College Series Technology Services Night

Sponsored by Temple University's Fox School of Business

On Tuesday, April 14, college students, recent graduates and professors are invited to go behind the scenes with Phillies technology leaders at this exclusive College Series pregame event in the Media Room at Citizens Bank Park. The event takes place 4-6:15 p.m., with the game time 6:40 p.m.

Event Details

  • Learn from the technology leaders of the Phillies during a question-and-answer session moderated by the club's Director of Human Resources Lisa Knechtel. Panelists will provide excellent insight into their areas of business, as well as share their career experiences, including from the team's preparations for the 2026 All-Star Game. Speakers (subject to change) include:
  • Hear from keynote speaker and Phillies Wall of Famer Ed Wade, a former vice president and general manager who helped usher in one of the greatest eras of Phillies baseball.
  • Practice networking with Phillies executives and other special guests during a Networking Hour. Meet informally with front office personnel from various departments. During this time, attendees are also welcome to take photos with 1993 National League champions Mickey Morandini and Milt Thompson (also a coach for the 2008 World Champion Phillies), as well as 1980 World Series champion Dickie Noles.
  • Meet members of Temple University's Fox School of Business, who will be on-site to share information about their graduate programs.
  • Cheer on the Phillies with a ticket to that day's 6:40 p.m. game against the Chicago Cubs. Your game ticket also includes a $12 concession credit.

Additional Details

  • Check-in begins at 4 p.m. and features an hour-long Networking Hour, as well as the opportunity to take photos with 1993 National League champions Mickey Morandini, Milt Thompson (also a 2008 World Series champion coach), and 1980 World Series champion Dickie Noles.
  • The panel portion of the program officially starts at 5 p.m., and continues until 6:15 p.m.
  • The event is limited to 140 students. Interested professors, recent graduates, and parents of students are welcome to attend.
  • Dress is casual to business casual.
  • Students are urged to ask questions throughout the program.

Program cost: $40. In addition to the above networking hour and panel, the program cost includes a Phillies game ticket with $12 concession credit to that night’s 6:40 p.m. game against the Chicago Cubs, with seat location in Sections 429-434.

Speaker Bios

Check back soon for speaker updates.

Special Welcome & Keynote Speaker: Ed Wade, Phillies Wall of Famer and former Vice President and General Manager

Sean Walker, Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, The Phillies

Chris Vivero, Technology Services Analyst, The Phillies

Martin Otremsky, Director, Video Engineering, The Phillies

Trey Hurst, Manager, Baseball Technology Systems, The Phillies

Josie Fieldman, CRM Representative, The Phillies

Joe Bartlett, CRM Specialist, The Phillies

Lisa Knechtel (moderator), Director, Human Resources, Phillies

Special Networking Hour Guest: Mickey Morandini, 1993 National League Champion and Phillies Club Ambassador

Special Networking Hour Guest: Dickie Noles, 1980 World Series Champion and Club Ambassador

Special Networking Hour Guest: Milt Thompson, 1993 National League Champion, Coach for 2008 World Champion Phillies and Phillies Club Ambassador

Networking Hour Participants

More networker updates coming soon; networkers subject to change.

Group 1

  • Chris Vivero, Technology Services Analyst, Phillies
  • Josie Fieldman, CRM Representative, Phillies
  • Michael Cunningham, Senior Director, Enterprise Applications, Phillies
  • Sophia Mairowitz, Senior Graphic Designer, Phillies

Group 2

  • Martin Otremsky, Director, Video Engineering, Phillies
  • Catherine Brown, Digital Product Analyst, Phillies

Group 3

  • Trey Hurst, Manager, Baseball Technology Systems, Phillies
  • Emily Rutzen, Manager, Live Event Production, Phillies
  • Matt Bryan, Senior Director, Technology Services

Group 4

  • Joe Bartlett, CRM Specialist, Phillies
  • Thomas Walker, Assistant HR Manager, Aramark at Citizens Bank Park
  • Valerie Bendas, Broadcast Technology Specialist, Phillies
  • Jon Madden, Vice President, Human Resources, Phillies

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