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Ticket Services Team Bios

Andy Burns - Sr. Manager, Ticket Services

andy.burns@nationals.com

As Manager, Ticket Services, Andy is involved with all aspects of service such as Season Ticket Services, Premium Ticket Services, Single Game Tickets and ballpark issues. Andy joined the Nationals in January of 2007 as an Account Executive, Season Ticket Services.Prior to joining the Nationals, Andy lived in Tampa where he attended the University of Tampa and worked for the Tampa Bay Rays. Andy grew up in New Hampshire but did not grow up a Red Sox fan. He looks forward to the Washington Nationals becoming a perennial power in the National League East.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The Red Loft Bar - great view and great atmosphere
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Jordan Zimmermann
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Closer
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Pretzel Dog

Michael Ogunwumi - Assistant Manager, Rewards Programs

michael.ogunwumi@nationals.com

A native of Bowie, Maryland, Michael joined the Washington Nationals in the winter of 2007. After graduating from the University of Maryland in the spring of 2005 with a double major in English and Criminal Justice, Michael began his career in sports as a marketing intern with the Bowie Baysox, a Minor League baseball team that plays in the Double-A Eastern League. After completing his internship, Michael joined the Washington Wizards as an Inside Sales Representative. Outside of work, Michael enjoys sports, reading, writing, traveling, music and spending time with family and friends.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
There is not a bad sightline in the park!
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Ian Desmond
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Shortstop
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Flippin' Pizza

Zaid Abdullah - Account Executive, Season Ticket Services

zaid.abdullah@nationals.com

A native of Newport News, VA, Zaid joined the Washington Nationals in January 2009. Prior to joining the Nationals, Zaid lived in Norfolk, VA where he attended Old Dominion University and worked for the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. Some of Zaid's hobbies include traveling, spending time with family and following college football.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The sightlines
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Jayson Werth
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Shortstop
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Ben's Chili Bowl - Chili Cheese Fries

Eddie Bartlett - Account Executive, Season Ticket Services

eddie.bartlett@nationals.com

A native of Massachusetts, Eddie joined the Washington Nationals in March of 2010. Eddie moved to D.C. to pursue a career with the Nationals and earn his M.B.A. from The George Washington University. Prior to joining the Nationals, Eddie was a 2006 graduate of Providence College and worked as a fund accountant and college rugby coach in Boston, MA. Eddie is a sports enthusiast, and likes to play ice hockey any time he gets a chance.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The sight lines are outstanding
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Wilson Ramos
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Starting Pitcher or First Base
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Shake Shack Burger

Maribel Castro - Account Executive, Season Ticket Services

maribel.castro@nationals.com

Maribel grew up in San Diego, California and received her degree from San Diego State University. She began her career in the sports industry as an intern with the Houston Astros before returning home to work for the San Diego Padres. She joined the Season Ticket Services department in 2010 and her hobbies include watching all sports (especially baseball), music, art, exploring the DC area and traveling.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The Red Loft Bar
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Stephen Strasburg - Great presence on the mound!
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Third base - HOT SPOT!
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Carved smoked turkey sandwiches from the Capitol Carvery in the Stars and Stripes Club

Devin Perry - Account Executive, Season Ticket Services

devin.perry@nationals.com

Devin Perry grew up in Fairfax, Virginia and is a graduate of Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. While at Marshall, Devin completed internships with the Bowie Baysox and the Huntington Heroes (American Indoor Football League). Armed with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing, Devin got his professional career started with the Phoenix Coyotes (NHL) as a member of their Inside Sales team. Ten months later the home team called Devin up and he has been with the Nationals Season Ticket Services department since March 2008.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
My favorite feature in Nationals Park is the visitor's bullpen and the seats above them in sections 101 and 102. If I had Nationals season tickets they would be in the front row of section 101 or 102 so I could heckle opposing relievers.
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Minor League prospect - Destin Hood.
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Although playing for the Nationals is a dream of mine it would be best for me to play left out. You're not going to win many games with me in there!
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
My favorite concession stand is the Hard Times location behind 106. I love their restaurants and it's great that they can create the same high quality offerings inside Nationals Park.

Mary Kate Thayer - Account Executive, Season Ticket Services

marykate.thayer@nationals.com

A native of Woodbridge, Virginia, and a lifelong baseball fan, Mary Kate joined the Washington Nationals in the summer of 2011 as an inside sales representative. After graduating from James Madison University in 2009, Mary Kate embarked on her sports career by working with the Hagerstown Suns. She became a member of the Season Ticket Services Department in February of 2013. Mary Kate loves the excitement that Nationals' fans have shown over the past 2 seasons and is eager to see what is in store for the 2013!

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
First Row seats in the Scoreboard Pavilion!
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Huge fan of Davey Johnson but if I have to go with a player, Jayson Werth!
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Pinch Runner!
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
A classic Hot Dog with all the fixings!

TOM KILDAHL - ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, RED CARPET REWARDS/ VIRTUAL TICKETING

thomas.kildahl@nationals.com

A Native of Poughkeepsie, NY, Tom joined the Nationals in 2011 as an intern in the Client Services department. Prior to joining the Nationals, Tom attended Williams College in Northwestern Massachusetts, where he graduated in 2011 with a degree in History. Tom's interests outside of baseball include playing and watching other sports, traveling, eating, and spending time with family and friends.

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The Miller Light Scoreboard Walk
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Bryce Harper
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
2B
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Shake Shack

Aneka Carter - Account Executive, Premium Ticket Services

aneka.carter@nationals.com

Aneka grew up in Alexandria, Virginia and graduated from Tennessee State University. She loves sports and has worked with the Turner Network on the TV show NBA on TNT, the Washington Wizards and now the Nationals. Aneka is also a part of the DC Chapter of the National Association of Black Sports Professionals, where she serves as a Community Relations Committee Co-Chair. She is a true Washington Sports Fan...Go Caps, Mystics, Skins, Wizards and of course Go NATS!

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
The Red Loft Bar
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Anyone in a Nationals uniform!
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
I'd be a coach
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
The Chili Mac from Hard Times Cafe

CHARANY HYDARA - ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, PREMIUM TICKET SERVICES

charany.hydara@nationals.com

Charany grew up in Mt. Vernon, New York. After attending Hampton University in Virginia, Charany joined the Nationals staff as an Inside Sales Representative in 2010. He became a member of the Premium Client Services department in November of 2011. Charany loves the direction of the team and looks forward to our future success!

What is your favorite feature of Nationals Park?
Union Square
Who is your favorite Nationals player (Major League and/or Minor League rosters)?
Ian Desmond
If you were on the Nationals roster, what position would you play?
Shortstop
What is your favorite Nationals Park food?
Shake Shack