Memphis Redbirds Front Office

In five years, Craig Unger has made his mark on The Bluff City with numerous improvements to AutoZone Park, the continued success of the Memphis Redbirds, the addition of a United Soccer League franchise in Memphis 901 FC, and helping link Memphis to London by acquiring ownership in Dagenham & Redbridge FC.

Unger was named the General Manager of the Memphis Redbirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, in April 2014, and he added the title of President in 2016. In December 2016, Redbirds Principal Owner Peter Freund announced that Unger joined the ownership group for the franchise, along with Freund and the Cardinals.

In January 2018, Unger and Freund announced plans to bring a United Soccer League franchise to Memphis and AutoZone Park, with Memphis 901 FC beginning play at the downtown stadium in 2019. Later that year in September, Unger and Freund acquired Dagenham & Redbridge FC of England's National League in a move that will link together the City of Memphis and the City of London through sports and shorten the distance "across the Pond."

As President of the Redbirds and Memphis 901 FC, Unger is responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the franchises and AutoZone Park. He also oversees the development of AutoZone Park as a premiere entertainment and social venue in Downtown Memphis.

In five baseball seasons in Memphis, Unger has directed numerous advancements with the Redbirds, including significant renovations and upgrades to AutoZone Park and improvements to the fan experience through unique and family-friendly food, beverage, and entertainment options. This has led to a 24 percent per-game attendance increase from 2015-18, which is tops in all of Triple-A Baseball and fifth among all 160 team in Minor League Baseball.

Unger spearheaded the explosion of Memphis 901 FC onto the region's sporting scene, as evident by an AutoZone Park sellout crowd to witness an exhibition match between the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer and future USL opponent Tulsa Roughnecks FC.

Before making the move to Memphis, Unger spent five years with the St. Louis Cardinals Front Office as an Account Executive, Corporate Sales and Marketing. In the position, Unger sold and managed corporate sponsorships, and oversaw club radio promotion and advertising, among other notable achievements.

Upon joining the Cardinals in 2008, Unger was tasked with bringing the team's radio advertising in-house. From there, he played an essential role in returning the team's radio broadcasts to KMOX (1120 AM) in 2010. Additional accomplishments included serving as the field producer for the 2009 All-Star Game at Busch Stadium, coordinating the 2011 World Series Victory Parade and leading the team's marketing committee.

In 2013, Unger was integral in securing a long-term partnership with St. Louis-based Mercy as the Official Medical Provider of the St. Louis Cardinals. The deal gave the team access to a nationally recognized hospital, as well as an increased level of comprehensive, advanced care that is only possible from one of the leading health systems.

Maintaining his role as Account Executive, Unger also spent six months behind-the-scenes working on the acquisition of the Redbirds.

Prior to his time with the Cardinals, Unger spent nine years (1998-2007) in various positions at KTRS Radio including the role of Station Manager.

In his spare time, Unger enjoys cooking and barbecuing. He graduated from Webster University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. Unger, along with his wife, Pamela, and three daughters, Emma, Ellen and Eden, resides in Memphis.

Mike Voutsinas, an 18-year veteran of professional baseball and the New York-Penn League Executive of the Year in 2016, joined the Redbirds as Senior Director, Corporate Sales and Marketing in February 2017. He was promoted to his current role of Vice President, Stadium and Baseball Operations in Sept. 2018.

Voutsinas spent three seasons as the General Manager for the Single-A Auburn Doubledays, where he helped the Doubledays receive the Community and Baseball Service Award. Through his leadership, the Doubledays increased attendance by 23 percent and tripled advertising revenue.

Prior to Auburn, Voutsinas spent nearly 13 years with the Triple-A Syracuse Chiefs, serving in roles as Director of Ticket Sales, Director of Marketing and Promotions, and Assistant General Manager.

Voutsinas and his wife, Kimberly, have two young children.

Cindy began her career with the Redbirds in 2009. As the Accounting Manager, she and her staff handle all aspects of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and the General Ledger. Human Resources and Payroll are also under the umbrella of her department.

After graduation from the University of Mississippi, Cindy began her career at a local CPA firm before moving into the Sports and Entertainment industry as Staff Accountant for The Pyramid and Mid-South Coliseum. Upon the closing of those facilities, she worked briefly in the Steel Industry before settling back into sports with the Redbirds.

When not at work, she and her husband Jimmie can be found traveling for music or working with their favorite non-profit organization Retrieving Freedom (a service dog organization that supports our Veterans and children with Autism).

Tylor Meppelink joined the Redbirds in September 2022 as Head Groundskeeper. His responsibilities are to oversee all aspects of grounds maintenance of AutoZone Park. Starting as an intern for the West Michigan Whitecaps, Tylor has been in the turf industry since 2009.

