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Hoffmann Family of Companies
The Hoffmann Family of Companies are the proud owners of the Florida Everblades and supporters of Type I Diabetes research. The company empowers people and businesses by elevating the quality of life through its collection of companies. The chosen companies have been acquired by the Hoffmann family and offer a variety of hospitality businesses including dining, entertainment, sports and family activities, along with businesses that deliver exquisite, professional services such as executive suite rentals, events, transportation, marketing, and commercial building improvements.
All Hoffmann Family business, including the Hertz Arena, Naples Transportation & Tours, Naples Princess and others, donate their goods and services to Type 1 Timer in support of the diabetes and hockey communities.
Delaney Hockey
Kevin Delaney leads the skills portion of our program. Kevin services as the skills coach for the Chicago Blackhawks (NHL), Rockford IceHogs (AHL), and University of Wisconsin Men’s & Women’s Hockey Teams (Division I). He also founded Delaney Hockey, which is a top program focused on developing youth, high school, junior, and pro talent. Delaney Hockey offers developmental programs including learn to skate, drop-in clinics, special instructional seminars, camps, consultations, and private sessions.
The Florida Everblades
Founded in 1998, The Florida Everblades are a professional minor league ice hockey team based in Estero, Florida. They play in the ECHL and are affiliated with the Florida Panthers of the National Hockey League (NHL) and the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League (AHL).
The Everblades have made the playoffs in all but one of their seasons, making it to the Kelly Cup finals a total of 6 times, winning in 2012 and 2022, and 2023.
Type 1 Timer and The Hoffmann Family are proud supporters and partners of Breakthrough T1D (formerly) JDRF! The Hoffmann Family was honored to be the 2018 Fund a Cure Family for the Illinois One Dream Gala, where a record-breaking $5.4 million was raised to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes. In addition to their work funding research and advocating for policies that accelerate access to new therapies, Breakthrough T1D provides a support network for millions of people around the world impacted by T1D. Type 1 Timer is passionate about expanding this community and to providing an opportunity for T1D hockey players to get to know others like them!
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Hartlieb Elite Athlete Transformation
Hartlieb Elite Athlete Transformation (HEAT) was founded by Miranda and Ernie Hartlieb in 2020, with the goal of creating a well-rounded facility in which youth and professional athletes can flourish. HEAT incorporates all aspects of off ice training, including conditioning, recovery, and nutrition. HEAT has partnered with Type 1 Timer hockey since the beginning, providing invaluable insights into camp and youth programs.
Ernie retired from his professional career in 2010 following five years with the Florida Everblades, but his love for the game has only grown. He remains committed to not only he team, but the fans and youth programs at Hertz Arena. A former FGCU hockey commentator, Miranda shares his passion and belief that everyone should get to share in and experience the same game. This passion for hockey has been passed on to the next generation of Hartlieb’s, with Hunter (10) and Jax (8) getting on skates at 1.5 years old! The family remains very active in the community, including charitable events hosted by Hertz & the Everblades.
The Hartleib’s love to watch their athletes grow as individuals and players and are honored to be part of their journeys!
Luke kunin t1d fund
Born in Chesterfield, Missouri, Luke Kunin always knew he wanted to play hockey. When he was diagnosed with T1D at the early age of 12, his dreams came into question. Refusing to give up, Luke sought inspiration and support from other T1D athletes and role models. In 2016, he was drafted by the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the NHL Draft. Now a successful hockey player with the San Jose Sharks, Luke is passionate about giving back and inspiring other T1D youth and young adults to pursue their goals and dreams and live life to the fullest.
He is also committed to raising awareness and supporting research, launching the Luke Kunin T1D Fund in 2021, to create awareness, fund research, and support kids and their families impacted by Type 1 diabetes. Whether it’s providing parents advice on how to properly care for their Type 1 children in sports or simply giving a bit of moral support, LKT1D aims to be a visible presence to players and their families who are dealing with Type 1 Diabetes.
Tandem Diabetes Care
Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and the healthcare providers supporting them through a positively different experience.
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