Sure, we have raised millions of dollars to help find a cure for cystic fibrosis. But our mission isn't all about fundraising; it's also about supporting the CF community. To that end, we have developed a variety of programs to help people with CF live, breathe and succeed ... despite the disease.
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Boomer Esiason
Co-Chairman Boomer Esiason Foundation
Former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason is the most visible national figure in the fight against cystic fibrosis, a life-threatening, genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of 30,000 children and adults in the United States. -
Cheryl Esiason
Co-Chairman Boomer Esiason Foundation
Cheryl Esiason is Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of the Boomer Esiason Foundation. Since the Foundation was launched in 1993, Cheryl has spent countless hours working for the cause and, of course, raising her two children, Gunnar and Sydney. -
Pete Abitante
Special Assistant to the Commissioner National Football League
Pete Abitante joined the BEF Board of Directors in 2000 after meeting Boomer and Cheryl Esiason at a football camp in Italy. -
Steven Bowman
President at Aesir Capital Management
Steve Bowman has been a constant and committed fundraiser who aggressively searches out ways to support the Foundation's battle against cystic fibrosis. -
Jack Cassidy
Vice Chairman of Cincinnati Bell
Jack Cassidy has helped launch cause marketing programs that have raised millions of dollars in support of the fight against cystic fibrosis. -
Robert DiFazio
Chief Operating Officer DiFazio Power & Electric LLC
Bob DiFazio's involvement in the Foundation's biggest fundraising events have helped BEF make significant contributions to cystic fibrosis research and the CF community. -
Joe Dee Dussich
President and CEO JAD Building Maintenance Supplies
Joe Dussich always has his eye on helping people in need, as evidenced by the many humanitarian awards he has received. -
Billy Heinzerling
Senior Vice President Stifel Nicolaus
Billy Heinzerling is always quick to sponsor fundraising events, and he also encourages others in the business community to become involved and support the Foundation's fundraising efforts. -
Nina R. Mitchell
President MTX Wealth Management LLC
With more than 20 years of financial tax and investment advisory experience working directly with an elite group of professional athletes, Nina Mitchell is an active member of the BEF Board. -
Stephen Mueller
Managing Director OneBeacon Insurance Company’s Accident Group
Stephen Mueller is one of the Foundation's newest Board members, but he has directed OneBeacon Insurance Company's involvement in BEF for many years. -
Mark Murphy
Senior Vice President - “R” Us Brands Toys “R” Us
Mark Murphy organized some of the first golf tournaments for BEF which, combined with terrific partnerships formed his vendors, have raised millions of dollars for the fight against CF. -
Mike Norseth
President Brock Insurance Group LLC
Mike Norseth met Boomer when they were teammates on the Cincinnati Bengals. The annual Jiffy Lube cause marketing program Mike organizes for the Foundation has brought in more than $1 million to date, and he also ran the 2010 ING New York City Marathon for Team Boomer. -
Kevin Plank
Founder and CEO Under Armour
Under Armour is the official performance outfitter for the Foundation, and Kevin Plank guides the involvement of the forward-thinking, quickly growing sports apparel company. -
David B. Rimington
President Boomer Esiason Foundation
Dave Rimington has served as President of the Boomer Esiason Foundation since 1995. Under his leadership, BEF has instituted and developed a variety of educational programs, scholarships and new media initiatives that have directly benefited cystic fibrosis communities nationwide. -
Jim Rosetta
Business Development at WINTEC Industries
Jim Rosetta is one of the Foundation's most valuable "go to" guys. -
Ron Rubin
Managing Principal Bridgewater Wealth & Financial Management LLC
Ron Rubin has acquired more than 30 years of wealth and financial management experience, and he puts it to good use as a founding board member, treasurer and CFO of the Boomer Esiason Foundation. -
Harvey Sanders
Former Chairman and CEO Nautica Enterprises Inc.
Over the years, Harvey Sanders has been a vocal and avid supporter for the Foundation through his involvement in a variety of fundraising events. -
Ralph Stayer
President and CEO Johnsonville Sausage LLC
Johnsonville's popular "Bratwurst Tailgating Hall of Fame" cause marketing program raised significant funds for the Foundation, and Ralph Stayer continues to ensure the company's ongoing involvement in BEF.
