– STAFF –
JAY MANDARINO
FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, CJ’S SKATEPARK (A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION)
“Jay’s philanthropic work has been acknowledged in many editorial articles, letters of praise and with numerous awards including three medals – the Diamond Jubilee Medal from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship from the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, recognizing individuals who, through exceptional long-term efforts, have made outstanding contributions to their communities, and the Order of International Ambassadors Medal.”
KEVIN PAGE
(ADMINISTRATOR)
Kevin has been in the action sports world for over 20+ years. It all started at the retail level working on the floor at Board Zone and being there for when they turned into a large mail order.
From there, Kevin moved on to Jaysport – the first Canadian distributor for XYZ, Platinum Skateboards, Elwood Clothing, Darkstar Wheels, Joyride, Type A, and Atlantis Snowboards. Years later, staying in the snowboard industry, he moved into a customer service position with Geo X and worked with SIMS in Toronto then California and New York City. From then to this day he has been on the publishing side of things doing ad sales to some of the biggest brands in the Snowboard, Ski, and skateboard industry.
He was at SBC Media then went to the King Network and when SBC Media was bought out of bankruptcy by CJ Oyster Publishing he joined as the director of sales & marketing. He also co-manages CJ’s SKATEPARK retail shop and works with brands for skatepark sponsorships and events.
When Kevin is not working, he loves to play golf, Snowboard, and skateboard.
SHARLENE CORDOVA
(INSTRUCTOR)
Hey there, CJ’s skaters! 🛹
I’m Sharlene Cordova, your go-to gal for all things vert and bowl at CJ’s Skate Park! 🌟 As a female instructor, I’m all about breaking stereotypes and spreading the stoke for skateboarding. Catch me carving up the ramps with endless enthusiasm and a contagious smile! With my heart in the air and wheels on the ground, I’m here to help you soar to new heights in the skate park. Let’s roll together and make some rad memories on the concrete waves! 🤙 #SkateLikeAGirl #SpreadTheStoke
Troy Panelli
(SENIOR SCOOTER INSTRUCTOR)
Troy Alexander Panelli is an 18-year-old former pro-level scooter rider, bodybuilder, sales manager, black belt in taekwondo, and an all-around super motivated and driven individual. He has been riding since 2014, marking this year as his ninth year riding. Although he is relatively young, his age is secondary to his vast knowledge gained from his years of experience riding at a high level, learning all there is to know about scooters, parts, and the culture, and his overall willingness to gain knowledge and as many new skills as possible.
He has been riding at Cj’s skatepark since 2018, and he believes that his time spent as a long-time customer and user, combined with his pre-existing skills, can provide a fresh perspective and insights to help take the scooter side of the business to the next level. As he mentioned, he is highly motivated and competitive and he loves to be in situations of high stress that force him to excel. He is young and wants nothing more than to help the next generation of young riders, learn in a new work environment, and prove himself.