LaRocca has previously served on the board of LIMA and is a past recipient of the SportsBusiness Journal’s Forty Under 40 award. Prior to Discovery Communications, Rivera spent six years as Director at BBC Digital, where he oversaw and led the transformation of BBC’s digital presence, increasing BBC’s online reach to 40 million people and making the BBC iPlayer the top OTT video service in the United Kingdom. Senior Vice President, Corporate Services. He served from the league's founding as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) in 1946 until 1947. In 1992, Franzreb earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology/psychology from Fordham University, where he also played and coached basketball. Prior to being appointed to the position in May 2020 by the NBA China Board of Directors, Ma was most recently CEO of Endeavor China, a subsidiary of global sports and entertainment leader Endeavor with Sequoia Capital China and Tencent. Bass joined the NBA in September 1997 and spent time as Director of NBA Entertainment Communications, where he helped develop a department solely dedicated to public relations for the league’s production and new media division. He also previously served as President at Major League Gaming, and spent 10 years at AOL as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Games and International Programming. Levy is based in Hong Kong with his wife Ilene and sons Matthew and Joshua. Williams, a dual citizen of Sierra Leone and the U.S., holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and bachelor’s degrees in applied math and economics from Brown University. Prior to joining the NBA, de Mello was the CEO and co-founder of Loops, which helps companies, political parties and community groups with their social media strategies. Il comprend les choses, il a grandi dans les mêmes conditions que nous… On ne fait pas mieux que ça ! In addition, Russo is an executive member of the league’s task force focused on the 2019-20 season restart in Orlando and developing standards for the operational relaunch of NBA arenas in support of the 2020-21 NBA season. She helped build the strategies for negotiating and activating the naming rights for STAPLES Center, a milestone naming rights deal. Mercato - PSG : Kylian Mbappé est interpellé par... le gouvernement ! A former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law, (NBA-SBl) Mr Olumide Akpata, has emerged the 30th President of the NBA. Prior to this, LaRocca served as the NBA’s Vice President of E-commerce, managing the 2000 relaunch of NBAStore.com. Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is speaking out after a California sheriff's deputy dropped a lawsuit that alleged Ujiri assaulted him during the 2019 NBA Finals. President, Global Content & Media Distribution. As the WNBA’s first Commissioner, Engelbert is responsible for setting the vision for the WNBA and overseeing the league’s day-to-day business and basketball operations. Adam Silver was unanimously elected NBA Commissioner on Feb. 1, 2014, by the NBA Board of Governors. The Nigerian Bar Association has instituted a suit at the Lagos Division of the Federal High court against the President of Nigeria, as well as the Police Service Commission, and the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar Adamu.. Stuart has 20 years of experience as a business executive in the diversity and inclusion and talent management fields. Mercato - Manchester United : Un gardien sur le point d'être vendu ? Executive Vice President, Media Operations & Technology. Brenner has been instrumental in the NBA’s achievement of many milestones in the social media space, including the first professional sports league to partner with YouTube (2005) and Facebook (2007). LaRocca leads a team that is responsible for the management of the league’s global merchandising and marketing partnerships. The Associated Press Published Friday, February 13, 2015 9:29PM EST In this Jan. 28, … Additionally, Koenig oversees the NBA’s content development, production and licensing activities and the league’s direct-to-consumer offerings (including NBA TV, NBA League Pass and the NBA’s applications and websites). He has led communications strategy for the NBA’s most important business issues, including the league’s last Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations, the last three television agreements and its vast digital and global initiatives. EFCC Counsel Mr Uduak Kufre told Justice Rilwan Aikawa of the Federal high court sitting in … He was charged with publicizing the network’s mini-series, movies, specials and event programming. Working with Basketball Operations, Hellmuth leads the technical development of the Replay Center and its integration in NBA telecasts and content. He chairs the league’s business continuity task force that is responsible for safely reopening league offices and advising teams on processes and protocols for reopening team facilities. Prior to that, he served as the general manager, and for one season the interim head coach, of the New Jersey Nets from 2007 to 2010. As commissioner, Mr. Stern built the model for professional sports in league operations, public service, global marketing, television distribution and digital technology. In her first stint with the NBA from 2006 to 2008, Flatow served as Vice President of Strategic Marketing, where she created marketing solutions for prospective marketing partners. He also served as Chicago Managing Principal, supervising talent and community involvement initiatives in the local office. He lives in Riverside, Conn., with his wife and three children. He officiated playoff games all four years, including the CBA Finals in his last three seasons. Prior to joining the NBA, Koenig was associated with the law firm of Proskauer Rose Goetz and Mendelsohn, where he was a litigator who concentrated on professional sports and antitrust matters. Before joining