, LP Field (418)
Jill Baran, Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park (416)
Gillian Kazura, Aramark, FirstEnergy Stadium (410)
Shaun Barsic, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (406)
Kim Buckerfield, Aramark, Blossom Music Center (406)
Sherri Morgan, Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington (393)
Vital Osegueda, Delaware North Sportservice, Petco Park (393)
Sierra Beshears, Ovations Food Services, Raley Field (386)
Vicki Malko, Metlife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (386)
Thomas Mendez, Legends Hospitality, Angel Stadium (382)
Danielle Alexa, Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field (370)
Ryan Mortensen, Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field (370)
Giuseppe Lollino, Aramark, First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre (368)
Marcia Bell Evans, Aramark, Turner Field (367)
Mary McCain, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (365)
Aaron Schmitt, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (365)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (360)
Billy Langenstein, Washington Nationals, Nationals Park (353)
Samantha Peters, Aramark, Wells Fargo Center (350)
Joseph Nigro, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (345)
Jay Satenspiel, Ovations Food Services, O.co Coliseum (341)
Kimberly Phelps, Aramark, Darien Lake Performing Arts Center (336)
Patricia Veal, Ovations Food Services, Greensboro Coliseum (330)
Marcelo Velazquez, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (321)
Danny Kelly, Aramark, Prudential Center (313)
Michael Hilburn, Seattle Mariners, Safeco Field (312)
Lina Baquero, Delaware North Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (311)
Barbara Clements, Ovations Food Services, Greensboro Coliseum (307)
Scott Cruz, Aramark, PNC Bank Arts Center (307)
Matthew Lehman, Milwaukee Brewers, Miller Park (305)
Joan Kanzler, Aramark, Shoreline Amphitheatre (302)
Jane Chavez, MetLife Stadium Company, MetLife Stadium (300)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (297)
Lara Bealko, Sodexo, West Virginia University (297)
Allison Beers, Aramark, M&T Bank Stadium (293)
Katherine Smith, Aramark, Coors Field (288)
David Mazzarelli, Aramark, Fenway Park (285)
Jennifer Kribs, Delaware North Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (279)
John Davidson, Delaware North Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (276)
Donna Kerckhoff, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (275)
Kathryn Maninger, Delaware North Sportservice, Busch Stadium (275)
Sean Widman, Levy Restaurants, Raymond James Stadium (274)
Marci Haynes, Delaware North Sportservice, Target Field (273)
Lindsey Long, Aramark, Kauffman Stadium (268)
Jason Stevens, Aramark, Paul Brown Stadium (257)
Cheyenne Smith, Securitas Security Services, Yankee Stadium (254)
Dorothy Horvath, Delaware North Sportservice, Progressive Field (253)
James Wisniewski, Delaware North Sportservice, Miller Park (253)
Kandi Lavoie, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (252)
Codi McIntyre, S.A.F.E. Management, EverBank Field (250)

2014 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2014, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2014 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2014, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards
Acrobat Outsourcing Other
Argus Event Staffing NBA/NHL/NFL/MLS
Arizona Diamondbacks MLB
At Your Service Security at U.S. Cellular Field MLB
Buffalo Bills NFL
Chicago White Sox MLB
Cincinnati Reds MLB
Cleveland Indians MLB
Colorado Rockies MLB
Dallas Cowboys NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Elite at Petco Park and Qualcomm Stadium MLB/NFL
Los Angeles Dodgers MLB
Madison Square Garden NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium NFL
Minnesota Twins MLB
New England Patriots NFL
New England Revolution MLS
Philadelphia Eagles NFL
Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers NFL
S.A.F.E. Management at EverBank Field NFL
San Diego Padres MLB
Seattle Mariners MLB
Seattle Seahawks NFL
Seattle Sounders FC MLS
Securitas Security Services USA at Yankee Stadium MLB
Texas Rangers MLB
Championship Performance
Baltimore Orioles MLB
Boston Red Sox MLB
Chicago Cubs MLB
CSC at Ralph Wilson Stadium NFL
CSC at the Georgia Dome NFL
Georgia Dome NFL
Johnson & Wales University NCAA
Oakland Athletics MLB
Portland Trail Blazers NBA
Securitas Security Services USA at MetLife Stadium NFL
Washington Nationals MLB
Excellent Performers
Centennial Management at Maverik Center ECHL
S.A.F.E. Management at M&T Bank Stadium NFL
Staff Pro at CenturyLink Field NFL/MLS
University of Michigan NCAA
University of Washington NCAA

