Jason Wexler Explained

Jason Wexler
Team:Memphis Grizzlies
League:NBA
College:University of Virginia & Columbia Law School
Years1:–July
Team1:Memphis Grizzlies (Chief Operating Officer)
Years2:July –April
Team2:Memphis Grizzlies (President of Business Operations)
Years3:April –Present
Team3:Memphis Grizzlies (Team President)

Jason Wexler is an American basketball executive. He holds the position of team president of the Memphis Grizzlies since April 2019.[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] Wexler is responsible for supervision of marketing communications,[6] [7] [8] community investment,[9] [10] [11] corporate partnerships,[12] [13] [14] [15] [16] ticket sales,[17] [18] [19] and arena operations.[20] [21] [22] [23] Previously, Wexler served as president of business operations beginning in July 2014. Before this, Wexler served in the capacity of Chief Operating Officer at the organization starting in 2013.[24] [25] [26] [27]

Early career

Early in his career, Wexler founded Greenhat Partners LLC, a firm specializing in real estate development and investment. Prior to that, Wexler was a partner in the Memphis law firm of Hanover, Walsh, Jalenak and Blair, PLLC.

Before joining the Grizzlies, Wexler was the president of the Henry Turley Company. In that role, he oversaw the execution of city center development initiatives and managed the daily operations of the real estate firm.[28] [29]

Memphis Grizzlies

With the promotion of Wexler to team president, he was set to guide them through a new era, shifting from the "Grit and Grind" era characterized by the departures of players like Marc Gasol and Mike Conley in 2019.[30] [31] The focus will now be on developing a younger core centered around talents such as Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant.[32] [33]

Personal life

Wexler received a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia and completed his education with a degree from Columbia Law School.[34]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Wexler promoted in Grizzlies front office overhaul. April 12, 2019.
  2. Web site: Real GM Job History. November 11, 2023.
  3. Web site: NBA notebook: Grizzlies fire coach, demote GM. April 11, 2019. Reuters.
  4. Web site: Fourth coach in seven seasons on tap for Grizz. April 11, 2019.
  5. Web site: Memphis Magazine Bio. August 5, 2019.
  6. Web site: Grizzlies to celebrate 25th season with Vancouver throwback uniforms. August 1, 2019.
  7. Web site: BTH: Griz Prez on the Evolving Game of Memphis B-Ball. September 13, 2019.
  8. Web site: The Memphis Grizzlies Select Venuetize to Launch a 365-Day, Multi-Experience App for Fans. October 1, 2019.
  9. Web site: The City Council went to lunch with the Memphis Grizzlies. Here's what they talked about. December 21, 2022.
  10. Web site: Behind the Headlines PBS. September 13, 2019. PBS.
  11. Web site: Sports Executives Enjoying 'Glory Years' of Memphis Sports. January 1, 2020.
  12. Web site: Pyramid Vodka, Memphis Grizzlies partner on new FedExForum bar. November 5, 2014.
  13. Web site: Waste Pro signs deal to become the official waste services provider to the Memphis Grizzlies. January 6, 2020.
  14. Web site: WynnBet Tennessee Partners with Memphis Grizzlies for Sports Betting. May 11, 2021.
  15. Web site: Grizzlies unveil new uniforms with FedEx as jersey sponsor. August 2, 2018.
  16. Web site: Memphis Grizzlies Make Big Announcement. September 21, 2023.
  17. Web site: Grizzlies offering free tickets to furloughed government employees. January 20, 2019.
  18. Web site: Memphis Grizzlies offer free tickets to furloughed federal workers. January 20, 2019.
  19. Web site: FedEx Forum extends mask policy for Grizzlies, Memphis games. September 29, 2021. Associated Press News.
  20. Web site: Grizzlies, Memphis officials talk potential FedExForum renovations. December 22, 2022.
  21. Web site: Empowered Memphis Grizzlies executives Jason Wexler, Zach Kleiman look to future. April 12, 2019.
  22. News: Getting to know Zach Kleiman and Jason Wexler and what their plans are for the Grizzlies. The New York Times . April 13, 2019 . Ii . Omari Sankofa .
  23. Web site: The Org Biography. November 11, 2023.
  24. Web site: Memphis Grizzlies promote Jason Wexler to President of Business Operations. July 23, 2014. NBA.com.
  25. Web site: Griz tattoo giveaway honors Johnson. February 6, 2014. ABC News.
  26. Web site: Grizzlies fire CEO Jason Levien, assistant GM Stu Lash. May 19, 2014. USA Today.
  27. Web site: Grizzlies' front-office shake-up leads to exits of CEO Levien, personnel director Lash. May 19, 2014. Fox News.
  28. Web site: Barboro Flats Developer To Begin Second Phase. Nov 21, 2011.
  29. Web site: November 21, 2011.
  30. Web site: Memphis Grizzlies to retire Zach Randolph's No. 50 after eight memorable seasons. July 6, 2017.
  31. Web site: Grizzlies fire head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, reassign Chris Wallace. November 23, 2019.
  32. Web site: Grizzlies reportedly eyeing Morant for #2 pick. May 16, 2019.
  33. Web site: 'Checking In' during NBA hiatus with Grizzlies president Jason Wexler. March 27, 2020. NBA.com.
  34. Web site: Power 100 2023: Sports stars: Penny Hardaway, Joe Tomek, Jason Wexler. February 13, 2023.

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