the NBA, Silver was a litigation associate at the New York law firm of Cravath, Swaine & Moore, where he concentrated on media and antitrust cases. He also serves as a key liaison between the league office and its teams, drawing upon his years of experience as a general manager, coach and player. Copyright © 2021 NBA Media Ventures, LLC. Tatum, who joined the NBA in 1999, is responsible for the NBA’s business operations, including leading the NBA’s international efforts. In this role, Meiseles oversees the development, production and programming of NBA, WNBA and NBA G League content and events globally. During his tenure, Levy helped grow broadcast distribution for NBA programming to more than 200 countries and 40 languages. An intense commitment to social responsibility both in the United States and around the world marked Mr. Stern’s tenure as commissioner. As Executive Vice President of Media Operations & Technology for NBA Entertainment, Steve Hellmuth oversees the league’s broadcast operations, engineering and stats, and analytics technology departments. PSG - Malaise : Le constat clair de Pochettino sur la situation de Draxler ! B. Mahmoud OON, SAN, embrace the Secretary and Chairman of the Technical Committee on Conference Planning (TCCP), for delivering a world class conference. Cavaliers star LeBron James elected vice-president of NBA players' union. A graduate of St. John’s University, Meiseles began his career at NBC as associate producer working on the 1988 Seoul Olympics. By accessing any information on this site, you agree to abide by the NBA.com Network Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Russo leads various aspects of the league’s COVID-19 response plans. Raptors president Masai Ujiri celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy after defeating the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals in 2019. With a focus on people, culture, inclusion and innovation, Stuart aims to establish policies and expand programs to increase the representation of people of color and women in leadership roles and positions across the league. NBA logo is seen on the facade of its flagship store at the Wangfujing shopping street in Beijing (Reuters) – The NBA fined Philadelphia 76ers’ President … Spruell has served on several charitable boards and committees, including World Business Chicago and the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, and is active in various nonprofit organizations, including the United Way, Big Shoulders Fund, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Chicago Urban League. He also previously held positions with the then-New Orleans Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks, Detroit Pistons and Palace Sports and Entertainment. Taylor also guides the Foundation’s organizational goals, manages its operations and resources and designs fundraising that yields long-term success. Brenner lives on the Upper West Side with her husband Joe and their two children, Sadie and Jack. Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer. He also serves as Secretary of the NBA’s Board of Governors. He received his degree in economics and was a Rhodes Scholar finalist. Franzreb tipped off his NBA career with the New York Knicks, where he began as a Public Relations intern in the 1991-92 season and assisted in various capacities with the organization through 1997. MacNab sits on the Board of Canada Basketball and volunteers as Mentor for both the Sponsorship Marketing Council of Canada and WISE (Women in Sport and Entertainment) Toronto. He lives in Short Hills, N.J., with his wife and two daughters. Tatum received a B.S. Engelbert has more than 30 years of experience in business and operations. Former U.S. president Barack Obama is attending Game 2 of the NBA Finals in Toronto between the Raptors and Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.. Obama, a … Through his leadership skills and extensive industry relationships, Tatum has been influential in guiding and growing the league’s business for more than two decades. Meiseles is also responsible for overseeing the league’s digital media, production operations, and corporate and special services functions as well as managing the league’s relationships with its national television partners – ABC, ESPN, TNT and NBA Digital – and its local and regional partners, including Fox Sports Network. Since joining the NBA in 2005, Brooks has served in a variety of roles, and in 2017 was named the league’s first Chief Innovation Officer. Mercato - OM : Frank McCourt doit-il licencier Jacques-Henri Eyraud ? Prior to joining the NBA, Behrens served as Executive Director of New York Cares, a nonprofit organization that mobilizes volunteers to help people in need throughout the five boroughs. Koenig is a native of Hollywood, Fla., and resides in Scarsdale, N.Y. As President, Global Partnerships, Salvatore LaRocca oversees the NBA’s commercial partnerships business on a global basis. Author: Michael Shapiro Publish date: Feb 17, 2020. A graduate of American University in Washington, D.C., Flatow is a member of the Advertising Women of New York and WISE and is an active mentor in the sports marketing industry. As a strong supporter of diversity and inclusion, Engelbert is the first woman to serve as chair of the Catalyst Board, a global non-profit organization that promotes inclusive workplaces for women, and was also the first woman chair of the Center for Audit Quality Governing Board. In this role, he also partnered with the leaders of Disney’s business units on the launch of new businesses and the annual financial planning process. Under his direction, NBA merchandise has grown to global distribution in more than 100 countries on six continents and sales on NBAStore.com have increased by more than 100 percent. Tennis : Le bel hommage de Novak Djokovic à Daniil Medvedev ! During her WNBA career, Wideman founded the Stanford Athletic