2014 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2014 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2014.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2014.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 500 250
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 150 75
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 50 25
Championship Performance
Aramark Arrowhead Stadium
Aramark Blossom Music Center
Aramark Citizens Bank Park
Aramark CONSOL Energy Center
Aramark Coors Field
Aramark Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Aramark First Energy Stadium
Aramark First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
Aramark Heinz Field
Aramark Jiffy Lube Live
Aramark Kauffman Stadium
Aramark Lincoln Financial Field
Aramark LP Field
Aramark Paul Brown Stadium
Aramark Pepsi Center
Aramark PNC Park
Aramark Quicken Loans Arena
Aramark Raymond James Stadium
Aramark San Manuel Amphitheater
Aramark TCF Bank Stadium
Aramark Turner Field
Aramark Verizon Center
Aramark Wells Fargo Center
Canning Hunger Rose Bowl Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice MetLife Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Progressive Field
Delaware North Sportservice Ralph Wilson Stadium
Delaware North Sportservice Red Bull Arena
Delaware North Sportservice Target Center
Levy Restaurants Ravinia Park
Ovations Food Services Budweiser Events Center
Ovations Food Services Chukchansi Park
Ovations Food Services Greensboro Coliseum
Ovations Food Services Independence Events Center
Ovations Food Services Raley Field
Excellent Performers
Aramark Citi Field
Aramark Darien Lake PAC
Aramark M&T Bank Stadium
Aramark PNC Bank Arts Center
Aramark SAP Center at San Jose
Aramark Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
Aramark Sleep Train Amphitheatre
Aramark Soldier Field
Delaware North Sportservice Petco Park
Delaware North Sportservice Target Field
Delaware North Sportservice TD Garden
Legends Hospitality Management Angel Stadium of Anaheim
Legends Hospitality Management L.A. Memorial Coliseum
Ovations Food Services BB&T Ballpark
Sodexo West Virginia University

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2013 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2012 and September 30, 2013.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Leah Verona, ARAMARK, Raymond James Stadium (2,404)
Katherine Cogswell, ARAMARK, Kauffman Stadium (1,773)
Lina Baquero, DNC Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,662)
Bruce Bogdanoff, ARAMARK, Citizens Bank Park (1,259)
Gerald Barajas, Independent Trainer (1,187)
Alexa Anderson, DNC Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,155)
Kylie Helmink, ARAMARK, Arrowhead Stadium (1,123)
Cherylann Bredestege, ARAMARK, Paul Brown Stadium (1,092)
Margaret Kalberer, DNC Sportservice, Progressive Field (1,029)
Jon Seibt, S.A.F.E. Management, EverBank Field (1,014)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Vicki Malko, MetLife Stadium (951)
John Davidson, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (895)
David Ortiz, ARAMARK, San Manuel Amphitheater (895)
Jane Chavez, MetLife Stadium (884)
Linda Mezger, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (877)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium (826)
Stephanie Manzo, MetLife Stadium (813)
Lydia Parigi, ARAMARK, Heinz Field (805)
William Newell, Levy Restaurants, STAPLES Center (688)
Sharlett Nobles, AEG, STAPLES Center (688)
Jody Finzer, Centerplate, Tropicana Field (682)
Aaron Schmitt, MetLife Stadium (667)
Joseph Collie, ARAMARK, Turner Field (658)
Sharon Taylor, ARAMARK, M&T Bank Stadium (609)
Remy Taylor, ARAMARK, Verizon Center (601)
Cicely Evans, DNC Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (588)
David Zirilli, ARAMARK, Jiffy Lube Live (576)
Mark Carter, ARAMARK, Kauffman Stadium (531)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Angelina Morgan, ARAMARK, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (477)
Ashleigh Middlebrook, St. Louis Cardinals (470)
Terrie Hoppe, ARAMARK, Verizon Wireless Amph. (469)
Eric Giberson, ARAMARK, Wells Fargo Center (462)
Katherine Smith, ARAMARK, Soldier Field (460)
Rose Magallanes, ARAMARK, Prudential Center (441)
Brian Humble, ARAMARK, Cricket Wireless Amph. (436)
Cheyenne Smith, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (430)
Theo Powell, Chicago White Sox (423)
Mitzi Burks, ARAMARK, Turner Field (415)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (408)
Anju Stoppelman, ARAMARK, Arrowhead Stadium (390)
Brittany Olson, 387, ARAMARK, O.co Coliseum (387)
Reynaldo Rosario, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (380)
Raul Sepulveda, ARAMARK, SAP Center at San Jose (380)
Danny Kelly, ARAMARK, Prudential Center (378)
Peggy Barnett, Sodexo, West Virginia University (364)
Lara Bealko, Sodexo, West Virginia University (364)
Heather Kelly, DNC Sportservice, Lambeau Field (359)
Marcelo Velazquez, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (354)
Kimberley Phelps, ARAMARK, Darien Lake PAC (343)
Roger Zouhar, Elite (343)
Justin Alstad, DNC Sportservice, Target Field (341)
Doug Carstens, DNC Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (341)
Kim Buckerfield, ARAMARK, Blossom Music Center (330)
Andrea Pierce, ARAMARK, Turner Field (316)
Jarod Snell, ARAMARK, Pepsi Center (314)
Jeana Pierson, DNC Sportservice, Target Field (311)
Joan Kanzler, ARAMARK, Shoreline Amphitheatre (308)
Anthony Guerra, ARAMARK, Turner Field (307)
Kandi Lavore, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (306)
Sierra Beshears, Ovations Food Services, Raley Field (303)
Shaun Barsic, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (301)
Gregory Garcia, ARAMARK, Turner Field (301)
Bill Barth, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (300)
Cody Heermans, ARAMARK, Turner Field (296)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox (290)
Jeffrey Tucker, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (289)
Michelle Nodiff, Madison Square Garden (286)
Emily Herr, Buffalo Bills (271)
Scott Lasker, Buffalo Bills (271)
Ebonee Richardson, ARAMARK, Turner Field (262)
Sherri Morgan, Texas Rangers (259)
Robert Deanda, Dallas Cowboys (255)
Martin Bethea, DNC Sportservice, Busch Stadium (254)
Donna Kerckhoff, DNC Sportservice, Busch Stadium (254)
Kathryn Maninger, DNC Sportservice, Busch Stadium (254)
Jennifer Bartley, ARAMARK, Heinz Field (253)
Kevin Reid, Madison Square Garden (252)

