Staff
Eric Sawyer, President / CEO
509-742-9371, erics@spokanesports.org
Head Hauncho. El Capitan. The Big Cheese. No matter what you call him, Eric is a guy passionate about sports with a 17-year history as President of the Sports Commission. Not always do you see him in the forefront, but behind the scenes he is working hard to support his staff and ensure the resources they need to host the very best events. He is responsible for the overall management and operation of the sports commission while ensuring compliance with board policies, directives, and budget controls.
Chris Frye, Ph.D., Vice President Sports Marketing / Research
509-742-9389, chrisf@spokanesports.org
Although Chris spends many a night out traveling the country scouting our next events, he also takes a very hands-on approach facilitating each event that comes to Spokane. Chris directs the strategy, research, and sales efforts in order to attract and develop sports events and activities that generate an economic impact for our region.
Jodi Kayler, Vice President Marketing & Communications
509-742-9396, jodik@spokanesports.org
Jodi is the resident creative and tech junkie. She develops and manages strategies for all marketing, communications, and public relations for the Sports Commission and our events.
Brad Moeller, Director Event Services & Corporate Development
509-363-6825, bradm@spokanesports.org
Directs the department with its event management, operational, and consulting role. Coordinates the management of Sports Commission owned events while also ensuring commitments to local organizing committees are fulfilled.
Juli Jones, Event Services
509-363-2682, julij@spokanesports.org
No event would happen without Juli. Master of all logistics, Juli provides event coordination, management, and technical support to local organizing committees and the events owned by the Sports Commission.
Barb Anzivino, Office Manager
509-456-5812, barba@spokanesports.org
Barb has the not-so-easy task of keeping the office running smooth as well as managing and administering the Sports Commission's policies, financials, and budgets. On top of that, she writes the all the checks, so she is a popular person around here.
Ashley Barker, Research & Marketing Assistant
509-456-5812, ashleyb@spokanesports.org
Ashley is all about the details. From athlete registrations to catering agreements, she's got it handled. On top of that, she is out recruiting and training our great group of interns and volunteers.
