Bucks Make Front Office Changes

June 7, 2011 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Laredo Bucks News Release


LAREDO, TX: The Laredo Bucks, of the Central Hockey League, announce President, General Manager and Director of Ticket Operations.

Donald Thomson, previously the Vice-President of Sales, has been named President. As the new President, Thomson will lead the business side of the organization. Thomson has passionately led the ticketing and corporate sales departments since January 2009. As President, he will continue to guide the sales departments as well as other facets within the organization. While under his leadership, the Laredo Bucks have been nominated for numerous CHL Awards including Group Sales Franchise of the Year and Corporate Partnership Executive of the Year. Thomson helped the Laredo Bucks win the Corporate Partnership Franchise of the Year in 2007-2008. "I feel tremendously blessed to be given this opportunity by Glenn and the Laredo Bucks. Glenn gave me my first opportunity directly out of Texas A&M, and to have the ability to be in this type of leadership position is a blessing from Glenn, and more importantly, from God. I look forward to working in this new role, and to continue working with Nicole Kupaks, Jennifer Beckelhymer, Coach Dube, and all the tremendous staff members we have on board," stated Donald Thomson.

Nicole Kupaks, previously the Vice-President of Business Operations, has been named General Manager. As General Manager, Kupaks will continue to create the schedule for the Bucks, work with player housing, immigration, travel arrangements, press releases and community efforts for the team. Coach Dube will continue to be in charge of player personnel and Kupaks will work with Coach Dube in all other aspects of hockey operations. "I am very excited about this new opportunity within the organization. I have been blessed to work with an outstanding staff including Donald Thomson, Jennifer Beckelhymer, and Coach Dube. I cannot thank Glenn Hart enough for giving me this opportunity. He continues to be an incredible owner and the best person I have ever had the opportunity to work for. I truly love this organization and look forward to the upcoming season," says Kupaks.

Samantha Cuppen, previously a Ticket Account Executive, has been named Director of Ticket Operations. Cuppen will oversee all season ticket sales, group sales, and event nights. Samantha joined the Laredo Bucks for the 2010-2011 season and proved herself as one of the top account executives the Bucks have ever had. When asked how she felt about her new position Samantha stated, "I'm very excited to have accepted the Director of Ticket Operations position with the Laredo Bucks. I'm working hard using the skills I've learned in the past so that I can have a larger impact on the fans and the positive experiences they have with the Bucks and their friends & family."

"I am excited to expand the roles of Donald, Nicole, and Samantha in the Bucks organization. They along with Jennifer and Serge form the "Management Team" of the Bucks. Besides their talent and work ethic, which I have observed over many years, they have the most important element to successfully lead the Bucks, which is passion," stated Glenn Hart.

2011-12 BUCKS SEASON TICKETS

Call 718-BUCK (2825) today to get your 2011-12 Bucks season tickets!

BUCKS IN THE COMMUNITY

To schedule an appearance by a Bucks Player, Coach Dube, Bucky, or member of the front office staff contact Nicole Kupaks at (956)523-6590, or e-mail her at nkupaks@laredobucks.com.

BECOME A BUCKS CORPORATE PARTNER

Your company can become a vital part of the Laredo Bucks family by reaching our fans with your business message. To create a customized advertising package for your company, contact Donald Thomson at (956) 523-7711, or dthomson@laredobucks.com.



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