Hockey East Hires Search Firm In Commissioner Search

CHN Staff Report

Hockey East has hired Parker Executive Search to help find the league's new commissioner. Parker's sports division has worked with the NCAA and several NCAA-member clients, including Notre Dame, Northwestern and Oregon. The firm has also worked with professional franchises, including the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League.

Parker Executive Search was also the firm retained by Rensselaer when it hired Dave Smith as head coach in 2017.

"We understand the sensitivity and urgency of finding a coach or sports executive," the company writes on its website. "That’s why we complete most coach searches in 10 to 14 days and can complete executive searches in four to five weeks. We have a proprietary database with statistics on all of the industry’s professionals. This helps us find talent that is right for our clients."

According to sources, Parker has begun reaching out to potential candidates. There is a hope within the league office that a hire is in place and can be announced around the time of the Hockey East Championship in March.

Some of the details Parker lists in its job description include:

"Negotiate and manage regional and national linear and digital media agreements for regular-season packages as well as conference championship and other special events to boost revenue and exposure."

"Business-minded approach to managing the league budget. Maximize revenues in regards to Hockey East playoffs, sponsorship, and media opportunities."

Parker says that all applications are needed by Jan. 16. Daniel Parker, the firm's Vice President and managing director, is heading the search along with Hayden Garrett and DeLaina Sarden.