MANAGER, MERCHANDISE and EQUIPMENT
Deanna Ahee
The Manager, Merchandising & Equipment administers the Rugby Canada equipment storeroom, all merchandise sales and the day-to-day operations of the warehouse. Reporting to the CEO, this person acts as the link between Rugby Canada’s suppliers and the kit required by the national team programs. The role includes coordinating the team kit order process consisting of the order, receipt and delivery of required apparel and equipment for all of Rugby Canada’s High Performance programs.
This person is also responsible for Rugby Canada’s online and event merchandise operations, including sales and inventory control. The Rugby Canada Store is an integral part of the union’s revenue generation and the Manager, Merchandise & Equipment is expected to meet all standards and deliverables as set out by the Commercial Department.
Deanna Ahee is currently employed as the Manager, Merchandise and Equipment. Deanna has been with Rugby Canada since 2007, and began as an Intern focusing on Women in Rugby. Following a successful internship, Deanna was hired as the Coordinator of Women’s Rugby Development and then moved on to fill her current role. Deanna administers the Rugby Canada equipment store room, all merchandise sales and the day to day operations of the team kit and equipment warehouse. Deanna also acts as the link between our suppliers and the kit required by our national team programs. Deanna has been instrumental in the growth of Rugby Canada's online and event merchandise sales, which has become an integral part of the union's operations.
Deanna completed a Sport Management Diploma at Durham College in 2008. She has a background in rugby and played for the Peterborough Pagans club from 2005-2008 and Oshawa Vikings in 2008-2009. Deanna has also volunteered as a Referee/Competition Representative for intramural volleyball while attending Durham College and Game Day Promotions for the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League.
Deanna is originally from Thunder Bay, Ontario but calls Peterborough her home.
Contact Information
Rugby Canada
30 East Beaver Creek Road
Suite 110
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4B 1J2 Canada
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