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My involvement at the Finals matches back in Los Angeles was simply to back-up the Operations Director and the Logistics Director.  Kind of a one man hit squad, I was there to help put out fires to ensure for a very successful day.

This picture is of me and Bart the Press Operations Manager on the field of play.  Bart who is also a ex-Disney person was in charge of all international press and media people covering the event.  Making sure they had what they needed as well as were restrained from being in places they were not authorized for, or interfering with players or officials.    

An event like the World Cup which is the world largest event as far as how many people actually watch and take an interest, is comprised of a huge infrastructure.  Some of the departments that must be staff are listed below.

 - Accreditation
 - Ceremonies
 - Competition
 - Finance
 - Food & Beverage
 - Logistics
 - Marketing
 - Medical
 - Stadium Operations
 - Protocol
 - Site Management
 - Technology
 - Ticketing
 - Timing & Scoring
 - Transportation
 - Volunteers