Prominent American football executive, Mike Tannenbaum has worked with some of the sports industry’s biggest and best teams. From analysis to managerial roles, Mike has shown his ability to thrive in every position the sector presents, and he has recently joined ESPN as a front office insider. Recognised for his career longevity and influence, Mike is often booked as a speaker, able to share not only insights into professional sports but his first-hand experience of leadership and management strategies. With a confident yet relaxed presentation style, Mike engages the entire room by infusing his talks with comedy and anecdotes from his extensive career.
Known for his longstanding affiliation with the New York Jets, Mike joined as the Director of Player Contract Negotiations in 1997. Showing undeniable knowledge and passion for the American football league, Mike soon transitioned into other senior roles including his most high profile as the General Manager of the New York Jets. Thriving in the role for six years from 2006, Mike made an impressive impact on the sport’s industry and was named as the Executive Vice President of Football Operations in 2015 for the Miami Dolphins.
Most recently, Mike has pursued his work as an NFL Front Office Insider for ESPN. Regularly featuring in the mainstream media for the sports broadcaster, Mike is a revered figure for his competitive insights on shows like NFL Live, First take and Get Up. Additionally, Mike can be heard offering his educated analysis on EPN Radio, backed by over two decades at the forefront of sports business. Combining his extensive career knowledge into an original venture, Mike founded The 33rd Team in 2019, a think tank of NFL coaches, managers, executives and scouts, who all work towards improving the game through a community approach.
An instantly recognisable figure in sports administration, Mike elevates an occasion as a famous speaker. Discussing a range of topics from his career to top-level leadership and supporting grassroots sports, Mike is a varied and engaging speaker for corporate clients and industry events.
How to hire Mike Tannenbaum
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