Ludus: Track and Field Tours

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Learn about Team Ludus.  Who are we?  We’re athletes, we’re entrepreneurs, we're fun and we’re excited about creating your next unforgettable experience! Grab a seat next to any one of us at the next Ludus dinner and you won't be let down...!

Interested in joining us? Check out our current opportunities.

 
 
Raffaella Cinti email
Director of Operations, UK

Hometown: Torino, Italia
Education: Economics, University of Parma
Favorite Vacation: Sardigna
Favorite Event: Olympics

Raffa fell in love with the Olympic Games when it was hosting in 2006 in her host city of Torino, Italy. She loves laughing and sharing emotions, experiences, meals and drinks with others. Like most Europeans, she speaks a plethora of languages. She has lived in Beijing, Vancouver, Johannesburg and most recently -- Rio -- while managing operations for Ludus.
 
 
Adam Dailey
Managing Director

Hometown: Austin, TX
Education: MBA, Univ. of Arkansas
Favorite Vacation: Greek Islands
Favorite Event: Olympics

Adam oversees day-to-day management of Ludus, as well as new business development opportunities and overall Ludus strategy. As a former athlete Adam competed in the Olympic Trials in 2000. Rio 2016 will be his 5th Olympic Games.
 
 
Ray Leonard Jr. email
Vice President, Sales

Hometown: Potomac, MD
Education: Ohio University
Favorite Event: Summer Game

Ray joins us from his own company, Leonard Sports Management, where he oversaw a roster of many high profile clients from boxing to NASCAR. Ray also developed, managed and organized high-level events for celebrity clients and corporate organizations, increasing their exposure and market value. He brings great experience both in business and sports to the Ludus team. He is married with four children.
 
 
Brian Melekian email
Vice President, Operations and Strategy

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Education: USC (Univ. of Spoiled Children)
Favorite Event: UFL

Brian brings over 15 years experience in sports & building things – teams, stadiums & leagues. After joining the Los Angeles Galaxy in its infancy, he went on to help build & open the Home Depot Center and manage the daily operations for 4 years. Most recently he oversaw all operations for the United Football League. When you don’t find him work, he’s probably swimming, biking or running somewhere.
 
 
Nathan Goodson email
Director of Marketing

More info coming soon...
 
 
Jessica Dailey email
Vice President, Tours

Hometown: Round Rock, TX
Education: MBA, European University
Favorite Vacation: Australia
Favorite Event: Olympics

At Ludus, Jessica is in charge of tours and is Ludus' Den Mother. She offers a great blend of business knowledge and passion for hospitality. Jessica was a former All-American standout at the University of Arkansas. She and her husband, Adam, competed at the 2000 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials. She resides in San Diego with Adam and their two children.
     
 
Larkin Geyer email
Account Manager

Hometown: Austin, TX
Education: University of Texas
Favorite Vacation: Santorini
Favorite Event: Olympics

Larkin joing us from the U.S. Olympic Committee and most recently Active Network. A former collegiate athlete, Larkin's passionate about sports—although favoritism will always lie with her Texas Longhorns. Larkin has lived abroad in Spain and Panama and enjoys blabbling in Spanish.
     
 
Melinda Pitsaros email
Account Manager

Hometown: Southern California
Education: Commercial Recreation, University of Arkansas
Favorite Vacation: Sailing, Anywhere
Favorite Event: Olympics

At the moment Melinda is loving her job at Ludus combining her talents and passions and she is counting down the says until the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. Who is ready to join her?
     
 
Riley Stricklin email
Account Manager

Hometown: Wakefield, RI
Education: University of Delaware
Favorite Event: World Cup


Originally from the small state of Rhode Island, Riley joins Ludus with a true passion for traveling, sports and the Olympic environment. Bringing with him his experiences working for ESPN as well as the Olympic and Action Sports division at Octagon, he couldn't be more thrilled to be putting his skills to use as a member of the Ludus family. When not in the office, Riley spends his free time surfing, playing soccer and just enjoying the active outdoor lifestyle that San Diego has to offer.
     
 
Danielle Cotten email
Festivals/Events Manager

Hometown: Luzern, Switzerland
Education: BA in Cultural Studies
Favorite Vacation: India
Favorite Event: Oktoberfest

Danielle brings some European flair to Ludus! Coming from Switzerland, she will be the host for our Oktoberfest as well as the Pamplona tours. Danielle started coordinating events and parties as a teenager and worked as a Human Resources Event Manager for PwC in Switzerland prior to Ludus. Have a beer with her at the Oktoberfest and learn more about her passion for languages and cultures!
     
 
Ashley Hernandez email
Executive Assistant

Hometown: Temecula, CA
Education: San Diego State University
Favorite Event: FIFA World Cup

A former collegiate athlete from San Diego State, Ashley began coaching competitive soccer in Point Loma shortly after graduating in 2009. She considers playing and coaching soccer to be her biggest passions. passionate about playing and coaching soccer. When not coaching or playing, you can most likely find her at a concert.
     
 
Trixie Bluvstein email
Operations Coordinator

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Education: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Favorite Vacation: Bucksport, ME
Favorite Event: Summer Games

After spending time coordinating events in Chicago, and a few years of skiing and snowboarding in Vail, Colorado Trixie has made her way to sunny San Diego to join the Ludus team. She is an athlete at heart competing in skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and running all her life. Traveling is an obsession for Trixie which stemmed from a semester abroad in Rio, England and a summer backpacking to 14 European countries. She is beyond thrilled to head back to Rio this summer!
     
 
Brennan McMeeken email
Staff Accountant

Hometown: San Diego, CA
Education: San Diego State University
Favorite Event: Summer Games

Brennan joins Ludus as recent graduate from San Diego State with his degree in Business Accounting. He brings to the organization an interest in finance and accounting combined with enthusiasm for all sporting events. In his free time, Brennan enjoys playing basketball, running, hiking and reading.