Who We Are
“to inspire the human spirit, through the kindness of donating jerseys to give hope to patients”
John Biemer
Founder and President
John brings over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, having held key positions at Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria Secret, and DSW. Alongside his professional accomplishments, he has dedicated over 20 years to fundraising for Big Brothers/Big Sisters and has served as a committee member for Bowl for Kids’ Sake for years.
A strong believer in giving back, John has spearheaded numerous charitable initiatives within his corporate roles. Notably, he launched the Abercrombie Giving Tree, a program that has brightened the holidays for over 2,000 children by providing gifts during Christmas.
John is also the author of the Tiny Team Book Series, including Baby Buckeyes, Baby Longhorns, and Baby Al. These books aim to spark a love of reading in children by connecting them to their parents’ passion for their favorite college or university. Each book allows families to bond over traditions and shared experiences, making them thoughtful gifts for baby showers, graduations, or holidays.
Beyond his professional and creative endeavors, John has participated in the annual MS, Buddy Walk and JDRF walks, reflecting his ongoing commitment to supporting meaningful causes.
Monica Biemer
Secretary
Monica Biemer is a passionate advocate for giving back and making a difference. She co-founded Jerseys of Hope in 2014, an organization dedicated to spreading hope and positivity through the power of community and sports.
Monica has been instrumental in its growth and currently serves as the Secretary of Jerseys of Hope, and sits on its Board of Directors, where her leadership and vision continue to inspire others.
In addition to her nonprofit work, Monica is also the co-owner of Tiny Team Books, a creative venture focused on fostering imagination and learning through storytelling.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Monica is a proud mother of two, dedicating her time and energy to her family and the causes she holds dear. Her commitment to making an impact shines through in everything she does.
Thomas Paumier, DDS
Special Consultant
Dr. Paumier is a native of North Canton and graduated from Hoover High School in 1979. He attended The Ohio State University and received a B.S. In Microbiology in 1983. He received his D.D.S. degree, with honors, from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1987. He then completed a one year General Practice Residency (GPR) at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center in Youngstown, OH. He established his private practice in Canton in 1988 and has been at his current location since 1990.
Dr. Paumier has been active in organized dentistry serving on the Stark County Dental Society Board of Directors and as President in 1999. He currently serves as an Emeritus Board member. Dr. Paumier has also served in many leadership positions for the Ohio Dental Association, including 4 years as Treasurer and as President from 2014-2015. He also has been involved in continuing education, chairing the SCDS Council on Dental Education and Programs as well as the ODA’s Annual Session.
Dr. Paumier is on the active Medical Staff of Mercy Medical Center, and was instrumental in developing the General Practice Residency and Dental Services which began in 2007, and continues to serve as a clinical instructor. He is a board member of the Mercy Development Foundation, and serves as the Endowment Chair.
Dr. Paumier is a fellow of the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He lives in North Canton with his wife Christy.
Gene Biros
Board Member
Gene Biros has been involved with Jerseys of Hope since its creation. Gene is an analyst at Ricoh USA, Incorporated. He has actively volunteered in the past with such organizations as the Downs Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio. He also has served as President of the Syracuse Alumni Club of Northeast Ohio, as well as serving as on the Syracuse University Alumni Association Board of Directors. A resident of Cleveland, Biros earned a broadcast journalism degree from Syracuse University.
Ryan McNaughton
Board Member
Ryan is proud to be part of Jerseys of Hope, having teamed up with fellow board member Gene Biros to create its Cleveland Chapter to raise tens of thousands of dollars annually and increase organizational awareness.
Ryan currently serves as Director of Marketing & Development for Cadence Care Network in Niles, Ohio, garnering more than $1 million dollars of outside grants annually. He previously served as Vice President of Government Affairs for the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber. Ryan helped secure more than $1B worth of aircraft for the Youngstown Air Reserve Station.
Ryan spent close to 15 years in both on-and off-air media positions, primarily as a sports reporter in radio and television in Cleveland and Syracuse, including hosting a daily national sports talk show.
McNaughton was elected to three terms as city councilman at-large in Niles, Ohio, where he served as president pro tem.
Ryan believes in giving back to the community. On top of his Jerseys of Hope work he is a volunteer leader in his hometown of Amherst, Ohio, serving on his high school’s Athletics Hall of Fame, and Alumni, committees. He served as president of the Syracuse University Alumni Association, representing hundreds of thousands of alums across the globe while also holding a seat on the University’s Board of Trustees. He helped create a scholarship for NE Ohio SU students while serving as president of the regional Alumni Club.
McNaughton graduated from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with a B.S. degree in Broadcast Journalism. He also earned a Master of Education degree from Westminster College (Pennsylvania), and a Master of Arts degree in public relations from Kent State University.
Ryan is the proud father of two boys. Declan, and Eamonn.
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7061 Bowermoss Drive New Albany, OH 43054
jerseysofhope@yahoo.com