2013 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2013, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2013 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2013, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards

Argus Event Staffing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High – NFL
B.C. Pavilion Corporation – MLS
Buffalo Bills – NFL
Chicago White Sox – MLB
Cincinnati Reds – MLB
Cleveland Indians – MLB
Colorado Rockies – MLB
Dallas Cowboys – NFL
Detroit Tigers MLB
Elite at Petco Park – MLB
Elite at Qualcomm Stadium – NFL
Kansas City Royals – MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers – MLB
Madison Square Garden – NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium – NFL
Minnesota Twins – MLB
New England Patriots – NFL
New England Revolution – MLS
Philadelphia Eagles – NFL
Pittsburgh Pirates – MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers – NFL
San Diego Padres – MLB
Seattle Mariners – MLB
Securitas Security Services USA at Yankee Stadium – MLB
Texas Rangers – MLB

Championship Performance

AEG at STAPLES Center – NBA/NHL
Argus Event Staffing at Pepsi Center – NBA/NHL
Arizona Diamondbacks – MLB
At Your Service Security at U.S. Cellular Field – MLB
International Crowd Management at Prospera Place – WHL
Premier Resource – Other
S.A.F.E. Management at EverBank Field – NFL
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bull Arena – MLS
St. Louis Cardinals – MLB

Excellent Performers

AEG at Moda Center – NBA
Baltimore Orioles – MLB
Embassy Theatre – Other
Georgia Dome – NFL
Johnson & Wales University – NCAA
Oakland Athletics – MLB
Philadelphia Phillies – MLB
Securitas Security Services USA at Barclays Center – NBA
Sports and Entertainment Services at US Airways Center – NBA

2013 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2013 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2013.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2013.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50
Championship Performance

