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Below is a listing of Athletics Ontario staff and their contact information:
Paul Osland, Chief Executive Officer
Paul Osland, a 1988 Olympian, is a distinguished leader with over 25 years of experience as a senior business executive. With a notable background as an Olympian, Paul successfully transitioned his passion for athletics into a thriving career as a business leader. Currently serving as the CEO of Athletics Ontario, he brings a unique blend of athletic prowess and strategic acumen to his role.
Paul’s journey as an athlete at the 1988 Olympics provided him with valuable insights into the world of sports, both from a competitive and administrative perspective. Over the course of his illustrious career, he has held various key senior leadership positions within the business sector, showcasing exceptional leadership and management skills.
In his capacity as CEO of Athletics Ontario, Paul has spearheaded innovative programs and initiatives to nurture young talents, elevate coaching standards, and enhance the overall athletic experience. His inclusive approach and emphasis on community engagement have fostered a vibrant athletics community across Ontario.
Paul Osland’s reputation as an Olympian and his extensive experience as a senior business leader uniquely position him as a transformative figure within the provincial and national athletics landscape. His strategic collaborations, commitment to excellence, and dedication to the sport continue to make a significant impact, inspiring athletes and enthusiasts alike.
Anthony Biggar, Director, Member Services, Programs and Development
Anthony is an active member in the running community, competes on occasion and is currently on the Officiating pathway. As an All-Canadian for the University of Toronto, he won 7 medals at the CIS (now USports) Championships and became the OTFA (now AO) Indoor 800m Champion in 1993. Anthony’s active and energetic past speaks for itself.
Responsible for the design, delivery and support of AO programs and services, Anthony aims to explore methods to expand membership benefits. Promoting and encouraging underrepresented groups in athletics (road running, para-athletics, race walk) to participate from the grassroots level through to a high-performance level, Anthony is determined to engage new communities and clubs across the Province.
AO Duties:
Volunteer Program development, Registration Process improvement, Club Development and improvement (Club Excellence Standards), Coaches and Official development, Development Camp opportunities.
Randolph Fajardo, Manager, Competitions, Technical Specification & Logistics
Randolph is a former national caliber sprinter. He is a multiple Ontario Universities Athletics All-Star recipient and a two-time First Team All-Canadian.
Randolph brings a diverse knowledge of computer programming, software platforms and photo timing to his role. In addition to his expertise with managing the AC Direct database system for entries and results – he has assisted in the coordination and delivery of Athletics Ontario events, including National Qualifier meets, Provincial Championships and the Ontario Summer Games.
In his spare time, Randolph spends time rock climbing and mountain biking.
AO Duties:
Para Athlete integration, Athlete Membership ranking system, Championship planning and delivery, Facility Compliance Matrix and Equipment program.
Angela Whyte, Manager, High Performance
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AO Duties:
Manages all aspects of the Athletics Ontario high-performance programs including Quest for Gold and Team Ontario (OHPSI). Angela maintains and updates the Athletics Ontario high-performance strategy to ensure Ontario athletes and coaches have the best opportunities to succeed on a national and international level.
Sheryl Preston, Associate Manager, Trail & Road Running
Sheryl brings with her years of experience in the rowing, running and coaching communities. Sheryl represented Canada for seven years as part of Rowing Canada, earning silver at the 2009 World Championships and two World Cup bronze medals. Since, she has discovered the strength and unity that running brings to communities and people after participating in over 20+ marathons and ultra marathons across North America, and as a member of multiple running clubs and groups.
With extensive knowledge and connections in the road and trail running communities, Sheryl is helping to build bridges in running communities between runners of all levels, coaches, clubs and race directors to foster the continued growth in the participation of our sport.
AO Duties:
Road and trail community engagement; Trillium Running Series development and organization; race sanctioning and insurance; organizer of the yearly Race Director Summit, and the producer of our new Trillium Running Podcast.
Shehara Vanniasinkam, Manager, Finance & Operations
Shehara brings with her years of experience in bookkeeping and administrative management.
AO Duties:
Bookkeeping, various administrative duties.
Saheed Khan, Associate Manager, Athlete & Coach Development
Saheed has been involved in the sport of athletics for many years. As an athlete, Saheed has experience competing on provincial teams and competing for Canada at the NACAC Cross Country Championships in 2009, 2012, 2014 and the I.A.A.F. World Cross Country Championships in 2009. Saheed has experience as a club coach and as a provincial team coach.
AO Duties:
Help assess, coordinate, and provide clear steps to coaches to complete their Athletics Coaching certification pathways, coordinates the hosting of NCCP Athletics Ontario Coaching Education Courses, coordinates the updates for Athletics Ontario Coaches NCCP Locker accounts, provides reminders and updates on professional development coaching education opportunities.
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