The NFL has appointed Brian Flinn as the Senior Vice President of Global Flag Football to lead its international expansion and development. Flinn brings over 30 years of experience in sports and entertainment, aiming to enhance youth participation and elite competition in flag football.
The NFL has named Brian Flinn the Senior Vice President, Global Flag Football, a newly created senior role.
The league announced Tuesday that Flinn will lead the NFLās global flag football strategy and execution, driving international expansion, strengthening partnerships and overseeing the growth and development of the game from youth participation through the professional level. He will be based in New York.
āFlag football is experiencing extraordinary growth across the globe, from youth participation to elite international competition,ā Troy Vincent Sr., NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations, said in a statement. āThis is a pivotal moment for the game. Brianās vision, leadership and proven ability to build and scale sports properties position him to accelerate our momentum, expand our reach, and elevate flag football on the global stage.ā
Flinn has more than 30 years of leadership experience across sports, entertainment and media, with deep expertise in operations, strategic planning, revenue generation, brand building, and communications. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of the Pro Padel League, a hybrid of tennis and squash played in doubles on an enclosed court.
Flinn previously was Partner and Chief Operating Officer of Isos Capital Management, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at WWE and held senior leadership roles at the NBA and the New York Knicks.
āIt is an honor to join the NFL at such a transformative time for flag football,ā Flinn said. āThe sport has a unique ability to engage new audiences, create global pathways and inspire the next generation of athletes. I am looking forward to working with the leagueās leadership and partners around the world to continue to fuel the gameās rapid growth and build a sustainable, impactful future for flag football.ā
The NFL recently announced that it is partnering with TMRW Sports to develop and operate a professional flag football league for women and men. Flag football will also make its Olympic debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Brian Flinn has been appointed as the Senior Vice President of Global Flag Football, responsible for leading the NFL's global flag football strategy and execution.
Flinn will drive international expansion, strengthen partnerships, and oversee the development of flag football from youth levels to professional competition.
Flinn has over 30 years of experience in sports and entertainment, including leadership roles at WWE, the NBA, and the New York Knicks, as well as serving as COO of the Pro Padel League.
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