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Executive Leadership Team

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About the Team

The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games is led by an Executive Leadership Team with broad corporate and nonprofit experience who support the ongoing growth and development of the USA Games. As leaders, we believe in the power of sports to bring people together, break down barriers, and celebrate each person’s unique talents.

Team Members
Christy_Sovereign
Christy Sovereign
Chief Executive Officer
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April 17, 2023 03:24 PM
Tracy_Tish
Tracy Tish
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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April 17, 2023 03:27 PM
Mary_Horwath
Mary Horwath
Chief Marketing Officer
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April 17, 2023 03:32 PM
Linda Lindamood, VP Operations
Linda Lindamood
Senior Vice President, Operations
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May 22, 2023 02:03 PM
Lonnie_Snyder
Lonnie Snyder
Chief Technology and Information Officer
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April 17, 2023 03:36 PM
Judy_Vijums
Judy Vijums
Chief Financial Officer
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April 17, 2023 03:39 PM
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Kevin Quiring
Chief Development Officer
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August 07, 2023 07:34 PM
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Seann DeMaris
Senior Vice President, Sports
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December 22, 2023 10:55 AM
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Kristina Schatz
Senior Vice President, Special Events
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March 18, 2024 09:59 AM
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