"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.
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  • David B. Rimington

    President

    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.
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  • Natalie Wainwright

    Chief Operating Officer

    Natalie Wainwright joined the Foundation in 2004. Natalie manages and oversees all BEF activities and operations. She also acts as the liaison for the BEF Board of Directors. Prior to joining the Foundation, Natalie interned with the New York Jets.
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  • Etsuko Murase

    Senior Vice President, Finance

    Etsuko Murase has been with the Foundation since 2003. She oversees the day-to-day finances of the Foundation, as well as all accounts receivables and payables.
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  • Jerry Cahill

    Volunteer

    Jerry Cahill has volunteered at the Foundation since 2004. He plays an integral role in all BEF efforts in the CF community. Jerry, 55 years old and living with CF, heads up the BEF scholarship and transplant grant programs, and he hosts a podcast series and the CF Wind Sprint video series.
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  • Michaela Seccareccia

    Event Program Director

    BEF welcomed Michaela Seccareccia in 2007. Michaela organizes and executes all Foundation events. She also heads the Team Boomer athletic program, which includes managing the more than 100 runners who participate in the ING NYC Marathon on behalf of BEF.
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  • Tami Amaker

    Special Program Director

    Originally from the Washington, D.C., area, Tami has been an integral part of BEF since 1990. Prior to joining Boomer, Tami worked for ProServ in Washington, D.C., and was part of the Volvo Tennis Event Program.
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  • Rich Hahn

    Operations Manager

    Operations Manager Rich Hahn assists with the coordination of the UnitedHealthcare Empire Challenge and other BEF events.
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  • Seth Gonzales

    Social Media Coordinator & Rimington Trophy Media Relations

    Seth Gonzales joined BEF in 2007 as Social Media Coordinator. He works on all social media ventures produced at the Foundation. In addition, he manages publicity and publications for the Rimington Trophy and helps coordinate the award's annual presentation in Lincoln, Neb.
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