Martin Lind - Owner / CEO
A fourth-generation farmer of German descent in the Windsor area, Martin Lind became a land developer in 1985 after working in the agricultural, oil and gas businesses. Martin is the CEO of The Water Valley Company, a multifaceted Windsor-based organization that owns and develops residential, commercial, and retail real estate in Northern Colorado, while also operating four restaurants, two golf courses and other entertainment ventures. Martin has been instrumental in developing several emerging commercial, business, and industrial areas in Northern Colorado's fastest growing region. The 180-acre Eagle Crossing business park, as well as the Windsor Iron Mountain Autoplex and the now iconic Westlake Mall located in Greeley, and The Brands at the Ranch, all shine as exemplary examples of Lind's work. In 1990, he purchased land around the Cache la Poudre River with the vision of mining the aggregate and then reclaiming the land for a residential golf community featuring five man-made lakes. In 1995, ground was broken for the Water Valley master-planned community to encompass 1,500 acres and 2,600 residential units. Nine years later, Water Valley was recognized by the state as the Premier Reclamation Project. In total, Lind is involved with nearly 4,000 acres of real estate in Northern Colorado. Included in Water Valley is the 27-hole Pelican Lakes Resort & Golf that also features The Lodge & Sand Bar at Pelican Lakes, and in 2021 he opened the W Club, a state-of-the-art health fitness facility. Water Valley's sister master-planned community, RainDance, broke ground in the fall of 2017 and is home to a half-dozen different home builders that have constructed 2,800 dwelling units. RainDance is in Windsor just west of Water Valley and features the largest water park in Northern Colorado, the RainDance River Resort, and in 2022 it welcomed the 18-hole RainDance National Resort & Golf. In addition to his many development projects, Lind donated over $1 million to aid in the completion of the Larimer County Fairgrounds and Events Center complex. In the early 2000's a group of local investors, led by Martin, was influential in creating the Colorado Eagles. Lind is now the sole owner of the American Hockey League-affiliated Colorado Eagles, a team that has captured four league championships since its inception in 2003. Martin and wife of nearly 40 years, Viki, are involved in numerous philanthropic efforts all around the state and make their home in Windsor where they've raised four children and 14 grandchildren. In his free time, Martin enjoys golfing, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
Ryan Bach - President / Alternate Governor
The Colorado Eagles inaugural season goaltender has been a member of the Eagles hockey operations staff as goaltending coach since 2005, helping guide the organization to a President's Cup championship title in the CHL, as well as back-to-back ECHL Kelly Cup Championships in 2017 and 2018. His duties were expanded heading into the 2007-08 season when he was named assistant coach and served as interim head coach. In addition, the 50-year-old also spent nine seasons providing color commentary during Colorado Eagles radio broadcasts. He now enters his third full season as the team's President and Alternate Governor.
Prior to joining the Eagles, Bach played eight seasons of professional hockey, including two
stops in the NHL with the Detroit Red Wings and Los Angeles Kings. Bach attended Colorado College for four seasons, finishing with a 53-19-8 record with the Tigers. He was an All-WCHA First Team Goaltender twice, as well as being named a two-time All-American. He started his career in the Red Wings' system playing for Adirondack of the AHL. The following season, he played for the Houston Aeros and was selected as an IHL All-Star. In his last two seasons before coming to Colorado, Bach won two straight British Ice Hockey Superleague Championships with the Sheffield Steelers and Belfast Giants. He finished up his pro career with the Eagles going 33-15-5.
In addition to his nearly four decades of playing and coaching experience, Bach also owned and managed the RE/MAX Eagle Rock real estate brokerage, which he began in 2011. He and his family currently reside in Windsor where he has lived for the past 20 years. The Sherwood Park, Alberta native is the fourth President and Alternate Governor in team history.
Jennifer Dollarhide - Vice President, Finance
Jennifer joined the Eagles in 2004 and is the team's Vice President of Finance. In her role, she oversees all team finances and handles several upper-management duties. She is a Colorado native and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado. In her spare time, she enjoys sports, shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Michele Weinland - Executive Assistant
Michele is a passionate Executive Assistant dedicated to helping others. With a background in the nonprofit world, she is excited to join the Eagles organization.
