BELLAIRE, Ohio – Today, leading sports trade publication Sports Business Journal announced that Joshua Gressing, director of strategy and corporate development for Haslam Sports Group (HSG) and director of business operations for the Columbus Crew, will be named to the 2024 It was announced that he has been added to the list of 40 people under 40 in 2019.
Glessing joined HSG in 2019, the same year the organization was founded by Cleveland Browns managing partners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. In his leadership role, Mr. Glessing will focus on strategic business and growth initiatives for his vast HSG portfolio, which includes the Cleveland Browns, Columbus Crew, Milwaukee Bucks, HSG Ventures, HSG Real and his estates. I am. Additionally, he directs all merger and acquisition activities, including identifying and executing opportunities to grow the HSG portfolio through investments and acquisitions.
“Since joining HSG in 2019, I have been honored to work for a best-in-class organization that continues to pursue excellence and advance the business of sports while impacting the community,” said Glessing. “I want to thank Mr. Haslam and Mr. Johnson's family, and the entire HSG leadership team for always pushing us to the highest level, and I'm so excited to be a part of it.”
“Josh is an incredibly talented leader and has been an invaluable contributor to Haslam Sports Group during his tenure, and has been a valuable contributor to our company,” said David Jenkins, chief operating officer of Haslam Sports Group. “They set the standard for the entire business.” “We are very proud to have him named a member of this year’s 40 Under 40 class and know he is extremely deserving of this recognition.”
Mr. Gressing led acquisition activities, including the identification and execution of HSG's acquisition of shared control of the Milwaukee Bucks. He also helped lead the development of Astor Park, a mixed-use real estate project adjacent to his Lower.com Field in Columbus.
He also oversees HSG Ventures' development and investment strategy. HSG Ventures is an investment vehicle focused on consistently growing sports, entertainment, media and technology investments. HSG Ventures' select investments include the WNBA (league level), StatusPro, Misfits Gaming Group, Courtside VC, Wicket, Jackpot.com, and more. He also currently serves as Director of Business Operations for Columbus Crew.
Sports Business Journal's 2024 40 Under 40 recognizes the excellence of individuals working in the sports industry across teams, leagues, agencies, and media companies, working in fields such as finance, law, sports betting, and analytics. is exemplified. Glessing is the first member of Haslam Sports Group to be awarded this honor.
