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Paradise Valley, Az, Us

Phoenix, Az

AZ Drive is Arizona’s premier professional pickleball team, composed of an elite group of players and coached by one of the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the field. Dedicated to excellence and sportsmanship, AZ Drive is committed to providing fans a thrilling experience.Our investors have experience in sports, business, entertainment, retail, and hospitality, including Michael Phelps, Devin Booker, Dierks Bentley, Larry Fitzgerald Jr., and others.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

President & CEO of the NBA Phoenix Suns, WNBA Phoenix Mercury, Footprint Center multi-purpose arena, Suns Legacy Properties, Legends Entertainment District, and affiliated entities.Directed end-to-end P&L accountability for $350M+ in annual revenue, adeptly managing a $250M operations budget while leading a workforce of 1500+ employees. Acted as the public representative for all business, governmental, and community affairs-related engagements.Accomplishment Highlights:• Transformational Financial Success: Orchestrated an exceptional franchise value surge, propelling market valuation from $400M in 2012 (Forbes) to an unprecedented $4B upon the successful 2023 sale, coupled with extraordinary 300% growth in total revenue over the span of a decade.• Organizational/Corporate Culture Turnaround: Entrusted with pivotal leadership in 2012, successfully navigating the aftermath of the Great Recession and the NBA lockout. Rallied employees and team members to overcome emotional hurdles and established a unifying philosophy of teamwork and cohesion. Implemented key strategies that drove success and elevated the fan experience.• Capital Improvement Oversight: Spearheaded comprehensive $300M+ renovation of a 35-year-old arena, remarkably completing the project 6 months ahead of schedule amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Led negotiations with the City of Phoenix, garnering a $150M public vote endorsement. Strategically engaged the community through public town halls and collaborative events with the Mayor’s office. • Sports Betting Innovation: Pioneered and directed a groundbreaking sports betting initiative, strategically collaborating with the Arizona Governor, and the Diamondbacks and Cardinals sports franchises, and Native American tribes. Conducted intricate negotiations with Native American tribes and state legislative bodies to become the first professional sports teams in the nation to hold licenses with a Sportsbook.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Seamlessly managed diverse operational departments, including Arena Operations, Broadcast Productions, Game Entertainment, Information Technology, Legal, and Human Resources, fostering cross-functional synergy to drive organizational excellence.Accomplishment Highlights:• Negotiated and signed the Suns' transformational 10-year, $350M+ Broadcast Rights Agreement with Fox Sports RSN, strategically maximizing revenue potential and enhancing the team's media presence.• Ideated a visionary customer service training initiative, propelling the Suns to achieve an impressive #2 ranking in NBA customer satisfaction, underscoring a commitment to delivering exceptional fan experiences.• Drove successful execution of a critical $10M arena renovation endeavor, deftly securing $7M in public funding, while meticulously overseeing project milestones and ensuring alignment with budgetary targets.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Provided strategic leadership as Chief Legal Officer, overseeing all legal dimensions of the Phoenix Suns, Footprint Center, Legends Entertainment District, Suns Legacy Properties, and Phoenix Mercury, ensuring operational integrity and legal compliance.Accomplishment Highlights:• Performed impactful negotiation and detailed drafting of player, coaching, basketball operations, and executive employment contracts, safeguarding the organization's interests.• Played an integral role as the lead compliance officer during the NBA lockout, skillfully navigating complex regulatory landscapes and contributing to successful resolutions.• Enabled annual revenue exceeding $10M by leading formation and operationalization of the Legends Entertainment District, propelling the company's evolution into an impactful out-of-home advertising entity.• Directed acquisition of a $21M downtown Phoenix parking garage, optimizing the organization's assets and bolstering its presence within the urban landscape. • Leveraged astute negotiation skills to uphold the intricacies of the NBA Collective Bargaining structure and finalize complex corporate sponsorship agreements.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

The nation’s largest privately held automotive dealership group comprised of over 100 locations.Demonstrated hands-on approach to land use and entitlement activities, managing the negotiation, documentation, and successful conclusion of various real estate acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures within VT's expansive real estate portfolio.Accomplishment Highlights:• Delivered comprehensive legal guidance to VT's multifaceted operations, offering expert support in contract negotiation, safeguarding intellectual property assets, and managing complex litigation scenarios.• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including executives and stakeholders, to drive the successful execution of high-stakes real estate transactions, contractual agreements, and critical regulatory compliance initiatives.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

One of the largest full-service business law firm in the Western US.Practiced in a business law firm covering mergers and acquisitions, SEC compliance, equity financing, commercial contracts, and real estate transactions for public and private entities, exemplifying proficiency in complex corporate and real estate matters.

San Diego, California, United States

Reported to the commanding admiral of the US 3rd Fleet, delivering daily intelligence briefings and strategic insights to facilitate informed decision-making at the highest operational level.

Jd, Law

Bachelor Of Science - Bs

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