Meet the Team
Frank Massabni
President, Owner of Cool Tropics
Frank moved to the states at the age of 16 and could not speak English. His story of starting his own beverage business just three years later embodies the American Dream. Frank first met his wife Erinn in London only to find out they only lived a mile apart in Boston. They share a love of dining, dancing and traveling the world.
Hula Cooler & White Grape Peach are my favorites!
Stephen Dancey
COO
Steve has a family connection to the food industry. In Depression era Detroit, two former Dodge employees formed Nicolay and Dancey Inc., and manufactured New Era Potato Chips. This company would later be sold to Frito before it was Frito-Lay.
Kiwi Strawberry is my favorite!
Christy Venskus
Finance
Christy is our in house all around sports lover. When she isn’t attending Boston sporting events she is attending her two sons’ games. Although, she owns the home run record at her high school she feels her greatest home run is joining Cool Tropics.
Hula Cooler is my favorite!
Marge Cosman
New Customer Support, Accounts Receivable/Payable
Marge’s first job was serving hot dogs in the Bleachers at Wrigley Field in Chicago. She is a life-long Cubs fan and is overwhelmed with joy with their first World Series Championship since 1908.
Cherry Limeade is my favorite!
Bill Crosby
Sales, New England
Bill is a Civil War history enthusiast. His grandmother lived to be 101 and her father actually fought in the Civil War at age 20. His letters home to the family remain a prized possession.
Tropical Trio is my favorite!
Brian Wolverton
National K-12 Sales
Brian enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and friends throughout every season of the year; fishing, hiking and spending time on the snowmobile top his list!
White Grape Peach is my favorite!
Sandyna Yoeun
Order Processing, Order Tracking, Freight Questions
Sandyna is the ultimate time management master. She can also rival the best professional organizer!
Tropical Trio is my favorite!
Amy Taylor
Sales & Marketing
Amy loves spending time with her family and friends and of course her animals. Her best trip ever was a South African Safari where she able to pet a cheetah and see wild animals up close. She can’t wait to go back!
Mango Peach is my favorite!
Josh Miller
K-12 Sales Mid States
With a passion for supporting healthy school environments, Josh Miller specializes in sales for K-12 nutrition programs. As a father of three, Josh knows firsthand the importance of proper nutrition in helping students thrive. He works closely with school districts to provide tailored solutions that ensure students have access to nutritious meals. Josh’s personal approach, combined with his deep understanding of the challenges schools face, makes him a trusted partner in helping schools meet their nutrition goals.
Lone Star Luau is my favorite!
Dani Sheffield
Brand Specialist
Dani spent 29 years in school nutrition programs serving meals to millions of students in Texas. Her food passion is baking because it is creative and relaxing, but she also delights in making cheese and charcuterie boards for entertaining friends.
Travel to any walking city and coastal areas are favorites for enjoying the outdoors.
Blue Raspberry is my favorite!
Cody Hernden
Logistics Coordinator
Cody’s favorite part of operations is solving problems creatively. He likes to spend his free time listening to music and comedy, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with his wife and daughter.
Tropical Trio is my favorite!
Owen Damiani
Sales Support Specialist
I am an avid skateboarder, love building and working on computers, and riding dirt bikes. Born in California and raised in Massachusetts, I’ve got family on both coasts of the U.S. My favorite vacation was my time spent touring Italy; I would recommend a visit to anyone that has the chance.
Mango Peach is my favorite!
