Following a rapid and extensive search process, the University of Memphis has appointed Ed Scott, 44, as its new athletic director. Scott, who previously held senior roles at Virginia and Morgan State, was selected from a pool of candidates identified by Parker Executive Search. The university paid $70,000 for the search firm's assistance and utilized a six-person committee, including prominent leaders from the sports and business world, to conduct interviews. The hiring comes just two months after the previous athletic director left for a new position and Scott will officially be introduced during a press conference on Friday.
Memphis Appoints Ed Scott as New Athletic Director
Memphis, Tenn. - The University of Memphis has hired Ed Scott as its new athletic director. Scott, 44, joins the Tigers after serving as senior associate athletic director for external affairs at Virginia and deputy director of athletics at Morgan State.
Background
Prior to his time at Virginia, Scott held several positions at Morgan State, including associate athletic director for external operations, senior associate athletic director for business operations, and deputy director of athletics. He also has experience in the private sector, having worked as a marketing manager for IMG College and a brand manager for Adidas.
Search Process
The university conducted a rapid and extensive search process, with Parker Executive Search assisting in the identification of candidates. A six-person committee, including prominent leaders from the sports and business world, conducted interviews.
Hiring
Scott was selected from a pool of candidates after a thorough interview process. The hiring comes just two months after the previous athletic director, Laird Veatch, left for a new position at the University of Tennessee.
FAQs
1. Who is Ed Scott?
Ed Scott is a 44-year-old sports executive with experience in both the private and public sectors. He has held senior roles at Virginia, Morgan State, IMG College, and Adidas.
2. What are Scott's responsibilities as athletic director?
As athletic director, Scott will be responsible for the overall management of the university's athletic department. This includes overseeing all sports programs, fundraising, facilities, and personnel.
3. Why did the university hire Scott?
The university hired Scott because of his experience in various areas of athletic administration, his proven leadership skills, and his commitment to student-athlete success.
4. What are Scott's goals for the athletic department?
Scott's goals include improving the university's athletic facilities, increasing fundraising, and enhancing the student-athlete experience. He also wants to bring success to the Tigers' athletic programs on and off the field.
5. When will Scott be officially introduced?
Scott will be officially introduced during a press conference on Friday, August 19.
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