Tylor has had the privilege to work for the Detroit Tigers, Miami Marlins, West Michigan Whitecaps, and the Savannah Sand Gnats. He has also worked on private golf courses in Florida.

Originally from Lowell Michigan, Tylor grew up playing football, baseball, and basketball. He played baseball at Muskegon Community College for two years before transferring to Michigan State University to receive his degree in Sports Turfgrass Management.

John joined the Redbirds in December of 2021.

Starting his career in 2014, John was a Content Specialist and Technical Director at ABC/NBC News 7 in Hattiesburg, MS. He moved to Memphis in 2017 to work for WHBQ/FOX13 Memphis as a Director and Senior Graphic Artist. John was nominated for two Emmy Awards for directing breaking news at FOX13.

John graduated from Jones County Junior College and The University of Southern Mississippi where he majored in Recording Industry and minored in Music. In his spare time John likes to produce music and watch movies.

Justin joined the Redbirds in March of 2024. He is responsible for helping grow the organization through ticket sales.

Justin has sold tickets for the Houston Texans, New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders among other organizations.

Justin majored in Business Administration with a focus in Sport Management at the University of Southern Maine where he was a member of the Nationally Ranked Track and Field Team. In his free time, he enjoys Disc Golf and rooting for Boston Sports.

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Dylan joined the Redbirds in January of 2022. Starting his career in minor-league baseball in 2014, Dylan has experience working with the West Michigan Whitecaps, Lake County Captains, Peoria Chiefs and Gwinnett Stripers.

Dylan is from Shiloh, Ohio and graduated from Tiffin University in 2014 with a BBA in Sports and Recreation Management.

In his free time, Dylan enjoys watching sports, attending concerts, watching TV shows, and collecting baseball cards.

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Justin joined the Redbirds in January of 2022 as a Ticket Sales Representative and was promoted to his current role in November of 2022. He is responsible for managing ticket accounts, organizing group outings, and assisting new Season Ticket Members.

Justin graduated in May of 2021 from the University of Memphis with a B.S. in Sports and Leisure Management.

In high school, Justin was a member of the Munford High School Band and won the State Championship in 2013. He also participated in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City in 2015.

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Joined the Redbirds in March of 2024 as a Group Sales Account Executive. He is responsible for New Season Ticket Sales, Organizing group outings, and managing current Redbirds season ticket holders.

Taylor was born and raised in South Portland, Maine.

Taylor worked as an intern for his hometown team the Portland Sea Dogs for 2 seasons before going down to Boston to work for the Boston Red Sox where he spent two seasons. In 2023 returned home to Maine in to work for the Maine Mariners as a Sales Associate before making the move down to Memphis.

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Caleb joined the Redbirds as a University Memphis Grad in April of 2023 as a gameday intern and was promoted to his current role in may of 2024. He is responsible for managing ticket accounts and organizing group outings

Caleb was born and raised in Memphis and grew up coming to games at Autozone Park.

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Tyler joined the Redbirds in March of 2018. He is responsible for helping grow the organization through corporate sales, sponsorships, and premium business development.

Starting as an intern and working his way up to Vice President of Sales, Tyler spent the last six years working for the Quad City Mallards, the ECHL affiliate of the Las Vegas Golden Knights. With his primary focus being Corporate Sales, Tyler also oversaw the Group and Season ticket efforts while with the Mallards.

Tyler majored in Physical Education while attending St. Ambrose University. He was a two-year starter on the baseball team and in his spare time likes to root for the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Wisconsin Badgers.

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Ryan joined the Redbirds in April of 2022. He is the contact for prospective corporate sponsors and delivers proposals to businesses and clients. Ryan is also responsible for assisting with partner activation and various features during game days.

Starting as a Corporate Sale Intern for the Columbus Crew (MLS) and Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), Ryan has a background in corporate sales in various leagues. He also has previous professional sales experience as a Business Development Representative for Panera Bread.

Ryan received his B.A. in Business Administration from The Ohio State University, where he was also a member of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.

Originally from Clinton Township, NJ, Ryan has been to 25 of the 30 MLB ballparks!

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Molly joined the Redbirds in August of 2023. She is responsible for the buying and designing of all merchandise as well as managing the team store and online orders.

She previously worked for the Macon Bacon as the Partnership Activation and Merchandise Manager. She graduated from LSU in May of 2022 with a degree in Sports Administration and a minor in Business. While at LSU, she was a four-year member for the LSU Baseball Bat Girls organization.

Originally from Houma, LA, she loves to spend her free time cheering on her LSU Tigers, New Orleans Saints, and trying new restaurants all around Memphis.

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