Your 2007 SSAB Members
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Rarely seen without his trademark Kangol hat, Joe Krause aka "Krausey", is the current Director of Sales for the Philadelphia Soul. Joe developed the SSAB concept and his dedication to the idea made it a reality. Some other bio data or catch phrase can go here. |
| Contact info: jkrause@philadelphiasoul.com 215-636-0421 x173 | |
![]() | The father of "Jr. Soulmate" Jessi, Andrew and Sophie, Andrew "Andy" Towne and his wife Shawn have been Soul season ticket holders since the beginning.
Andy is a former football player for Rutgers' Scarlet Knights. In 1997 he became the Founder and CEO of executive search firm Hobbs & Towne, Inc. Andy brings decades of sports drive and sales experience to the board. |
| Contact info: andy@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | This Blackwood NJ resident has been a season ticket holder since 2004. Accompanying him to the games are his wife of 25 years Elsa, and their daughter Meghan.
An aerial lineman for Peco Energy for 38 years, Bernie wants to help make sure the Soul exceeds the expectations of every fan that buys a ticket. |
| Contact info: bernie@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | Born and raised in Philadelphia Bill is a graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High school. After high school he spent several years in the United States Marine Corps. Returning home, Bill spent years learning collision repair before starting Executive Auto Body in 1983.
Bill brings that hard working, no nonsense mentality to the SSAB. He and his wife Carol have three children and four grandchildren. And both share a love of Bon Jovi and the Soul. |
| Contact info: bill@yoursoulboard.com | |
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Born and raised in the Delaware Valley area and a current Chester County resident. Chris has been Vice-President of the Delaware Valley Hockey League (DVHL) for the past several years. Fun and affordable sports entertainment for families drew her to the Soul.
Chris brings many years of sports management, marketing, and public relations experience to the board. She welcomes fan's ideas, comments, or suggestions. |
| Contact info: chris@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | Dan is the only board member with prior AFL business experience. A former part of the Austin Wranglers administration, Dan headed east to take the position of Director of Football Operations for the University of Pennsylvania.
Dan has relocated to join the staff of the Univesity of Wet Virignia staff. |
| Contact info: dan@yoursoulboard.com | |
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As a profession George has been providing emergency services to the public since 1987 as a Firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, Police Officer and an Emergency Management Coordinator. When he is not working George enjoys attending games as a season ticket holder for Philadelphia sports including the Phantoms, Wings and of course the Soul.
George is happy to assist other fans and help make their Soul experience a fun and enjoyable event. |
| Contact info: george@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | Jen recently moved to Philadelphia, tired of traveling up from Ohio by bus for games for the past four years. Aside from football, her involvement in the Soul is driven by her interest in the organization’s community initiatives.
A classical musician and non-profit manager, she is the Administrative Coordinator for the new Soul Band & Drumline and Managing Director of The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival. |
| Contact info: jennifer@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | They call him “The Communicator”. Joe Panichelli, now Director of Sales, enters his 10th year with Wissahickon Mt. Spring Water. Joe’s efforts continue to help Wissahickon thrive as one of the most successful Independent Bottled Water Companies in the United States.
Joe is happily married to Patty (26 years and counting) and has 2 children, Joe 21 and Jillian 17. Joe and his family reside in Chester County, PA. |
| Contact info: joe@yoursoulboard.com | |
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Matt brings nothing to the table. Well nothing but questions about when the next smoke break is He does have a long standing interest in the AFL and some knowledge of the game. Oh, and he does some web stuff. Pretty much the only reason he's kept on the board. |
| Contact info: matt@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | Melissa brings 24 years of business experience to the SSAB. Seven years as fanclub co-ordinator for music icon Peter Frampton taught her how to reach out to fans.
Melissa wants everyone to feel the excitment and thrill of being part of the Soul family. |
| Contact info: melissa@yoursoulboard.com | |
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| Contact info: rosemarie@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | Currently an Account Manager for Advanced Hospitality Systems, Tim has 31 Years In Multi-Unit Restaurant Management.
Like the other board members Tim is doing this for the love of the indoor game. Improving the fan experience is Tim's goal while serving on the board. |
| Contact info: tim@yoursoulboard.com | |
![]() | The self described "family guy" of the board. Yale is a single father with two young children going to Soul games from day one. When home games aren't enough, Yale's been known to travel as far as Orlando to watch the Soul play.
Yale helps keep fun in focus for fans with families. |
| Contact info: yale@yoursoulboard.com | |

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