About Us

We are a renowned sports and entertainment organization with a rich history in basketball and community engagement.

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment team collaboration

Our team-first mentality extends beyond the court to everything we do

At Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, our team prioritizes unity on and off the court, driven by the belief that sports and entertainment unite diverse communities for collective joy. Fueled by the passion of our fans, customers and partners, we strive for top-notch experiences and hospitality, showcasing the best of Brooklyn. Rooted in Integrity, Accountability, Growth Mindset and Care, our culture emphasizes inclusivity and excellence in all aspects of our work.

Our Leadership

Our Executive Leadership team is focused on sustaining a culture of excellence and accountability while delivering best-in-class entertainment for our fans and customers.

Our Board

Joe Tsai

Governor, Brooklyn Nets;
Chairman, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment

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Clara Wu Tsai

Vice-Chair, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment;
Governor, New York Liberty

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Ollie Weisberg

Vice-Chairman, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment;
Alternate Governor, Brooklyn Nets

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Executive Leadership Team

Sam Altman

Chief Corporate Development Officer

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Catherine Carlson

Executive Vice President, Global Partnerships

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Keia Clarke

Chief Executive Officer, New York Liberty

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Keia Cole

Chief Digital Officer

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Shanon Ferguson

Chief Hospitality Officer

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Maribeth Gainard

Chief Human Resources Officer

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Jeff Gewirtz

Chief Legal Officer;
Executive Vice President, Business Affairs

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Laurie Jacoby

Executive Vice President and Chief Entertainment Officer

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Paul Kavanaugh

Executive Vice President, Ticketing

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Becky Kimbro

Senior Vice President, Sports & Corporate Marketing

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Jonathan Kolb

General Manager, New York Liberty

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Sean Marks

General Manager, Brooklyn Nets;
Alternate Governor, Brooklyn Nets

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Marissa Shorenstein

Chief External Affairs Officer

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Peter Stern

Chief Financial Officer

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Sam Zussman

Chief Executive Officer;
Alternate Governor, Brooklyn Nets

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Join Our Team and Unlock Your Potential

We strive for an environment where every employee can be their authentic selves while growing, developing, learning, and performing at the highest levels. We support our employees with career growth opportunities and learning pathways and they get hands-on experience in all facets of sports, media, entertainment, and hospitality.

At Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, our employees work hard to meet the demands of our growing and expanding businesses but as an entertainment, sports and hospitality company, we also have a lot of fun!

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Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment By the Numbers

In 2019, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment was recognized among the top 5 coolest offices in New York by Crain's, showcasing the organization's commitment to fostering an innovative and inspiring work environment. Simultaneously, the Barclays Center, a part of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, secured the #5 spot in Billboard's U.S. Venue of the Decade rankings, emphasizing its enduring impact and significance in the entertainment industry over the past ten years. These accolades highlight Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment's dedication to excellence in both its workspace and cultural contributions to the community.

2012

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment founded

11

Brands

~500

Full-time employees

Our Employees and Properties Are Recognized Regularly Across the Industry

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment

2024: Front Office Sports – Most Impactful Sports Organizations

Barclays Center

2026: Association of Luxury Suite Designers (ALSD) – Premium Experience Award
2024: International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) Conference – Arena of the Year
2024: International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) – Venue Excellence Award Winner

Brooklyn Nets

2026: Hashtag Sports Awards – Best Global Campaign
2026: Webby Awards – Video & Film, Sports Award
2025: New York Sports Emmy – Sports Documentary Award
2025: Hashtag Sports Awards – Best TikTok Presence
2025: Clio Sports Awards – Use of Athlete Award (Bronze)
2024: Clio Sports Awards – Integrated Marketing Campaign Award (Gold), Creative Effectiveness, Digital/Mobile, Experience/Activation and Fan Engagement Award (Bronze)
2024: Hashtag Sports Awards – Best Art Direction

New York Liberty

2025: Fast Company – Most Innovative Companies
2025: New York Sports Emmy – Sports Promotion Award

Bryan Flannery

2025: Professional Basketball Writers Association (PBWA) – Val Ackerman Award
2024: Professional Basketball Writers Association (PBWA) – Val Ackerman Award

Chris Carrino

2026: NBA – Curt Gowdy Electronic Media Award
2023: NBA – Values of the Game Award

Darolyn Pierce

2026: Sports Business Journal – Sports Business Awards: Tech - Next in Sports Tech: Rising Woman of the Year

Gregg Bishop

2026: City & State New York – Who’s Who in Sports

Jeff Gewirtz

2026: Legal 500 – New York City GC Powerlist
2025: Legal 500 – New York City GC Powerlist
2019: Legal 500 – United States GC Powerlist
2014: Association of Media & Entertainment Counsel (AMEC) – Sports Counsel of the Year
2009: Sports Business Journal – Forty Under 40

Jonathan Kolb

2023 WNBA Executive of the Year