Alliance and Hoopin’ with Jamila, a youth mentoring program. Hellmuth was production manager for Super Bowl XX, produced the Emmy-nominated opening telecasts for the 1986 World Series, and coordinated the production of Olympic profiles for the 1980 Moscow games. Prior to assuming his current role in April 2017, Donohue served as Senior Vice President of the NBA’s industry-renowned Team Marketing & Business Operations (TMBO) department, where he led the strategic planning and management for all teams across the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League, helping them innovate in sales, marking, digital and analytical areas of their business. He was the chair emeritus of the Trustees of Columbia University and served on the boards of the Rutgers University Foundation, the NAACP, the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday Commission, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the Paley Center for Media and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Prior to joining the NBA, Bass worked as Senior Press Representative for the CBS television network. He also served as general manager of the NBA G League’s Reno Bighorns (now known as the Stockton Kings) during the 2013-14 season. SportsBusiness Journal named Tatum to its list of the 50 Most Influential People in Sports Business in 2014 and 2015. No portion of this site may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. Mercato - PSG : Cette terrible annonce sur l’avenir de Mbappé ! The Raptors had just won their first title at Oracle Arena in Oakland on June 13, 2019, when team president Masai Ujiri went onto the court to join his celebrating team. Abdur-Rahim also earned a gold medal with USA Basketball at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Prior to joining the NBA, Russo worked for The City of New York in the Mayor’s Office of Construction, where he played a leading role in the formation of New York City’s Department of Design and Construction. Executive Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, NBA Properties. Behrens joined the NBA in September 2000 as Vice President, Community Relations, overseeing all of the NBA’s public service initiatives, community outreach and employee volunteer programs. As Executive Vice President & Managing Director of NBA Asia, Scott Levy oversees development and expansion of the NBA’s strategic initiatives in Asia excluding Greater China. The NBA fined 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey $50,000 on Monday for violating the league's antitampering rule. As Executive Vice President, Digital Media for the National Basketball Association, Melissa Rosenthal Brenner leads the development, oversight and implementation of the NBA’s global digital strategy and social media portfolio across multiple media platforms. Additionally, Brooks spearheaded the NBA’s groundbreaking jersey patch program to feature corporate logos on team jerseys. He is based in the league’s Beijing office and reports to NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum. She also helps lead NBA Mind Health, the league’s program for driving the important conversation around mental health and sharing resources for all members of the NBA family to help identify and navigate mental health challenges, strengths and opportunities. Before joining the league office, Fall worked for the Dallas Mavericks as Director of Player Personnel and Vice President of International Affairs, where he served as the team’s goodwill ambassador internationally and oversaw its scouting assignments. Rivera was most recently the Managing Director at Eurosport Digital with Discovery Communications, where he was responsible for leading their digital direct-to-consumer business, including the website, Eurosport.com, and over-the-top (OTT) sports platform, Eurosport Player. Mercato - PSG : Pour remplacer Mbappé, Pochettino réclame une star de Premier League ! Before joining the NBA league office in 2009, Donohue spent five years as Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service with the Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers and Philips Arena. 1 on the publication’s annual list of the 50 Most Influential People in Sports Business. No portion of NBA.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. He is also responsible for the development and implementation of the NBA broadcast facility standards for the design, construction and operation of NBA arenas, including lighting and camera placement in-venue. He also produced Larry Bird Night for the Boston Celtics and the All-Century Team Celebration on-field at the 1999 MLB All-Star game. As part of his efforts to grow the game in the region, he directed key strategic partnerships, including with Globo, Televisa and Liga Nacional de Basquete (LNB), grew the league’s local sponsorship business, successfully launched the NBA’s e-commerce and retail presence in Brazil and Mexico, and brought the game closer to fans through programs such as NBA Global Games, NBA Academy Latin America, Basketball without Borders and Jr. NBA. NASSAU, BAHAMAS, February 17, 2020 – Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets was elected a Vice President of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) at today's annual winter meeting of the Board of NBPA Player Representatives. Wideman graduated from New York University Law School. Mercato - PSG : Leonardo reçoit un énorme conseil pour Mbappé ! Brooks received her M.B.A. from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. As the Executive Director of the NBPA since 2014, Michele Roberts ardently works on behalf of NBA players to ensure their rights are protected and that they are fairly compensated for the great value they bring to the court and as ambassadors of the game. Before Endeavor China, Ma spent more than a decade with the NBA at the league’s offices in New York City and Beijing. Une chose est sûre, LeBron