Joe Giansante

Joe Giansante is a well-known figure in the sports industry, with over 30 years of experience in sports media, public relations, and marketing. He currently serves as the Deputy Athletic Director for External Affairs at the University of Oregon. Prior to joining the Ducks, he served as the Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer at the University of Illinois. Giansante has also held numerous leadership positions in the sports industry, including Vice President of Communications for the Tampa Bay Lightning and Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations at the University of Miami.

    With a degree in journalism from St. Bonaventure University and a master's degree in sports administration from Miami, Giansante has a passion for sports and a talent for storytelling. He has been recognized for his work, receiving the College Sports Information Directors of America's Arch Ward Award for outstanding contributions to intercollegiate athletics and the National Sports Forum's prestigious "Kobey" Award for career achievement in sports marketing.
    
    Throughout his career, Giansante has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a dedication to helping student-athletes succeed both on and off the field. He is a skilled communicator, a strategic thinker, and a respected leader in the sports industry.