Updated: PAC-12 hires new commissioner in George Kiavkoff
A surprise hire
The Pac-12 has hired George Kliavkoff as its new commissioner according to Ralph D. Russo of the AP.
Ralph D. Russo@ralphDrussoAP
AP source: Pac-12 hires sports entertainment executive George Kliavkoff of MGM Resorts as its new commissioner.
5:03 PM · May 13, 2021
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This story is developing and will be updated with more information.
Update #1: Pac-12 officially announces the hiring which will go into effect on July 1st.
Pac-12 Conference@pac12
George Kliavkoff to serve as new Pac-12 Commissioner.
A sports & media executive, he brings unparalleled expertise in managing change & driving results from roles at MGM Resorts, Hearst, NBCUniversal & MLB Advanced Media.
Full Info ➡️ Pac12.me/Kliavkoff
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5:30 PM · May 13, 2021
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Kliavkoff? Didn't George Smiley have an issue with this guy?
He's going to be very frustrated when he finds out how little control he has over the member institutions.