Staff Members

Shane came to WTC with comprehensive endurance event operations experience. He demonstrates the ability to transform and elevate the efficiency, profitability, and safety of events. Shane has significant skills for the development of budgets, contracts, risk management procedures and strategic planning. Shane joined WTC, owner and organizer of IRONMAN, IRONMAN 70.3, 5i50, IronGirl and IronKids branded-events in 2008 as part of the acquisition of North America Sports, Inc.

Prior to joining WTC, Shane was the Director of Operations for North America Sports, Inc. (NA Sports). NA Sports had previously owned and licensed a majority of IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events in the United States and Canada. Shane managed and supervised all national operational employees while developing operational functions essential for increasing productivity and efficiency. He closely evaluated operational procedures, as well as established standards and guidelines for events. Shane was highly involved in constructing event budgets to reach financial objectives. From 1999 through 2003, Shane was the Public Relations Director at North America Sports. He used a variety of media outlets to release event related information; while cultivating relationships with event communities, sponsors and athletes. Shane earned a BA in English and Communications from State University of New York at Oswego.

Audra has since worked her way up through the ranks with The IRONMAN Group and played an integral role in the growth and expansion of the IRONMAN brand. She has touched all aspects of the North American business unit, serving as a Race Director, Operations Manager, and Regional Director, and was instrumental in the creation and execution of many key events within the portfolio.

Audra oversees the day-to-day operations and all aspects of the IRONMAN Foundation, focusing on the Foundation’s core mission to create positive, tangible change in race communities.

Upon learning that Sports Community Relations was a career field in her PR 101 class at Syracuse University, she knew it was the career for her.

With a passion for making a difference for others since a young age, Kaitlin has volunteered her time to further the mission of numerous organizations including MADD, The Miracle League, Kelly for Kids Foundation, and the Hunter’s Hope Foundation.

She is excited to be a part of the IRONMAN Foundation and be a part of giving back to The IRONMAN Group's many race communities around the world.

Alongside her athletic endeavors, Andrea has had a successful career as an entrepreneur with her coaching and operational businesses. She entered the world of non-profit management where she found her true calling and passion for giving back. Her innovative leadership skills and perspective have allowed her to manage a wide variety of events, create unique partnerships and cultivate engagement opportunities for all involved stakeholders.

Andrea is beyond thrilled to be working with the IRONMAN Foundation and supporting the TEAM IMF athletes and race communities. She feels her entire career has led her to this unique opportunity, coming full circle from that first IRONMAN finish line to now.

Triathlon runs in Kemper's blood. Named after family friend and four-time Olympic triathlete Hunter Kemper, with aunt and uncle multi-Olympic triathletes Laura and Greg Bennett, Kemper has been racing alongside all three of her family’s generations since she was 6. Kemper’s "IRONMAN Why" moment happened in 2003 at the IRONMAN World Championships in Kailua-Kona, HI, where her father, racing with her grandfather and uncle, grabbed her out of the crowd and carried her through the finish chute.

In her spare time between training and racing at an elite level, earning her professional triathlete status multiple times, and graduating summa cum laude in public relations from The University of Florida, Kemper dedicated her time as the VP of PR for her family-founded global 501(c)3 nonprofit Believe With Me serving military families.

The IRONMAN Foundation feels like home to her as she is excited to give back to the sport and the communities that provide such core experiences and skills and truly shaped her life's passion.

With a lifelong love for athletics and a sharp eye for detail, Mikayla is dedicated to providing exceptional administrative support to ensure success for the IRONMAN Foundation. While coordinating administrative tasks, she consistently demonstrates a high level of organization and a genuine enthusiasm for the IRONMAN Foundation’s impactful work in communities around the world.

Mikayla has always felt a deep connection to the mission and values that make the IRONMAN Foundation stand out in the world of sports. She’s excited to be back on the team and go the distance with every great or minute task and further the IRONMAN Foundation’s global mission.

Cooper is passionate about the role sport plays in building stronger communities and is proud to contribute to the Foundation’s mission of giving back in race communities worldwide. He earned his B.S. in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Florida State University.