Dylan is originally from Ohio and a graduate of Tiffin University. He most recently worked for the Memphis Redbirds as their Manager of Group Sales and has previously worked with the Gwinnett Stripers, Peoria Chiefs, Lake County Captains, and West Michigan Whitecaps. Dylan has experience with multiple ticket software systems and has run box offices for several teams. He is married with two dogs at home.

When not at the stadium, he can be found rooting on his favorite sports teams, collecting baseball cards, and attending concerts.

Nate grew up in a small town in central MA, about an hour outside of Boston. He graduated from Franklin Pierce University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Recreation Management. During his time there, he worked a full-time job in the food service industry and during his senior year he interned in the athletic department working gameday operations with the softball team and both men’s and women’s lacrosse teams.

Prior to joining the Dayton Dragons, Nate spent seven years working with the Worcester Bravehearts baseball team and found a passion for creating memorable experiences for every fan who walked through our gates. Nate started as a Group Experience Coordinator, was promoted to Director of Sales, and has spent the past three seasons serving as the Assistant General Manager.

During his free time, he enjoys staying active in the gym, listening to Boston sports talk radio, improving his cooking skills, and one day hopes to learn how to play piano.

Austin was born and raised in Washington Court House, Ohio. He graduated from Ohio Northern University in May of 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and a Minor in Marketing. He was a part of the baseball team all four years during his time at Ohio Northern. After graduation, he moved to Daytona Beach where he spent the last two years working as an Account Executive for NASCAR. While working for NASCAR, he found a true passion in working within the sports industry.

He enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, golfing, working out, and going to sporting events in his free time.

Andrew hails from Barrington, Illinois outside of Chicago. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 2017 with a Bachelor’s in Sports Management with a business minor.

Prior to working with the Dragons, he completed internships in stadium operations and ticketing with the Madison Mallards and Kansas City Monarchs baseball teams and had a brief job in ticket sales with the Wichita Thunder hockey team.

In his free time, he enjoys quality time with family, spending time in nature, and is a huge fan of all Chicago sports teams and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. He currently lives in Kettering with wife, Jillian, and their pets, Pip and Atticus.

Adam was born and raised in Kettering. He graduated from Central State University with a degree in Business Administration with a focus in marketing and was also a part of the men's volleyball team. Adam was an Dragons Sports Management Assistant for one year and that is where he found his passion for ticket sales.

When not working Adam enjoys coaching volleyball, playing sand volleyball, and traveling.

Kylie has lived across different locales, from Ohio and Florida to her most recent home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania prior to working with the Dragons. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a specialization in Media Arts Studies and Animation from Ohio University.

Combining her skills in marketing and graphic design, Kylie has successfully held two concurrent positions. She served as the In-house Designer for a Microsoft consultant company, showcasing her creativity and marketing acumen. Simultaneously, she brought her passion for sports and design to the forefront as the Gameday and Graphic Assistant for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Over four seasons with the Steelers' Scoreboard and Video team, Kylie has not only honed her skills but has also found inspiration for her continued journey into the dynamic world of sports entertainment.

Beyond her dedication to her favorite sports teams, Kylie finds joy in reading, indulging in the latest pop culture, spoiling her dog, and exploring new cities.

Shawn was born and raised in northeast Iowa. He grew up playing and watching sports and completed four internships in sports while attending the University of Northern Iowa, where he graduated from with a degree in Communications - Electronic Media. Prior to joining the Dragons, he was the Director of Marketing for a health insurance company and is experienced in the Marketing/Graphic Design industry.

He enjoys concerts, watching sports, exercising, and reading non-fiction in his free time.

Geoffrey Vollette was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH. He graduated from Miami University (OH) with a Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications and Digital Media. Geoffrey Vollette brings over a decade of experience in video production, digital content, and storytelling across sports, film, nonprofit, and live music. A fourth-generation baseball fan, Geoffrey’s love for sports runs deep.

In his free time, Geoffrey enjoys watching movies, rock climbing, and spending time with family and friends.

Daniel was born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, where he graduated from Lexington Christian Academy in 2022. He interned with the Murray State University Athletic Department and Northern Kentucky University’s Men’s Basketball team before joining the Dragons as a Sport Management Assistant for the 2024 season.

In his free time, Daniel enjoys freelance creative work on social media and keeping up with all things Reds, Bengals, and Florida State.

