Sales Staff
Mike Kenney
Sales Representative, mike@sportop.com, 346-5400
With 14 years of experience, Mike provides exceptional insight into the industry. Mike's goal is to provide outstanding customer service in a timely, friendly and efficient manner and to continue to develop and maintain strong relationships with his valued customers.
Rachel De Franceschi
Sales Representative, rachel@sportop.com, 346-5400 extension 26
With 12 years experience in customer service and sales, including 5+ years of industry experience, Rachel understands and appreciates the goals and ambitions of her customers. Rachel's cheerful personality contributes to a positive overall experience as she strives to offer the perfect promotional solution.
Derek Geddes
Sales Representative, derek@sportop.com, 346-5400 extension 20
Derek has 18 years of experience in selling promotional products. He prides himself on excellent customer service and putting his customers needs as his number one priority. Derek is also very involved in the community as he coaches his son's hockey team as well as being Vice-President of the KC Hockey Organization. He is married to Debbie and has three wonderful children Nate, Carly and Erica.
Franco Veneruzzo
Sales Representative, franco@sportop.com, 346-5400 extension 21
Franco compliments a unique range of expertise in sport and event management, with over 15 years experience in customer service and sales.
A formal educational background in both Business Sales & Marketing (Loyalist College, Belleville ON) and Recreation & Leisure (Confederation College), Franco specializes in school programs, teams, leagues, clubs, small business, special event, and athletic tournament accounts.
Ron Zweep
General Manager, ron@sportop.com, 346-5400, extension 14
Joining Sportop in 2006, Ron previously held a number of senior management and customer service positions in both the manufacturing and service sectors for the past 19 years.
Ron is focused on developing operational solutions that improve company performance, offer a positive work environment for our team and create exceptional experiences for our customers.
A lifelong Thunder Bay resident, Ron is involved in numerous community projects and enjoys a variety of outdoor activities year round. A devoted sports fan Ron likes to cheer for his two favorite sports teams, Boston Bruins and Washington Redskins.
Ron looks forward to being of service to you.
Gary Littlefield
Sales Representative, gary@sportop.com, 346-5400 ext. 11
Gary has worked at Sportop for 27 years and 3 years prior to that as a independent Sales Rep. Gary's main focus is resort sales, events, corporate clients, health care, and league sports.
Gary focus is on quick, efficient service and he prides himself on effective communication ensuring that the customers get what they want and need with their orders. This has contributed to him building strong relationships with his customers.
Gary's other interests are his family, golf, swimming, walking and biking.