Brad Stepan joined the Steel organization as the Director of Hockey Operations in August of 2021 and was promoted to President in November of 2021. Stepan brings a lifetime of hockey experience, both as a player, talent evaluator, and father. The Minnesota native was drafted by the New York Rangers in the 5^th round of the 1985 NHL Entry Draft, playing for the organization for three seasons. Off the ice he has scouted and coached numerous levels of hockey, including the Head Coach at Rosemount High School (USHS-MN) for seven seasons, North American Hockey League scout, and three seasons as a Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) area scout. In addition, Brad’s son, Derek, is currently a member of the Carolina Hurricanes entering his 12^th NHL season.

Email: brad@chippewasteelhockey.com

Kyle Cannillo joined the Steel in May 2022 as the organization’s first Director of Communications. Cannillo brings passion for broadcasting, content creation, and of course hockey. He was raised in New Jersey and attended Penn State University. There he was a lead play-by-play broadcaster for two Division I hockey teams calling games on both Big Ten Network Plus and his campus radio station. In college he’s called high profile events including the NFL Draft live from Las Vegas as well as the school’s biggest football and hockey games. He’s also called basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, and volleyball. He has vast experience in social media, including internships with Showtime Sports and Paramount + in New York City plus MSG Networks covering the New Jersey Devils. He has also served roles as a production director for Penn State Athletics. His mission is to always make an impact and give people genuine experiences.

Email: kcannillo1@gmail.com

Here is his website portfolio: https://kylecannillo.wixsite.com/kyle-cannillo