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The Medalist Team

CHRIS ARONHALT
As Vice President of Operations, Chris Aronhalt joined Synergy in January, 2001.  Designed to enhance structure and direction to the multiple facets of Synergy’s operations, Chris is responsible for overseeing all client service areas, including, program development, creation of new Synergy properties, overall program management, and, as a member of the senior management team, providing input into the vision and future direction of the Company.  more

JIM BIRRELL
Jim Birrell, and his partner, Chris Aronhalt, formed Medalist Sports in July 2004 to focus on marketing and directing premier cycling events. In his role as Race Director, Birrell has assisted in managing the Tour de Georgia since its inception in 2003, spearheading the technical, operational and television functions for this event and now as Managing Partner and Race Director, the 2006 Tour de Georgia, the inaugural Amgen Tour of California slated for February 2006 and The Cliffs USA Cycling Professional Championships in September 2006. more

KELLY GREENE
Kelly Greene is the Venue Director for Medalist Sports.  In this role, Greene develops, coordinates and implements local requirements of participating Tour venues and communities for current Medalist Sports clients and properties, including the Tour deGeorgia, Amgen Tour of California and The Cliffs USA Cycling Professional Championships. more

VIRGINIA KAVANAUGH
Virginia is the Director of Client Services for Medalist Sports. For clients such as the Tour de Georgia she helps to execute the fulfillment of all national sponsors’ benefits, assists with the coordination of local and national sponsors, as well as the health and awareness section promoting a healthy lifestyle and the Georgia Cancer Coalition of the Tour expo. She also manages the VIP hospitality program at each of the ten host cities, the awards program, and the production of all Tour signage.  more