The Buffalo Bills have made major announcements regarding changes to the business side of their organization. This shift reflects a renewed commitment to excellence both on and off the field. Here is an in-depth look at the organizational changes, including key appointments and restructured responsibilities.
Terry Pegula Assumes Role as President
The Bills and Ron Raccuia have parted ways. As a consequence, owner and CEO Terry Pegula will now take over the role of president. This change marks a new era in the leadership of the Bills and demonstrates Pegula’s dedication to directly overseeing the organization’s growth and success.
Formation of a New Management Committee
Pegula’s new role as president comes with the formation of a new management committee. This group will consist of:
John Roth: Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Roth, who was recently named COO of the Buffalo Sabres and PSE, will continue in all three roles. He brings 24 years of experience from Fidelity Investments and educational qualifications from Sloan School of Management at MIT and Colby College. Roth’s responsibilities will include overseeing the team’s ticketing, business development, and media and content departments.
Kathryn D’Angelo: General Counsel and Senior Vice President of Business Administration
Kathryn D’Angelo, previously named the Bills’ general counsel, will now also oversee security, human resources, and marketing departments. With a BA in political science from Northeastern University and a law degree from the University at Buffalo Law School, her legal expertise will be invaluable to the organization.
Josh Dziurlikowski: Senior Vice President of Finance and Business Administration
Josh Dziurlikowski’s promotion comes after his successful tenure as vice president of finance. With educational qualifications from the University of Michigan, he will now oversee community relations, operations and guest experience, and information technology departments.
New Additions to the Team
Penny Semaia: Vice President of Stadium Relations
Semaia’s hiring after serving as Senior Associate Athletic Director at the University of Pittsburgh adds valuable experience to the Bills’ team. He will work closely with others in the organization during the construction phase of the Bills’ new stadium.
A Future-Oriented Strategy
These organizational changes reflect a careful evaluation and restructuring of the business side of the Bills’ operation. As Pegula said, “We wanted to revamp and improve our structure.” Confidence is high in the new management committee, and this revamped structure aims at ensuring continued success in the coming years.
Concluding Thoughts
The Buffalo Bills’ announcement of these significant changes on the business side underscores their commitment to excellence and innovation. With new roles, appointments, and a restructured organizational setup, the Bills are primed to move forward with a robust and responsive management structure. The alignment of experienced professionals in strategic positions signals a bright future for the organization. As fans and stakeholders look ahead, there’s an invigorating sense of anticipation for what the new era of Bills’ leadership will bring to the table. Whether on the field or in the boardroom, the Bills are gearing up for success.
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