Learfield Executive and Leadership Team

Cole Gahagan, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Learfield, directs the overarching strategic vision for multimedia rights management across collegiate institutions. By aligning sponsorship initiatives with athletic department goals, the President & Chief Executive Officer ensures consistent revenue generation and brand expansion. Gahagan architects high-level partnerships that bridge the gap between national brands and local university fan bases. Overseeing North American operations, the President & Chief Executive Officer maintains focus on scaling digital engagement and broadcast reach. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to refine long-term market positioning. Through rigorous analysis of collegiate sports trends, Cole Gahagan optimizes the company's service portfolio to meet evolving industry demands. Ultimately, Gahagan secures the competitive advantage of the organization by fostering innovation in sponsorship technology and athletic department support services, ensuring that the firm remains the premier partner for universities nationwide.

Peter Lori, the Chief Financial Officer at Learfield, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the entire organization. By overseeing corporate accounting, financial planning, and treasury functions, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the stability required to support extensive multimedia rights portfolios. Lori drives the financial modeling necessary for evaluating new sponsorship acquisitions and long-term institutional contracts. This role involves direct interaction with executive leadership to maintain budgetary discipline while funding growth initiatives across the United States. Peter Lori monitors market volatility to protect the company's assets and optimize cash flow efficiency. By implementing robust financial reporting systems, the Chief Financial Officer provides the transparency needed for informed decision-making at the highest levels. Through meticulous oversight of fiscal operations, Lori supports the company's mission to provide athletic departments with the resources needed for success, ultimately strengthening the firm's balance sheet and long-term economic viability.

Connie Faulkner, the Group Chief Financial Officer, Multimedia at Learfield, directs the financial operations specifically tied to the company's extensive multimedia and sponsorship rights division. By analyzing the profitability of individual collegiate partnerships, the Group Chief Financial Officer, Multimedia ensures that each contract delivers maximum value to both the university and the firm. Faulkner manages the complex revenue streams generated from broadcast, digital, and in-venue advertising assets. This leadership role requires close coordination with regional sales teams to forecast performance and mitigate financial risks associated with athletic department contracts. Connie Faulkner optimizes the allocation of resources within the multimedia sector to drive operational efficiency and margin growth. By refining the financial architecture of sponsorship deals, the Group Chief Financial Officer, Multimedia supports the company's broader goal of enhancing the commercial potential of collegiate sports. Faulkner maintains rigorous standards for financial reporting, ensuring that all multimedia revenue streams align with corporate objectives.

John Raleigh, the Chief Legal Officer at Learfield, governs the legal framework and regulatory compliance for all multimedia and sponsorship agreements. By drafting and negotiating complex contracts with collegiate institutions, conferences, and arenas, the Chief Legal Officer protects the company's intellectual property and commercial interests. Raleigh manages the legal risks associated with national brand partnerships and broadcast rights, ensuring adherence to evolving industry regulations. This role involves providing counsel to the executive team on corporate governance and strategic litigation matters. John Raleigh oversees the legal department's efforts to streamline contract management processes, thereby increasing the speed of business development across the country. By mitigating potential liabilities, the Chief Legal Officer creates a secure environment for the company to pursue aggressive growth strategies. Through proactive legal planning, Raleigh ensures that all business activities remain compliant with state and federal laws, ultimately safeguarding the firm's reputation and long-term operational integrity.