Former World Cup Soccer Player and a member of Canada’s Soccer Hall of Fame, Helen Stoumbos will be spearheading The GOOD Games. With an extensive history in media production and as a partner in 2 media production companies and one music production company, Helen has managed and led many multi-faceted productions and has worked with some of the biggest sports organization and TV networks (FIFA, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, Athletics Canada, FOX Soccer, CBC, Sportsnet, etc). She is also one of the founders and the CEO of The Canadian Women’s Soccer Alumni Association.

As CGO of The Good Games since 2019, Mike F. Jean has helped drive the festival’s growth and success. His entrepreneurial spirit and marketing expertise have shaped the brand’s identity, attracting sponsorships and fostering community engagement. Mike’s strategic vision and passion for initiatives that benefit people and the planet make him a driving force behind The Good Games’ positive impact.

Movement has always been essential to Melinda’s well-being. Her love of sport has kept her active and connected to her community throughout her life. She is passionate about supporting others and creating memorable experiences that bring people together. 

After graduating from Western University, Susan worked as a Project Manager in the family business, designing new appliances and setting up assembly lines. After the business was sold in 2008, Susan shifted to real estate and is now President of Wood Development Group. In 2009, her family established The W.C. Wood Foundation, where she remains actively involved. Along with her role at Wood Development Group, Susan and her family own and operate several other businesses.

Stu’s decorated career in the business world saw him take a lead role in the family business, serving as President of CCL, Label International – the largest label making corporation in the world employing 26,000 employees and their operations span 6 continents.  Stu’s involvement with the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the Edmonton Eskimos (now known as the Edmonton Elks) was a significant chapter in his football career. He contributed to the team’s dominance during their golden era, playing a role in securing five consecutive Grey Cup championships between 1978 and 1982.

Gia Lucchetta, a Guelph native and realtor, is deeply involved in her community, including roles like Past President of the Guelph & District Association of Realtors and 20-year board member at Wyndham House. Recognized for her voluntary services, Gia, a sponsor of “The Good Games,” actively promotes Guelph to visiting athletes. Her dedication and local insight make her a key asset to our team.

Ashley fell in love with The GOOD Games when she attended its festival for the first time in 2023. A lifelong soccer player raised in a family of sport, she ensures the sports, festivities, and organizers have everything they need to make the Games a success. Off the pitch, she can be found crocheting platypi, reading novels, and discussing physics.

Rob served on Canada Soccer’s Board of Directors for 10 years (2002-03 to 2011-12), including four years as a Canada Soccer Vice-President (2008-09 to 2011-12)… served as Head of Delegation with Canada Soccer’s National Teams from 2003 to 2009, including Concacaf Men’s Olympic Qualifying in 2003… served as a member of the Local Organising Committee for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Canada 2007…served as President of Saskatchewan Soccer… served as CEO of Sport BC… served as President of Aboriginal Sport Circle

Jim was co-owner, president, and governor for the Ontario Hockey League’s Guelph Storm from 1991-2006. During that time the Storm participated in four Memorial Cups and won two OHL championships in 1998 and 2004. He was Chairman of the Board of Governors of the OHL from 1995-2001 overseeing the largest league expansion program when they grew from 16 to 20 teams in the 1990s.

Kevin is the principal at Edgehill Design, a leading event management company that has been creating events and fundraisers for over 25 years and currently is the event coordinator for Google.

Scott Pollard, president of Palmer Audio Inc, founded in 1980, has become one of Canada’s leading event production specialists. Extensive experience in event audio-visual design and execution, Palmer has successfully produced events on four different continents for a multitude of renowned international clients.

Scott has develop and lead the most comprehensive Safe Sport strategy across any post-secondary institution in Canada, including policy, workshops, training on concussion management, mental health and preventing sexual violence. I’m currently working with the Executive Board to develop a Safe Sport Plan for the Indigenous Sport and Wellness Council of Ontario (ISWO). He is also the Associate Director, International Institute for Sport Business & Leadership. He serves on key University of Guelph committees including the Steering Committee on Preventing Sexual Violence, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy Task Force, Employee Equity Committee and Equity Diversion and Inclusion Committee.

David Durbin is a Business Development expert focused on connecting people and helping them meet their needs. He is passionate about the holistic investment approach of the Phillips Fortress Solutions team and is dedicated to expanding their reach by introducing them to new clients and partners. His strong communication, relationship-building, and networking skills make him an invaluable asset in fostering new connections and opportunities.

Bruce Kirby has served in increasingly senior positions across a range of companies, from incumbent Bell

Canada through to his most recent role as Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Financial Office of Freedom Mobile. In between, Bruce co-founded Public Mobile, a wireless new entrant in Canada beginning in 2010 and helped lead the growth of the business through its ultimate sale to Telus Communications. Following the sale of Public Mobile, Bruce was part of the team that acquired WIND Mobile and ultimately facilitated the sale to Shaw Communications in 2016.

With 15+ years in sports and not-for-profits, excels in strategic planning and partnerships, key in events like the IIHF World Juniors and Canada Games. Chairing the Brock Niagara Penguins, his love for sports and the outdoors shines through.