“There have been many positive experiences working with the Chicago Fire and MLS, but perhaps the most rewarding has been the association with Section 8, the fan's supporter section. Tom has been at the helm of this organization for a year, and I am constantly amazed at his ability to deftly balance the business and fun side of his role. He is the consummate solutions-oriented leader. He takes into careful consideration what is good for all and strives to find the most solution. He has an arresting sense of humor and tremendous business instincts. I highly recommend Tom.”
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Sports executive with 15 years of leadership experience across teams, leagues and venues…
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I had the pleasure of attending two Major League Cricket games in #Dallas this past week, watching the San Francisco Unicorns v #LAKnightRiders &…
I had the pleasure of attending two Major League Cricket games in #Dallas this past week, watching the San Francisco Unicorns v #LAKnightRiders &…
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As a parent of two boys playing youth soccer, I find it a constant challenge to understand how to make the right choices and navigate an expensive…
As a parent of two boys playing youth soccer, I find it a constant challenge to understand how to make the right choices and navigate an expensive…
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Reflecting on the success of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies and there is no doubt the success of any event is down to the…
Reflecting on the success of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies and there is no doubt the success of any event is down to the…
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T20 World Cup USA Inc.
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15th Anniversary Co-Chairman
Chicago Fire Soccer Club
- Present 11 years 10 months
Arts and Culture
Led the organization of a unique and memorable 15th anniversary celebration for the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, organized entirely by supporters on a volunteer basis. The event held at the Chicago History Museum, with over 500 attendees, brought many former Fire greats including Hristo Stoichkov and Piotr Nowak together for a night that no-one in attendance will ever forget.
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Foundation Board Member
Chicago Fire Soccer Club
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Served on the Board of Directors for the charitable arm of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club.
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Chairman
Section 8 NFP
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Chairman of Section 8 Chicago, the Independent Supporters' Association for the Chicago Fire Soccer Club. Responsible for presiding over a budget in excess of $200,000, primary contact with external organizations and providing guidance on outreach and marketing efforts.
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Advisory Board Member
Chicago Red Stars
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Served on the Advisory Board for the Chicago Red Stars Women's Professional Soccer team.
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Board of Directors Member - Marketing
Downtown Indy, Inc.
- Present 9 years 7 months
Serve on the Marketing Board of Directors for Downtown Indy, Inc., promoting the growth, well-being and user-friendliness of Downtown Indianapolis.
Publications
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Soccer for Dummies
Wiley
See publicationPart of the famous "For Dummies" series, I adapted the British version of "Football For Dummies" for publication in the United States with an extensive rewrite that covers the basic rules and ways to play the game along with in-depth looks at the history and culture of the sport worldwide.
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The Very Best of Pitch Invasion
Pitch Invasion Press
An anthology of essays from the blog Pitch Invasion, featuring sharp and critical perspectives on soccer history, culture, identity and the meaning of fandom in a global soccer world. Edited by Pitch Invasion's founder Tom Dunmore, contributors from England, Finland, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, North America and Poland explore supporter culture worldwide and the sport beyond the headlines.
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Historical Dictionary of Soccer
Scarecrow Press
See publicationThe Historical Dictionary of Soccer presents a comprehensive history of the game through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, numerous appendixes that list everything from the FIFA World Player of the Year to FIFA World Cup Winners and Runners-Up to the UEFA Champions League Winners and Runners-Up, and over 400 cross-referenced dictionary entries on places, teams, terminology, and people, including Garrincha, Pelé, Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, and Lionel Messi.…
The Historical Dictionary of Soccer presents a comprehensive history of the game through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, numerous appendixes that list everything from the FIFA World Player of the Year to FIFA World Cup Winners and Runners-Up to the UEFA Champions League Winners and Runners-Up, and over 400 cross-referenced dictionary entries on places, teams, terminology, and people, including Garrincha, Pelé, Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, and Lionel Messi. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about soccer.
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Polish
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Downtown Indy
Board Member
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