Tony McEachern (cancer survivor)

Founder and President (read more...)

Tony McEachern, a brain cancer survivor, is Sales Manager of Village Bikes in Sarasota, FL. Tony has worked in the cycling industry for over ten years and has extensive knowledge in the many facets of biking from the recreational rider to the diehard tri-athlete. An active adventure racer, cyclist, and sporting event organizer, Tony brings a wealth of information to assist our athletic community with finding the right bike to fit their needs. After conquering his battle with brain cancer, Tony felt compelled to use his experiences with cancer to raise awareness for the critical need for programs focused on providing support to those diagnosed with cancer. He believes more needs to be done to keep cancer fighters engaged in active and goal-oriented living and have the support they need to thrive, not just survive cancer. It is this passionate belief that led Tony to create Team Tony Foundation in September of 2010.

Lori Mishos (cancer survivor)

Partner, Vice President & Vice Chair

Lori, a multiple cancer survivor, worked as a Registered Investment Advisor with VALIC for 12 years. She helped individual clients and the K-12, healthcare, non-profit, and private sector develop investment strategies to reach their financial goals. Lori retired in August of 2010 to join her inspiring friend and fellow cancer survivor, Tony McEachern, start Team Tony Foundation. Their vision is a world where people diagnosed with cancer have access to the support they need to navigate the complex issues associated with cancer. Lori has been in the Sarasota area since 1979. She graduated from Riverview High School and received a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of South Florida. Lori has successfully overcome multiple cancer diagnosis, 20 surgeries, and the paralysis of her left leg. Her passion is to use her life to help others… there’s no greater gift.

Bryan Hoskinson

Chairman

Bryan is committed to helping individuals and companies alike improve their performance through increased fitness. His background in business development coupled with his coaching experience enables him to show individuals how easy it can be to integrate fitness into their lives. Since the early 90’s, Bryan has been instrumental in the development of technologies to improve individual’s performance both on and off the job. In business ventures, his first objective is to improve clients' experience of life, in addition to the profitability of their business. In endurance sports, he specializes in helping time-challenged athletes enjoy the overall experience of the lifestyle, including a place at the top of the podium.

Over the years, Bryan has dedicated his time towards supporting charitable causes through business planning and event coordination. For the Team Tony Foundation, he supports survivors who are supporting those in treatment, as well as implementing a business structure that minimizes expenses to provide more services to those in the battle.

Bryan, in cooperation with the rest of the Team Tony Foundation, believe it is one thing to tell someone to reach a goal it is another thing entirely to possess the experience of what they are going through, and the ability to walk those fighting cancer through every step of the process.

Remember ...No one is too young or old to train for their future!

Tom Cramer

Treasurer

Vice President of Suplee & Shea, P.A., Tom Cramer graduated from Florida State University and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1985. He concentrates on financial accounting and audits. He is responsible for supervising all compilations, reviews and audit engagements.

Shaun P. Merriman

Secretary

Shaun P. Merriman is President, CEO and Organizing Director of Gateway Bank of Southwest Florida. A 25-year banking veteran, Shaun previously served as Southwest Florida’s Area Executive for AmSouth Bank in Sarasota, and over two-thirds of Shaun’s career was spent with SouthTrust Corporation. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin system with a major in Finance and a minor in Accounting. Currently, Shaun is active in the Sarasota community serving as Chair-Elect for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, board member and Treasurer for the Van Wezel Performing Arts Foundation, and board trustee member for Doctors Hospital. He is a past Board Chairman and Campaign Chair for the United Way of Sarasota County, serving on the board for eight years. Shaun has been a resident in this community since 2000.

Judi Gallagher

Board Member

An honors graduate of the Culinary Arts Program at Johnson & Wales College, Judi Gallagher's passion for food is fueled by her passion for life and her dedication to giving back to her community through numerous charitable organizations. And that dedication doesn’t go unnoticed: Judi was honored with the 2008 "She Knows Where She's Going” award from Girls Incorporated for her continued business successes and philanthropy.

John Shea

Legal Councel

John Shea assists Team Tony with legal matters. While he is not a board member, John is a valued member of our team.

John J. Shea has practiced in the areas of Real Estate Development and General Business/Corporate law in Florida since 1978. A Sarasota- area resident since 1958, John graduated from Manatee High School in 1969, received a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Florida in 1973 and earned his law degree from Stetson University College of Law in 1978. John and his family are active in the Sarasota community; he serves as Chairman of the Girls, Inc. Foundation Board and is past member of the Board and Executive Committee of the West Coast Symphony. He is a founding board member of the Florida Winefest and Auction and New Gate School. John is a member of the Sarasota County Bar Association and The Florida Bar.