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.

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 #BackThePac