Joel Maxcy

Joel Maxcy is a Professor and Department Head of Sport Business and General Business at LeBow College of Business, Drexel University. He joined Drexel in 2014 and has held prior academic appointments at Temple University, Ithaca College, and the University of Georgia. His expertise lies in sports economics, industrial organization, labor relations, and sports finance.

His research interests focus on the economic structures of professional sports, including antitrust, regulation, collective bargaining, and stadium financing. He has published in leading journals such as the Journal of Sport Economics, Review of Industrial Organization, and Journal of Sport Management. His recent work explores viewer demand for boxing, athletic budgeting in universities, and economic regulation in sports leagues.

The trend in his recent publications (2019–2023) shows a continued emphasis on demand-side economics, regulatory impacts, and behavioral aspects of sports participation and consumption. His research often combines empirical analysis with policy implications, contributing to both academic discourse and public understanding of sports economics.

Scientific Awards and Leadership:

• President, International Association of Sports Economists (IASE), 2015
• North American Region Vice President, IASE, 2010–2014

Professor Maxcy has served on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Sport Finance and the Journal of Global Sport Management since 2017. He frequently contributes to media discussions on sports policy and economics, including op-eds in The Philadelphia Inquirer and appearances on CBS3-KYW. He has co-authored with researchers across institutions, indicating collaborative research and mentorship, though formal advisees are not listed.

His research is supported by ongoing scholarly engagement, editorial service, and public outreach. He is active in international academic forums and continues to publish on pressing issues in sports economics.