About
Craig Leon serves as the MBA Program Manager at the Warsaw Sports Business Center and holds the title of Senior Instructor I of Sports Business at the University of Oregon's Lundquist College of Business. He is also a Woodard Family Foundation Fellow. Leon graduated from Ohio University in 2009 with a dual master’s degree in Athletic Administration and Coaching Education. Prior to joining the Warsaw Center, he worked in compliance at Ohio University’s Athletic Department and at the University of Oregon School of Law. His career intersects academia, sports administration, and athletic achievement.
Education:
- Master of Science in Athletic Administration, Ohio University, 2009
- Master of Science in Coaching Education, Ohio University, 2009
Leon’s research and professional interests focus on sports business strategy, compliance, Olympic studies, and the intersection of sports and marketing. He has contributed to initiatives such as the Oregon Accelerator to support student-athletes in name, image, and likeness opportunities, and played a key role in Olympic Studies Week at the university.
Awards:
- Recipient of the 2017 Lundquist College Faculty and Staff Awards for contributions to the Warsaw Sports Business Center and academic programs.
Advising & Programs:
Leon oversees the MBA program management and has led experiential learning initiatives like the Run Gum undergraduate case competition. He collaborates with industry partners to enhance student engagement in sports business.
Labs/Teams:
He is affiliated with the Warsaw Sports Business Center and the Olympic Studies Hub, fostering research and educational opportunities in sports business and performance.
