Joshua Glessing

Joshua Glessing is the President of Business Operations for the Columbus Crew and Chief of Strategy and Corporate Development for Haslam Sports Group (HSG).12 He joined HSG in 2019, focusing on strategic business and growth initiatives for the company's portfolio, which includes the Cleveland Browns, Columbus Crew, Milwaukee Bucks, HSG Ventures, and HSG Real Estate.34

Career Highlights

• Leads mergers and acquisitions for HSG, including the acquisition of a shared controlling interest in the Milwaukee Bucks4
• Oversees HSG Ventures, an investment vehicle for sports, entertainment, media, and technology1
• Named to Sports Business Journal's 2024 Forty Under 40 list3
• Previously worked as Vice President in the Global Sports Finance and Advisory Group at Goldman Sachs (2013-2019)1

Roles and Responsibilities

• Directs the Crew's business efforts, including revenue generation, fan experience, marketing, events, and stadium operations1
• Leads the Club's business endeavors for hosting the 2024 MLS All-Star Game and other major events1
• Oversees the development of Astor Park, a mixed-use real estate project near Lower.com Field in Columbus4

Education and Personal

• Earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs from Indiana University Bloomington5
• Originally from Wisconsin, now resides in Columbus with his wife Sarah and children Greta and Charlie1

Joshua Glessing's leadership has contributed to record-breaking revenue for the Columbus Crew in 2023, with expectations to exceed those totals in 2024 following the team's third MLS Cup victory.1