ARAMARK – Arrowhead Stadium
ARAMARK – Citizens Bank Park
ARAMARK – CONSOL Energy Center
ARAMARK – Coors Field
ARAMARK – Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
ARAMARK – Heinz Field
ARAMARK – Jiffy Lube Live
ARAMARK – Kauffman Stadium
ARAMARK – Lincoln Financial Field
ARAMARK – M&T Bank Stadium
ARAMARK – Paul Brown Stadium
ARAMARK – Pepsi Center
ARAMARK – PNC Park
ARAMARK – Raymond James Stadium
ARAMARK – San Manuel Amphitheater
ARAMARK – Soldier Field
ARAMARK – Turner Field
ARAMARK – Verizon Center
ARAMARK – Wells Fargo Center
Canning Hunger – The Greek Theatre
DNC Sportservice – FirstEnergy Stadium
DNC Sportservice – MetLife Stadium
DNC Sportservice – Progressive Field
DNC Sportservice – Ralph Wilson Stadium
DNC Sportservice – Red Bull Arena
Levy Restaurants – Ravinia Park
Levy Restaurants – STAPLES Center
Ovations Food Services – Raley Field
Sodexo – West Virginia University

Excellent Performers

ARAMARK – Blossom Music Center
ARAMARK – Citi Field
ARAMARK – Coolray Field
ARAMARK – Darien Lake PAC
ARAMARK – First Niagara Pavilion
ARAMARK – O.co Coliseum
ARAMARK – PNC Bank Arts Center
ARAMARK – Prudential Center
ARAMARK – Quicken Loans Arena
ARAMARK – SAP Center at San Jose
ARAMARK – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
ARAMARK – Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
ARAMARK – Sleep Train Amphitheatre
ARAMARK – Whitaker Bank Ballpark
Centerplate – Bethpage Ballpark
Centerplate – TD Bank Ballpark
Centerplate – Tropicana Field
DNC Sportservice – Lambeau Field
DNC Sportservice – Target Field
Levy Restaurants – U.S. Cellular Field
Ovations Food Services – Budweiser Events Center
Ovations Food Services – Chukchansi Park
Ovations Food Services – EnCana Events Centre
Ovations Food Services – Greensboro Coliseum
Ovations Food Services – Pensacola Bayfront Stadium

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  • Operations / Teams
  • Concessionaires

2012 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2011 and September 30, 2012.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Lina Baquero, DNC Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (1,830)
Brenda Siebenaler, Centerplate, Tropicana Field (1,469)
Gerald Barajas, ARAMARK, Coors Field (1,372)
Bruce Bogdanoff, ARAMARK, Citizens Bank Park (1,064)
Beth Genther, ARAMARK, Lincoln Financial Field (1,056)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Peg Kalberer, DNC Sportservice, Progressive Field (985)
Lauri Hamilton, ARAMARK, Paul Brown Stadium (886)
Emily McKinzie, ARAMARK, Arrowhead Stadium (871)
Katie Bishop, DNC Sportservice, Miller Park (842)
Sharon Taylor, ARAMARK, M&T Bank Stadium (839)
Joseph Collie, ARAMARK, Turner Field (825)
Lydia Parigi, ARAMARK, Heinz Field (823)
John Davidson, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (730)
Katie Hatch, Centerplate, Tropicana Field (714)
Jeana Pierson, DNC Sportservice, Target Field (658)
Kandi Lavoie, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (563)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (515)
Joan Kanzler, ARAMARK, Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View (507)
Doug Carstens, DNC Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (501)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Cheryl Bredestege, ARAMARK, Paul Brown Stadium (569)
Mary Anne Doyle, ARAMARK, Turner Field (461)
Jill Baran, Detroit Tigers (459)
Josephine Wong, ARAMARK, Turner Field (430)
David Ortiz, ARAMARK, San Manuel Amphitheater (426)
Cicely Evans, DNC Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (419)
Katherine Cogswell, ARAMARK, Kauffman Stadium (414)
Francine Hughes, Los Angeles Dodgers (408)
Linda Mezger, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (406)
Raul Sepulveda, ARAMARK, HP Pavilion (400)
Melissa Cushey, Pittsburgh Pirates (397)
Sierra Beshears, Ovations Food Services, Raley Field (390)
Joseph Richard, B.C. Pavilion Corp, B.C. Place (385)
Michelle Nodiff, Madison Square Garden (381)
Theo Powell, Chicago White Sox (377)
Reynaldo Rosario, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (377)
Lynn Cissell, B.C. Pavilion Corp, B.C. Place (376)
Jacklyn McGoldrick, ARAMARK, Heinz Field (370)
Phil Hossler, Ovations Food Services, The Ranch Events Complex (358)
Rose Magallanes, Centerplate, Prudential Center (356)
Cheyenne Smith, Securitas Security Services USA, Yankee Stadium (356)
Victor Ellison, Madison Square Garden (355)
Andrea Pierce, ARAMARK, Turner Field (355)
Joseph Nigro, DNC Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (344)
Keith Rybka, DNC Sportservice, Cleveland Browns Stadium (344)
Janet Koshover, Cincinnati Reds (343)
Bill Barth, Levy Restaurants, U.S. Cellular Field (338)
Diane Volo, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (331)
Jane Chavez, MetLife Stadium (329)
Aaron Schmitt, MetLife Stadium (329)
Jeffrey Tucker, Ovations Food Services, EverBank Field (329)
David Zirilli, ARAMARK, Jiffy Lube Live (328)
Timothy Schmitt, Contemporary Services Corporation, Ralph Wilson Stadium (325)
Roger Zouhar, Elite Show Services (316)
Laurie Clayton, Detroit Tigers (312)
Marie Eslick, DNC Sportservice, Cleveland Browns Stadium (303)
Terrie Hoppe, ARAMARK, Verizon Wireless Ampitheater (303)
Christopher Lawson, Levy Restaurants, Ford Field (302)
Charles Schmidt, Levy Restaurants, Ford Field (302)
Michael Matscherz, ARAMARK, CONSOL Energy Center (287)
Telmo Gil, ARAMARK, Citi Field (286)
Kevin Reid, Madison Square Garden (282)
David Jones, Atlanta Braves (272)
Matthew Krauss, DNC Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (269)
Precioussa Cox, ARAMARK, Honda Center (267)
Brian Humble, ARAMARK, Cricket Wireless Amphitheater (266)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox (266)
Leonard Faulknor, ARAMARK, O.co Coliseum (265)
Brian Siffermann, Texas Rangers (264)
Stephen Musciano, ARAMARK, PNC Park (252)
Rosanne Ingrao, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (250)