In addition to her executive assistant duties, Michele will assist at the front desk of the Eagles office. Her commitment to providing exceptional service and strong interpersonal skills make her a valuable asset to the team.
Originally from Wheaton, Illinois, Michele has lived in Loveland, Colorado, for 20 years with her husband, three daughters, and beloved dog. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Michele is thrilled to be a part of the Eagles organization and looks forward to attending games and supporting the team.
Michele has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2024.
Gavin Riches - Executive Vice President
Gavin is the head of the Eagles Corporate Department. He oversees business operations and development for the Colorado Eagles. In this role, Gavin manages corporate partnerships and activation, game day experience, events center relationships, creation of new themed promotions, marketing integration and general business strategy.
Gavin is originally from Birmingham, England and is a graduate of Colorado State University, with a degree in marketing and international business. During his time with the Eagles, Gavin has won CHL Corporate Sales Executive of the year in 2008, 2009, 2010 and the AHL Ken McKenzie Award in 2022.
Gavin has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2003.
Ben Peal - Director, Corporate Partnerships
Ben serves as the Eagles' Director of Corporate Partnerships.
Ben is originally from Aurora, Colorado and graduated from Colorado State University in 2000. He served as an intern in 2001-02 with the Nashville Predators before coming back to Colorado and working for the Eagles. Ben enjoys camping, fishing, hunting, golf, climbing 14ers and playing hockey. He and his wife live in Windsor with their dog and 2 children.
Cody Bathauer - Manager, Corporate Partnerships & Client Services
Cody is an Account Executive for the team. In this role, he works in a hybrid role between the corporate and ticketing departments. Assisting in corporate fulfillment, building partner relationships and creating opportunities for groups of fans to enjoy Eagles games.
Cody is originally from Windsor, Colorado and graduated from SNHU with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management.
Cody has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2021.
Sean Linfield - Vice President, Ticket Sales
Sean is the head of the Eagles Ticket Sales department. In this role, he manages, develops, and implements business strategies for the ticketing and marketing departments which include sales, service, promotions, and operations. His goal is to enable his team to be successful and help continue to build on the long-standing tradition of Eagles hockey. "The team doesn’t begin or end at the bench, it extends to our entire office and fanbase, and takes a collective effort from everyone to be successful!"
Sean is a Colorado native born and raised in Silverthorne, Colorado and he graduated from Colorado State University in 2011 with his degree in Business Management. Sean has been with the organization for over a decade.
Sean has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2012.
Jack Allard - Director, Ticket Sales
Jack is the Eagles Ticket Sales Director. In his role, he helps manage the ticketing department, sell season ticket packages, mini plans and group outings as well as provides customer service during all Eagles home games. After spending 2 seasons as a marketing and promotions intern, Jack was hired on in the Ticket Sales department and has been with the Eagles full-time for 7 years.
Jack was born in Cleveland, Ohio and grew up in Naperville, Illinois. He graduated from Colorado State University in 2015 with a degree in Communications and a minor in Business.
Jack has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2016.
Ryan Nugent - Manager, Ticket Retention & Referrals
Ryan is the Eagles' Ticket Retention & Referals Manager. In this position, he oversees most accounts that have been around since the inaugural season providing customer service needs to all. He helps with planning Season Ticket Events for our amazing season ticket members. You can find Ryan at Guest Services most nights helping answer questions on the team, upcoming games, promotional nights, and events.
Ryan is originally from Aurora, Colorado and graduated from Aims Community College with an associate's degree of Applied Science (Graphic Design). Ryan currently lives in Fort Collins, Colorado with his wife, two daughters and rescue Pitbull, "Reggie".
Ryan has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2017.
Joey Gargano - Account Executive
Joey is an Account Executive for the Eagles, where he sells the full menu of ticketing options while providing excellent customer service to new and existing Eagles fans to ensure a fun and memorable experience at the games! Joey comes to the Colorado Eagles having worked in the American Hockey League for the past two seasons with the Edmonton Oilers affiliate, The Bakersfield Condors. Originally from Ventura, California, he grew up playing hockey at a young age and transitioned into coaching. Joey attended Ventura College as well as Missouri State University. He now resides is Windsor, CO with his dog, Zeus.
