Todd Cochran General Manager

Dallas Stars – Dr Pepper StarCenter McKinney at Craig Ranch McKinney, Texas

EDUCATION

English degree, Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich. WORK EXPERIENCE

Todd with his daughter, Sophia, 14, and son, Alex, 12.

“I’ve opened movie theaters, ice rinks and soccer facilities. My experience has focused on opening new buildings or helping to grow business at existing entertainment facilities.”

INTRO TO INDUSTRY

Todd moved to Dallas from Detroit after working for the Detroit Red Wings in an unrelated management role. He has been in his current position as general manager for five years and has worked in the ice arena industry for seven years.

MOST INTERESTING MOMENT ON THE JOB

“Te most interesting moment for me was the announcement that we were going to expand and become a three-sheet facility with a 2,000-seat arena capable of hosting larger-scale competitions — great achievement for our management team.”

BIGGEST CHALLENGE ON THE JOB

“Working to grow skating in Texas, a traditionally football-heavy market.”

WHY ISI?

“I like ISI’s continuing efforts to help grow skating and make it a great experience for kids whether they are a novice skater or experienced.”

WORDS OF WISDOM

“You have to love what you do. I’ve surrounded myself with people who are passionate about their job and it resonates throughout our program.”

FAVORITE ACTIVITIES Running and spending time with family

LITTLE KNOWN FACT ABOUT TODD

“I may or may not have played drums in a band and appeared in a music video.” FAMILY LIFE

Todd and his wife, Carol, have two children: Sophia, 14, and Alex, 12.

Todd and his son, Alex, posing with the Stanley Cup.

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Selfie! (Todd and his wife, Carol.)

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