The quiet courage and determination of CF families inspires me; it is for these families that we work day in and day out.
The Boomer Esiason Foundation’s staff is comprised of individuals with expertise in cystic fibrosis and program development, event planning and fundraising, marketing and communications, and management. The Board of Directors includes leaders in the business community who generously give of their time and resources in support of BEF’s critical mission. These dedicated people may come from all walks for life, but they all agree on one thing: they’ll do whatever it takes to beat cystic fibrosis.

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.

  • 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

    Managing Director JP Morgan

    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

    President and CEO 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.
  • Joe Petri

    Managing Partner Tandem Global Partners

    Joe Petri was instrumental in helping BEF get back on its feet after the September 11 tragedy. Today, he continues to be an active supporter of the Foundation.
  • 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

    Vice President and General Manager Canon U.S.A.

    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.