Red Wings Staff Directory

Naomi has been involved with the Red Wings her entire life. The Silver family has been devoted to Rochester Community Baseball for over a half century, and Naomi has taken an active role for over three decades, working her way up the corporate ladder. She is the daughter of Morrie and Anna Silver. Morrie literally saved baseball in Rochester, and it is because of the Silver's devotion to the community that Rochester's franchise is among the most revered, respected and the longest continuously operating franchise in all of baseball. Naomi honed her business skills, assuming more responsibility and taking over different aspects of the business, becoming the country's first and only female at the helm of a professional Minor League baseball franchise. As president and CEO of the organization, she has overseen the Red Wings most successful period in its history.

A busy mother to Morrie (named for his Grandfather) and Desiree, Naomi also believes strongly in giving back to her community, serving many local not for profits; she is deeply involved with the Boys and Girls Club, United Way, Special Olympics, Monroe Community College, and Hillel Community Day School, in addition to other philanthropic causes in the Rochester area. Her national and community awards and recognitions received are vast and telling of her devotion to her profession and her community.

Gary, a retired financial executive from Xerox Corporation, has served as an officer of the club since 1982. He currently is Chairman of the Board of Directors, following a ten-year term as President/CEO. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of Houghton College and is on the Advisory Board of the National Baseball Chapel program.

The 2020 baseball season will mark Dan's 31st season with the Rochester Red Wings and his 26th as the club's General Manager. The Webster native is a 1985 graduate of McQuaid Jesuit High School and a 1989 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. Dan resides in Rochester with his wife Sheila and their two children, Cam and Anna.

Matt joined the Red Wings organization in 1999. He has enjoyed working in the Group Sales, Promotions, Marketing and Corporate Sales departments before moving into his current role as Senior Director of Sales. Matt holds a degree in Sports Management from SUNY Cortland. He lives in Penfield, with his wife Tracy and their daughters Sofia and Mia.

Nick joined the Wings front office in 2001. He enjoys red wine, grape vodka, the circus, listening to Canadian indie bands produced by Moe Berg and speaking in a language only Matt Cipro can understand.

Bob began his career with the Wings as an intern with the club in 2006. A native of Churchville, Bob graduated from St. John Fisher College in May 2006 with a degree in Sport Management and a minor in Economics. Bob is a loyal Buffalo Bills fan and supports his local breweries. He lives in Penfield with his wife, Liz, and their sons Eli and Gavin.

Eric began his career with the Wings as an intern back in 2010. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management from St. John Fisher, where he continues to work as an Assistant Coach for the Women's Soccer team. Originally from Syracuse, NY, Eric currently resides with his wife, Mary, and dog, Peanut, in West Irondequoit.

Mike joined the Wings in 2015, after spending seven years in the Batavia Muckdogs' front office as a Director of Ticket Operations and Assistant General Manager. Mike earned his B.S. in Sport Management from Niagara University in 2009 and his M.S. in Sports Leadership from Duquesne University in 2012. Originally from Elba, NY (the "Onion Capital of the World"), he currently resides in Penfield and has a dog named Brutus (Go Buckeyes).

Josh has been the Voice of the Red Wings since 2003. The University of Kansas graduate began his pro baseball broadcasting career with the Albany (GA) Polecats before stops with the Kinston (NC) Indians and the Binghamton (NY) Mets. He also broadcasts University at Buffalo men's basketball games during the winter. You can find him on Twitter @JoshWhetzel.

Nate joined the Red Wings as Director of Communications in 2015. Prior to landing in the Flower City, he interned for the Kansas City Royals in 2014, the Norfolk Tides in 2013, the Minnesota Twins in 2012 and Kansas City T-Bones in 2010. Nate also had stops with the Arizona Fall League in 2012 and 2013. He is a proud Cobber, graduating from Concordia College-Moorhead with a degree in Journalism and Communications in 2011. Nate is originally from Farmington, Minnesota.

Tim joined the Wings in 2013. He's previously worked for the Buffalo Bisons, Lehigh Valley IronPigs and Charlotte Knights in the International League. Tim got his start in baseball with an internship with the Wings in 2008. When not at the ballpark during the summer you can find him on the golf course.

Grant Anderson hosts "Pre-Game Live" interviews and on-field promotions at Frontier Field. A native of Chatsworth, CA, Grant attended Pierce College and was heavily influenced by classic TV game show hosts like Chuck Barris, Monty Hall, and Chuck Woolery. In the off-season, Grant can be found calling BINGO at senior centers, hosting fantasy drafts and bracket seedings, and serving as ring announcer for local indy pro wrestling cards.

David Welker has put in over 40 years of service to the Rochester Red Wings. He worked part-time when he was teaching elementary school in Webster and is now the ticket office manager and Business Coordinator. Dave has three Governors' Cup rings and needs a fourth since he has four children. Dave's hobbies are his 12 grandchildren, watching baseball and hockey games, crossword puzzles, and volunteering at his church and at Hill Haven Nursing Home.

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Shortly after moving to Rochester, the first Red Wings game Amber attended was April 9, 2011 - the home opener and the start of the Wings' 15th season at Frontier Field! While "The River" will always be her original happy place, the ballpark instantly became her favorite in the ROC. Eight years and countless games later she was able to join the team in an administrative role in 2019.

Amber was raised in the 1000 Islands region of New York State and was a multi-sport athlete through college. An avid volunteer in her free time, she truly loves being able to support the community through her role at the Wings. Amber also enjoys live music, hot sun, and time with her rescue dogs. 
 

Jeffrey DeSantis was born and raised in Rochester NY. Jeff is a graduate of Greece Arcadia High School. He first joined the Rochester Red Wings in 1997 as a seasonal concession employee. In 2003, Jeff became the Concession Manager for the Wings. He took over as General Manager, Food & Beverage in 2020.

Megan Ridings was born and raised in the Cazenovia, NY. Megan is a graduate of St. John Fisher College. She first joined the Rochester Red Wings in May 2015 as a seasonal suite employee. In 2019, Megan became the Suite Manager and Events Coordinator. In 2021, she took over at Director of Catering and Hospitality.

Jeffrey Savidge was born and raised in Rochester NY. Jeff graduated from Gates Chili High School. He first joined the Rochester Red Wings in 2010 as a seasonal concession employee. In 2019, Jeff joined the staff full-time. Jeff resides in North Chili with his wife Angela and their 5 children, 4 of which have been adopted from foster care.

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Pawfessional bat fetcheer for the Red Wingz since 2019. many hoomans callz me The Goodest Boi. be4 bat fetching, i internd at Off Leash K9 Training . U can follow mee on insta (@milothebd) and facebark (Milo The Bat Dog).