BTS Team

Jessica Marasovic

Development and Communications Consultant

I graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours BA, then continued at Humber College with an International Project Management Post-graduate certificate. I began working in the non-profit and human rights sector in 2002 and have loved every minute of it.

 

  • I had the privilege of travelling the world and working at numerous engaging and awesome NGOs and international organizations like the United Nations International Trade Centre. I've also worked as a consultant and service provider for various non-profits through web development, grant writing and other project management services.

    It's an honour working with this team, with the youth who inspire me every day and with our generous partners who make all this possible.

Coaches & Facilitators

Paul Raso

LEVEL UP & YOU GROW GIRL PROGRAM COORDINATOR & COACH

Paul is the lead trainer and Executive Director of Elite Intelligence Hockey Academy; an organization started to focus on both academic and athletic support to hockey players across the GTA and Mississauga. His experience as a high school teacher, curriculum writer and Vice-Principal helps with Elite Intelligence’s unique approach to the ice, classroom and training facility.

 

  • Paul is the personal trainer for OHL star/ NHL prospect, Ty Nelson of the North Bay Batallion and is currently developing an SAT prep program for hockey players set to launch in September of 2022.

    Outside of Elite Intelligence, Paul is the Executive Director of Education Involved Advocacy Group and works advocating for families and students in both the Jane & Finch and Rexdale communities.

Accounting

Sue Hopcroft

BOOK KEEPER

While a daily, early morning aquafit class is more my style, as a mother of two, I know first hand the value sports plays in the healthy transition from childhood to adulthood and I am proud to be working with Beat the Streets and making a small contribution to their mission of building social-emotional, physical literacy and employability skills in youth.

  • I started my own business, Hopcroft Business Services, in 2001 and have been providing bookkeeping, accounting and tax services to small businesses, non-profits and charities since then.  With Beat The Streets, my role is to ensure that the financial records of the organization support the organization’s mission and fosters confidence in small supporters and large funders alike.

    Returning to school as an adult, I hold a BA Hons. from York University after graduating summa cum laude in 2008.  I am a member and past president of CPB Canada and a member and past board member of ATAP (Association of Tax & Accounting Professionals). 

    We all give back in our own ways.  I am a former board member of My Sisters Place, a shelter for women and children fleeing violence.  Currently, I mentor youth entrepreneurs through Futurpreneur Canada.

 

 Job opportunities with BTS

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