James a marqué la ligue américaine de son empreinte, multipliant les records et ayant de nombreux titres à son actif. with honors from Yale University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer. It is a dream come true, it's #ABraveNewBar #NBA2017AGC Basket - NBA : L'implacable constat dressé par Draymond Green et Stephen Curry ! Spruell, who begins with the NBA on August 1, will report to Silver. As Senior Vice President, Chief Facilities Officer at the National Basketball Association, Chris Russo leads the league’s Facilities & Venues department, overseeing the design and development of domestic and international NBA projects, and representing league interests in real estate initiatives, including league office operations and arena development. Vice President, Head of Referee Development and Training. LaRocca serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of LaSalle Academy in New York City and is on the Board of Directors for the Sports and Fitness Industry Association. » a-t-il déclaré dans le podcast All The Smoke, dans des propos relayés par Parlons-basket.com. Since joining the league, Tatum has held several positions, including Senior Vice President and Vice President of Business Development, Senior Director and Group Manager of Marketing Properties, and Director of Marketing Partnerships. He has been instrumental to many of the league’s signature achievements, including the negotiation of three collective bargaining agreements with the National Basketball Players Association; the development of the WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and the Basketball Africa League; the partnership with Turner Broadcasting to manage the NBA’s digital assets; and the creation of NBA China. The NBA President then informed the gathering that a fact-finding committee headed by Mr. Tolu Aderemi, has been set up to meet with the said Funke Giwa and to report back their findings. The NBA and the NBPA announced on Nov. 9 that they’ve struck a deal on rules for the 2020-21 season, which will start on Dec. 22. She also has been recognized by SportsBusiness Journal (Forty Under 40) and Forbes (Most Powerful Women in Sports). A 9-year veteran of the NBA, 6-time NBA All-Star and 2016 NBA Champion, Irving will replace Pau Gasol who has served on the Executive … She has played a significant role in the league’s biggest events in the country – including NBA Canada Series presented by Bell – and created the annual NBA Canada Partner Summit, which began in 2018 and brings together the league’s Canadian partners, executives and industry thought-leaders. Senior Vice President, Chief Facilities Officer. He also oversees the Global Partnerships, Marketing, Communications and Team Marketing and Business Operations departments in addition to the NBA G League. He oversees diversity and inclusion strategies for the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League and NBA 2K League and its teams, supports the growth and development of the NBA’s global workforce, and strengthens commitments to attract, retain, develop and engage diverse talent. He has competed in multi-sport and adventure races, including the New York Marathon, Oxfam Japan Trailwalker and many triathlons raising funds for Fred’s Team and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Selected by team presidents, … During his tenure with Global Novations, Stuart supported clients across Asia, Australia, Europe and North America, guided the expansion of the firm’s technology and consulting platforms, and led its ultimate acquisition by Korn Ferry in 2012. From 2005 to 2006, Flatow served as a key conduit to the entertainment community for The Coca-Cola Company, where she led relationships with The Oscars, American Idol and Jay-Z. As President of Global Content & Media Distribution, Bill Koenig is responsible for the domestic and international media businesses for the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League and USA Basketball. Prior to 1996, LaRocca oversaw the league’s apparel and USA Basketball licensing programs. Working closely with the NBA Foundation Board of Directors, Program Officers, National Basketball Players Association and all 30 NBA teams, he forms impactful partnerships and oversees support for national and local organizations in NBA markets and communities across the United States and Canada. Senior Vice President, Player Development. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the National Black MBA Association and is a member of the Executive Leadership Council, a national organization that empowers African-American corporate leaders to make significant and impactful contributions in the global marketplace and their communities. Prior to joining the league office, Abdur-Rahim spent five years with the Sacramento Kings as assistant general manager and assistant coach. Mr. Stern also oversaw the launch of the leagues’ digital assets, including NBA.com, WNBA.com, and NBADLeague.com; social media platforms; NBA League Pass; NBA TV; and mobile applications, all of which reach hundreds of millions of fans every day. He is Chair of the Harvard Business School Club of New York and a member of the Executive Leadership Council, a national organization that empowers African-American corporate leaders to make impactful contributions. Engelbert has also been recognized as one of Working Mother magazine’s 50 Most Powerful Moms and one of Fast Company magazine’s Most Productive People. The award is given out each year to recognize the executive of one of the league's most successful teams and is chosen by other league presidents. Fall, who was named BAL President in May 2019, oversees the league’s business and basketball operations, leading its efforts to build a comprehensive basketball ecosystem in Africa. She later worked as Senior Vice President of Community & Player Programs, and Executive Vice President of Social Responsibility & Player Programs.