2012 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2012, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2012 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2012, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards

Boston Red Sox – MLB
Buffalo Bills – NFL
Chicago White Sox – MLB
Cincinnati Reds – MLB
Cleveland Indians – MLB
Colorado Rockies – MLB
Contemporary Services Corporation at Ralph Wilson Stadium – NFL
Dallas Cowboys – NFL
Denver Broncos – NFL
Detroit Tigers – MLB
Kansas City Royals – MLB
Madison Square Garden – NBA/NHL
MetLife Stadium – NFL
Minnesota Twins – MLB
New England Patriots – NFL
Philadelphia Eagles – NFL
Pittsburgh Pirates – MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers – NFL
San Diego Padres – MLB
Seattle Mariners – MLB
Texas Rangers – MLB

Championship Performance

Atlanta Braves – MLB
Atlanta Falcons – NFL
B.C. Pavilion Corp – MLS
Chicago Bears – NFL
Elite Show Services at Petco Park and Qualcomm Stadium – MLB/NFL
Los Angeles Dodgers – MLB
Securitas Security Services USA at Yankee Stadium – MLB

Excellent Performers

Argus Event Staffing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High – NFL
Oakland Athletics – MLB
Platinum Security and Consulting at Cowboys Stadium – NFL
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bull Arena – MLS

2012 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2012 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2012.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2012.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50
Championship Performance

ARAMARK – Arrowhead Stadium
ARAMARK – Citizens Bank Park
ARAMARK – CONSOL Energy Center
ARAMARK – Coors Field
ARAMARK – Heinz Field
ARAMARK – Honda Center
ARAMARK – Kauffman Stadium
ARAMARK – Lincoln Financial Field
ARAMARK – M&T Bank Stadium
ARAMARK – Paul Brown Stadium
ARAMARK – PNC Park
ARAMARK – Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
ARAMARK – Turner Field
ARAMARK – Verizon Center
ARAMARK – Wells Fargo Center
Centerplate – Tropicana Field
DNC Sportservice – Cleveland Browns Stadium
DNC Sportservice – MetLife Stadium
DNC Sportservice – Progressive Field
DNC Sportservice – Ralph Wilson Stadium
Ovations Food Services – EverBank Field
Ovations Food Services – Raley Field

