Tim Brosnan Named Sixth Big East Commissioner, Will Succeed Val Ackerman in September
The conference chose Brosnan for his media and revenue experience as it seeks a more business-forward approach to college athletics.
- On Monday, August 10, 2026, the Big East Conference named former Major League Baseball executive Tim Brosnan its sixth commissioner. Brosnan will officially begin his tenure on September 1, 2026.
- Brosnan brings significant experience from a 24-year career at Major League Baseball, where he helped grow industry revenue to nearly $8.5 billion. He recently led Hoyas Rising, a private company spearheading Georgetown's Name, Image and Likeness efforts.
- During his tenure at Major League Baseball, Brosnan spearheaded negotiations for media rights that generated over $20 billion. He also played an instrumental role in launching MLB Network and the World Baseball Classic.
- Brosnan succeeds outgoing commissioner Val Ackerman, who retired in April after 13 years. St. John's University President Rev. Brian J. Shanley led the search, prioritizing a candidate with extensive revenue-generation experience.
- The conference faces pressure to remain competitive against football-heavy leagues like the SEC and Big Ten. With the media deal expiring after the 2030-31 academic year, Brosnan aims to maximize revenue and strengthen the Big East's position.
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Big East hires former top MLB executive as new commissioner
The Big East Conference hired former Major League Baseball executive and former Georgetown student athlete Tim Brosnan as its next commissioner on Monday. Brosnan will oversee the 11-team league and succeeds outgoing commissioner Val Ackerman, who announced her retirement on April 20 after 13 years in charge. Aug. 31 is Akerman’s last day on the...
Former MLB Executive Tim Brosnan to Lead Big East
Tim Brosnan (CAS ’80), a former Major League Baseball executive and Georgetown University graduate, will be the Big East Conference’s sixth commissioner, officials announced Aug. 10. Brosnan will succeed Val Ackerman in August, when the legendary commissioner will retire. Ackerman’s 13-year reign oversaw four national championships in men’s basketball for Big East schools. Brosnan’s tenure will… Source
BIG EAST Names Tim Brosnan as Commissioner
NEW YORK - Tim Brosnan - a highly successful executive with decades of experience in sports, business, and media - has been named the sixth Commissioner of the BIG EAST Conference. The former Georgetown student-athlete succeeds Val Ackerman, who announced her retirement this past April, and will begin his tenure on Sept. 1, 2026.
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