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Josh Solomon
Principal at Business of Sports School
Josh Solomon is the Principal at Business of Sports School in New York City, a position he has held since September 2008.1 He has an extensive background in education and finance, with experience as an assistant principal and math/Japanese teacher at NYC DOE from 1999 to 2008.1 Prior to his career in education, Solomon worked as an Investment Banking Associate at Chase from 1993 to 1997.1
Solomon's educational background includes:
- Doctor of Education (EdD) in Urban Education and Leadership from Columbia University Teachers College (2003-2010)1
- MBA from Harvard Business School (1997-1999)1
- Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Language and Literature from Harvard University (1986-1990)1
He also studied Japanese at Waseda University during a junior year abroad program (1988-1989).1
Solomon founded the Business of Sports School in September 2009, which focuses on teaching students about the business side of sports.2 The school, located in Hell's Kitchen, has grown to 440 students and receives over a thousand applications each year.2 Under his leadership, the school emphasizes real-world business experience, entrepreneurship, and networking opportunities for students.23
In 2017, Solomon was named "Principal of the Week" by DNAinfo, recognizing his innovative approach to education and dedication to preparing students for careers in sports business.12