Lamont was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated from the University of Miami with his bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a minor in Sport Administration and US History. During his time in Miami, Lamont worked as an intern in the University’s ticket sales department and as a manager for the men’s basketball team. In addition to his work with the University, he also worked with the Miami Heat as a box office representative. After graduation, Lamont began working for PPG Paints in their management development program. Upon completion of the training program, he relocated to San Angelo, TX, where he spent the last 3 years managing one of the company’s retail establishments.

An avid sports fan growing up, Lamont enjoys cheering for his hometown Philadelphia sports teams as well as all things Miami Hurricanes in college athletics. He is excited about returning to work in the sports industry and living/working in Dayton.

Geshan joins the Dragons in 2023 as a radio broadcaster and media relations assistant. He is a product of Miami University and a native of Oxford, Ohio. He served as the radio voice of the Mansfield Destroyers of the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2021 season, and assisted the Dragons Media Relations department in 2022. At Miami, Geshan was the sports director at WMSR, the student-operated radio station and handled play-by-play for RedHawks football, men’s and women’s basketball, and hockey. He also served as a sideline reporter for Miami basketball on ESPN3 and ESPN+. Geshan did play-by-play and sideline reporting for Chatterbox Sports throughout the Cincinnati area, covering high school and college athletics. Geshan attended Talawanda High School and was the student body President there in 2018.

Karen is from Dayton, graduating from Northridge High School. She furthered her education at Sinclair Community College and North Lake College in Irving, Texas, focusing on accounting and business management. Karen now resides with her husband in a historic home in Waynesville, Ohio.

She enjoys renovating her home, working in the yard, music, boating, and watching all types of sports. Karen is proud of her brother who was part of and performed as an opera singer for the Arlington Metropolitan Choir in Arlington, Virginia.

Born and raised in New Carrollton, Maryland, Cathy moved to Liberty Township, Ohio in the fall of 1993. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication from Towson University in Towson, Maryland. Her passion for hospitality began with her very first job out of college at a hotel front desk, where she discovered how much she enjoyed creating memorable experiences for guests. Cathy brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a career focused primarily on hotel, event center, and catering sales. She also has a long‑standing passion for wedding planning and coordination, which has shaped her approach to service, detail, and relationship‑building.

A lifelong sports enthusiast, Cathy can often be found watching ESPN or attending high school, collegiate, or professional sporting events. She continues to reside in Liberty Township with her husband and their canine companion, Peanut. She is also the proud mother of two adult children. In her spare time, Cathy enjoys reading, gardening, spending time with friends, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.

Kaylie was born at Fort Carson in Colorado, but raised in Troy, Ohio. She graduated from Bluffton University in 2020, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Minor in Coaching while playing volleyball there. She started with the Dragons as a Sports Management Assistant in 2021.

In her free time, she loves spending time with friends and family, playing volleyball, trivia, and going to Ohio State football games and other sporting events.

Tanner Buhrts was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He went to the University of Cincinnati (UC) where he majored in Marketing, specialized in Sport Administration, and graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree from the Carl H. Lindner College of Business. While attending UC, he was a student equipment manager for the Bearcats football team. After graduation, Tanner continued his education, earning his MBA from The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business.

Tanner comes to the Dragons after serving as a Tournament Operations Intern with the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. He was also an intern for the Cincinnati Reds, where his team sold and raised a record of $1.6 million to support the Reds Community Fund. Tanner also worked as a team member at Menards and as a Sponsorship Coordinator for The TEAM Productions in Columbus.

Tanner currently resides in Galloway, Ohio with his beautiful wife and two dogs, Cliff and Murphy. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, spoiling his dogs, playing disc golf, playing fantasy football, and rooting for all Cincinnati sports teams.

Garrett Spikes is a Dayton native who graduated from Oakwood High School in 2017. He attended West Virginia University and graduated with a degree in Broadcast Journalism in the summer of 2023. Garrett spent the 2023 season with the Dragons as a Sport Management Assistant, while also working for the City of Kettering as a Youth Program Leader. He’s excited to combine his passion for sports with his love of working with others in his new role with the Dragons.

Garrett enjoys playing basketball, watching all things Star Wars, and cheering on his favorite sports teams, the Chicago Bulls and Baltimore Ravens in his free time.

Sami Jones from Venedocia, Ohio. Graduated from Wright State University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s in Wellness Studies and The University of Iowa in 2020 with a Bachelor’s in Sport and Recreation Management. Most recently, Sami spent the 2022 season with the Dragons as a Sport Management Assistant.

Sami enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching and coaching sports especially her niece and nephew’s various sports and activities, working on the family farm, and giving back to the various communities that have impacted her life and career.