Joey has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2023.
Adam Hopkins - Ticket Sales Representative
Adam is a Ticket Sales Representative for the Eagles, where he sells Single-Game and Group Ticket Packages such as Birthdays, Chuck-a-Pucks, and any other Group Outings. Whether that is for new or existing Eagles fans, he strives to provide the utmost service to ensure amazing experiences at our games. Adam is a Colorado native born and raised in Lafayette, Colorado, and he graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Sport Management.
Adam has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2024.
Kevin McGlue - Vice President, Communications & Broadcasting
Kevin is the head of the Eagles Communication department and has been “The Voice of the Eagles” since the 2009-10 season. In this role, he provides the play-by-play broadcast for all Eagles games, both home and away. Kevin also handles all official communications for the team, including game notes for each contest.
Kevin is originally from Lakewood, Colorado and got a Bachelor's of Science in Business from the University of Colorado at Denver. He has been a part of the Eagles broadcast for 18 of the team’s first 20 seasons and has worked for the organization in a full-time capacity for 15 years. Kevin has also spent 21 seasons as a member of the Colorado State University football broadcast, working in a variety of roles including play-by-play, color commentary and sideline reporting.
Kevin has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2005.
Emily Ostapovich - Marketing Director / Creative Director
Emily is both the Marketing and Creative Director for the Colorado Eagles. In this dual role, she oversees both the marketing coordination and direction, as well as the brand identity and overall look and feel for the organization. In addition to these duties, she is the RESPECT program liaison between the Eagles front office and the AHL. Emily was born in San Diego, California but grew up in Fort Collins. She attended and played soccer at Pacific University inititally before transferring to Colorado State University. In 2003, she graduated from C.S.U. with a Bachelor in Fine Arts. Emily has been with the Colorado Eagles since August 2003.
Reno Boyd - Director, Video Production
Reno is the Eagles' Video Production Director. In this role he oversees and creates content for the gameday event production team as well as creates marketing content for the team's social channels.
Reno is from Highlands Ranch, Colorado. He attended Colorado Mesa University for one year and Colorado State University for four where he graduated with a degree in Communication Studies.
Reno has won 7 Heartland Emmys, 1 Colorado Broadcasters Association Award and an Associated Press Award.
Reno has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2021.
Jessica Butterly - Manager, Digital Media
Jessica is the team's Digital Media Manager. She is responsible for communication and content creation on all social media platforms and will be the primary person updating information on coloradoeagles.com.
Jessica is originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado, and fell in love with hockey in high school. She graduated from Ohio University in December of 2022 with a Degree in Sport Management focusing on analytics and event management. While at Ohio, she ran all things media for the ACHA D1 team for over three seasons. Before coming to the Eagles, Jessica was the Social Media Manager for PRORODEO. She currently resides in Loveland with her two cats.
Jessica has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2024.
Zach Miller - Manager, Game and Event Operations
Zach Miller comes to the Colorado Eagles having worked in the sport industry since 2014. Most recently Zach worked for Caesars Sportsbook where he had the opportunity to work at Super Bowl LVII. From 2017-2023, Zach was with the Denver Nuggets on the Mile High Hype Squad. Prior to his time at Caesars, Zach spent nearly two years as a Sales Representative for Sherwin-Williams here in Colorado. From 2014 to 2019 Zach also spent time working with Simpson College Athletics, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Iowa Barnstormers, the Iowa Energy (presently the Iowa Wolves), University of Northern Colorado Athletics, the Colorado Rockies, and University of Colorado Boulder Athletics.
Zach graduated with his Master’s Degree in Sport Administration from the University of Northern Colorado in 2017 just one year after graduating with his Bachelor’s Degree, also in Sport Administration, from Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa.
Zach was born and raised in Longmont, CO and is currently a Fort Collins resident.
Zach has been with the Colorado Eagles since 2023.
Drew Bothwell - Manager, Merchandise
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