Excellent Performers

ARAMARK – Angel Stadium of Anaheim
ARAMARK – Blossom Music Center
ARAMARK – Citi Field
ARAMARK – Coolray Field
ARAMARK – HP Pavilion at San Jose
ARAMARK – Jiffy Lube Live
ARAMARK – O.co Coliseum
ARAMARK – San Manuel Amphitheater
ARAMARK – Susquehanna Bank Center
Centerplate – Prudential Center
DNC Sportservice – Lambeau Field
DNC Sportservice – Miller Park
DNC Sportservice – Red Bull Arena
DNC Sportservice – Stockton Arena
DNC Sportservice – U.S. Cellular Field
Levy Restaurants – U.S. Cellular Field
Ovations Food Services – Colorado State University
Ovations Food Services – Chukchansi Park
Ovations Food Services – Knights Stadium
Ovations Food Services – Pensacola Bayfront Stadium

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  • Concessionaires

2011 Trainer Recognition

TEAM Coalition recognizes individual trainers for their commitment to responsible alcohol management training of their operations and concessions employees. Trainers are recognized for the total number of employees they certify in the TEAM program between October 1, 2010 and September 30, 2011.

Greater than 1,000 Employees Certified

Lina Baquero, DNC Sportservice, MetLife Stadium (2,828)
Gerald Barajas, ARAMARK, Coors Field (1,188)

Between 500 and 1,000 Employees Certified

Bruce Bogdanoff, ARAMARK, Tropicana Field (999)
Emily McKinzie, ARAMARK, Kansas City (795)
Kandi Lavoie, Ovations, EverBank Field (696)
Margaret Kalberer, DNC Sportservice, Progressive Field (694)
Roger Zouhar, Elite Show Services, San Diego (665)
Sharon Taylor, ARAMARK, Baltimore (628)
Marie Eslick, DNC Sportservice, Cleveland Browns Stadium (587)
Lauri Hampton, ARAMARK, Quicken Loans Arena (560)
Terrie Hoppe, ARAMARK, Angel Stadium of Anaheim (560)
Andrea White, ARAMARK, Pittsburgh (543)
Sierra Beshears, Ovations, Raley Field (532)
Robert Giacoma, Ovations, Raley Field (532)
Joseph Collie, ARAMARK, Turner Field (526)
Marc Zuckert, Levy Restaurants, Chicago (506)

Between 250 and 500 Employees Certified

Jeana Pierson, DNC Sportservice, Target Field (486)
Glennisha Carroll, DNC Sportservice, Red Bull Arena (468)
Ron Hassett, Ovations, Chuckchansi Park (462)
Michael Smith, Texas Rangers (448)
William Wilde, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (447)
Tim McGrath, Ovations, Chuckchansi Park (441)
Tim Schmitt, Contemporary Services Corporation, Ralph Wilson Stadium (420)
Remy Taylor, ARAMARK, Verizon Center (418)
Julie Taylor, Chicago White Sox (410)
Jill Baran, Detroit Tigers (392)
Doug Carstens, DNC Sportservice, Chicago (383)
Joan Kanzler, ARAMARK, Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View (379)
Jennacy Cruz, Milwaukee Brewers (372)
Stan Brooks, Securitas Security Services USA, Red Bull Arena (369)
Randall Holcomb, ARAMARK, Turner Field (360)
Russell Johnson, Knight Facilities Management, Ralph Wilson Stadium (354)
Brian Childers, ARAMARK, Turner Field (351)
Raul Sepulveda, ARAMARK, HP Pavilion at San Jose (346)
Michael Lyman, ARAMARK, Turner Field (342)
John Davidson, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (330)
Christina Lancaster, ARAMARK, Kansas City (330)
Rosanne Ingrao, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (318)
Kendall Dunwiddie, ARAMARK, Kansas City (314)
Mindy Pevzner, ARAMARK, Turner Field (313)
Anne Wheat, MetLife Stadium (306)
Theo Powell, Chicago White Sox (305)
Beth Genther, ARAMARK, Philadelphia (304)
Meagan Sullivan, New England Patriots (298)
Erin Chmura, DNC Sportservice, Ralph Wilson Stadium (297)
Danielle Alexa, Chicago Cubs (296)
Jim Day, Canucks Sports and Entertainment (296)
Brian Humble, ARAMARK, San Diego (295)
William Sands, Allied Staffing (289)
Eric Giberson, ARAMARK, New Jersey (287)
Kathryn Maninger, DNC Sportservice, St. Louis (284)
Kelly King, Levy Restaurants, Lambeau Field (281)
Samuel White, ARAMARK, Pittsburgh (278)
Janet Koshover, Cincinnati Reds (271)
Matthew Krauss, DNC Sportservice, U.S. Cellular Field (267)
Christian Voigt, Buffalo Bills (267)
Michelle Nodiff, Madison Square Garden (263)
James Kelly, AEG, NOKIA Theatre (260)
William Newell, Levy Restaurants, NOKIA Theatre (260)
Amber Wapner, AEG, NOKIA Theatre (260)
Shaun Barsic, Levy Restaurants, Chicago (255)
Susan Herold, Target Center (254)
Emily Kohler, ARAMARK, Washington, DC (252)

