Topher is a Strategist and Creative who currently lives and works in Washington DC. In addition to FirstTouch, Topher has worked with companies and brands such as Google, MLS, WNBA, NBA, and UEFA. As Content and Marketing Director of FirstTouch, Topher helps manage our content production from concept to completion while contributing editorial and writing services for FirstTouch Media as well as managing FT Digital. Before launching his career in marketing, he enjoyed time with the U18 and U20 U.S. National Teams leading to standout collegiate and short professional career.

Parnell is an Analyst and Creative who currently lives and works in Washington D.C. He grew up in the game of football enjoying time in the D.C United Academy before his collegiate career prepared him for 3 years professionally in Germany. Prior to FirstTouch, Parnell has worked with the U.S Soccer Foundation, NCC Media, and is currently finishing up his licenses to enter into the Financial Services Industry. As an Analyst Director of FirstTouch, Parnell helps manage our creative process while contributing writing services and statistical analysis for our blog.

Yolanda Nokuri Hegngi is committed to the growth of businesses in emerging markets for global clients. In the last 8 years, she has been a managing director for a management consulting company that supported leaders in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas and organizations like the FMO, World Bank Group, and the International Monetary Fund.

Coach Judah Cooks has coached and developed players for the last 20 years. He is a D.C. native and coached Coach Parnell and Coach Brendon on WCAC Championship-winning teams at DeMatha Catholic High School. Before his coaching career began, Coach Judah was a recognized talent in the greater Washington, DC metro area. He now serves as the Director of Coaching at Lee Mount Vernon Sports Club.

Dennis is a Certified Content Marketer who has been creating content that sells and managing the associated processes with FirstTouch for over three years. He believes that authentic content builds trust and establishes mutually beneficial transactions between organizations and the people they serve. He has founded three other start-ups in the agriculture, fashion and finance industry. When he's not envisioning how else to put a dent on the universe, Dennis will probably be catching up with Arsenal football club's exploits.

Margaret specializes in social media and content marketing for First Touch Group. She uses her background in communications and digital marketing to help brands elevate their content strategies and reach wider audiences. She also supports the team with content and copywriting for various clients. Her passion is assisting organizations in communicating their value effectively.

Coach Brendon Gregoire is the Girls' Director of Seton Roadrunners F.C. and the Head Varsity Coach at Elizabeth Seton High School. As a 2007 DeMatha Catholic High School alum, he has been part of the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference (WCAC) community. He has been coaching in the surrounding metro area for 10 years. As an All-Conference and All-Metro student athlete, he was part of the National Championship program, winning 3 WCAC Championships while on an unbeaten streak of 67 games.

Coach Juan Carlos Parra has coached and developed players for 15 years. Carlos now works with Arlington Soccer as their Girls' Academy Director after serving as the director of player development and youth academy director at RISE Soccer Club in Houston since 2020.

Christopher, a senior creator at First Touch has been with the team since 2019. Being a graphic designer and visual artist for at least 5 years, his main vision is about making ideas come to life.