KAREN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION - Key Persons

Brendan Doyle

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • DIRECTOR of FOOTBALL OPERATIONS
Brendan joined the Karen Football Association as Director of Football Operations in August 2022 in order to work with the members of the Advisory Board to develop a training methodology and style of play for the organization.

Kyle Johnson - Founder

Job Titles:
  • EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
  • FOUNDER
Kyle Johnson founded the Karen Football Association in 2019. He uses his experience as an entrepreneur and passion for gender equity, and working with athletes in underserved communities to help navigate the organization. Johnson has a long history in the local soccer community in the Twin Cities area. As an avid entrepreneur he founded and was on the original leadership teams of Joga Bonito, Like a Girl, Freestyle Underground, TAKA FC, and SOL of the Cities. Driven by a passion for serving athletes in underserved communities and increasing access to sports, Johnson has been recognized for his remarkable contributions to the community. In 2019, he was among the distinguished few chosen by Major League Soccer (MLS) for his exemplary efforts in this regard. The MLS WORKS Community MVP Award, which celebrates individuals who leverage soccer as a force for good in their neighborhoods, is a prestigious recognition indeed. Over the past nine years, his passion has been advocating for gender equality in refugee communities by using role models to inspire both men and women for the betterment of future generations. In 2023, he was presented with the prestigious National Girls & Women in Sports Breaking Barriers Award. "The honor of receiving this award on the 50th Anniversary is absolutely humbling. It is an honor to be recognized alongside the most extraordinary women who have and continue to pave the way for young women.

Lay Lay Zan

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
  • Secretary

Mohamed Malim - Chairman, President

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Board
  • President