2011 Operations Winners

In fiscal year 2011, more operations staff members of sports teams than ever were certified in TEAM Coalition’s alcohol management program across the leagues and nation. Three categories of awards were given this year. The Prestigious Achievement award recognizes those organizations in which at least 90% of TOTAL STAFF is TEAM certified. The Championship Performance category recognizes those organizations which, in 2011 alone, certified 100% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event. The Excellent Performer category recognizes those organizations which, in 2011, certified more than 50% of the operations staff necessary to operate the building for an average event.

Prestigious Achievement Awards

Buffalo Bills – NFL
Chicago Cubs – MLB
Chicago White Sox – MLB
Cincinnati Reds – MLB
Cleveland Indians – MLB
Colorado Rockies – MLB
Dallas Cowboys – NFL
Denver Broncos – NFL
Kansas City Royals – MLB
MetLife Stadium – NFL
Minnesota Twins – MLB
New England Patriots – NFL
Philadelphia Eagles – NFL
Pittsburgh Pirates – MLB
Pittsburgh Steelers – NFL
San Diego Padres – MLB
Seattle Mariners – MLB
Texas Rangers – MLB

Championship Performance

Boston Red Sox – MLB
Contemporary Services Corporation at Ralph Wilson Stadium – NFL
Contemporary Services Corporation at West Virginia University – NCAA
Detroit Tigers – MLB
Elite Show Services at PETCO Park and Qualcomm Stadium – MLB/NFL
Milwaukee Brewers – MLB
New England Revolution – MLS
S.A.F.E. Management at University of Phoenix Stadium – NFL
Securitas Security Services USA at Red Bulls Arena – MLS

Excellent Performers

Argus Event Staffing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High – NFL
Atlanta Falcons – NFL
Chicago Bears – NFL
Georgia Dome – NFL
Houston Texans – NFL

2011 Concessionaires Winners

During the 2011 fiscal year, concessionaire companies continued to post strong numbers of TEAM-certified employees. TEAM awards include two categories.

The Championship Performance category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2011.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50

The Excellent Performer category is defined by the following table representing the number employees certified in 2011.

Concessionaire: Premium:
MLB or NFL Facilities 1,000 500
MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Live Nation Amphitheatres 500 250
All Other Facilities (max capacity > 7,500) 250 125
All Other Facilities (max capacity < 7,500) 100 50
Championship Performance

ARAMARK – Arrowhead Stadium
ARAMARK – Coors Field
ARAMARK – Heinz Field
ARAMARK – M&T Bank Stadium
ARAMARK – Turner Field
DNC Sportservice – Cleveland Browns Stadium
DNC Sportservice – MetLife Stadium
DNC Sportservice – Progressive Field
DNC Sportservice – Ralph Wilson Stadium
Sodexo – West Virginia University
Ovations – EverBank Field
Ovations – Raley Field

Excellent Performers

ARAMARK – Angel Stadium of Anaheim
ARAMARK – Citi Field
ARAMARK – CONSOL Energy Center
ARAMARK – Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
ARAMARK – HP Pavilion at San Jose
ARAMARK – Jiffy Lube Live
ARAMARK – Lincoln Financial Field
ARAMARK – O.Co Coliseum
ARAMARK – Paul Brown Stadium
ARAMARK – PNC Bank Arts Center
ARAMARK – San Manuel Amphitheater
ARAMARK – Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
ARAMARK – Verizon Center
ARAMARK – Wells Fargo Center
Ovations – Chuckchansi Park
Ovations – PPL Park
DNC Sportservice – Red Bull Arena
DNC Sportservice – Target Field

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