Posted January 20, 2026 in Press Releases
CLEVELAND, OH – Greater Cleveland Sports Commission (GCSC) is proud to announce the appointment of seven new members to its Board of Trustees and 11 new members to its Associate Board. These accomplished professionals join a dedicated group of leaders committed to driving economic development and community enrichment through the attraction and management of major sporting events in Northeast Ohio.
“We are thrilled to welcome such an impressive cohort of leaders to our boards,” said David Gilbert, President and CEO of Greater Cleveland Sports Commission. “The diverse expertise and passion these individuals bring from across the corporate, legal and public sectors will be vital as we continue to position Cleveland as a premier destination for world-class sports and entertainment.”
New Board of Trustees Members
The Board of Trustees provides strategic oversight and support for GCSC’s mission to enhance the economy and image of Greater Cleveland. The newly appointed members include:
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Chris Adams, President & CEO, Park Place Technologies
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Marisa Darden, Partner, Benesch Law
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Jason Friedman, President & CEO, Addison Properties
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Lou Joseph, President & CEO, Brewer-Garrett
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Chris Miklich, Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer, Swagelok
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Ryan Puente, Deputy Chief of Staff & Chief of Government Affairs, City of Cleveland
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Sarah Rathke, Partner, Squire Patton Boggs
For a complete list of GCSC’s Board of Trustees, visit clevelandsports.org/board.
New Associate Board Members
The Associate Board is comprised of a diverse group of passionate advocates for GCSC and the City of Cleveland through the generation of ideas, advocacy and awareness. Joining the Associate Board are:
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Dr. Javier Collins, Cleveland State University
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Kayleigh Cook, Key Wealth
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Nicolette Cregan, Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
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Jared Daly, Cuyahoga County Department of Developmental Disabilities
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Maddie Flynn, CMT Consulting
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Julie Novario Calkins, JunAID Family Foundation
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Dan Rowbottom, JP Morgan Chase
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Jakob Siegfried, Wickens Herzer Panza
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Tracy Taylor, MAI Capital
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Nyla Walker, Capital One
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Bailey Wells, Cleveland Guardians
For more information on GCSC’s Associate Board, visit clevelandsports.org/aboard.