Mark Green Share This! Facebook X LinkedIn Email Louisville Sports Commission announces new board members June 17, 2026 … Views LOUISVILLE — At its annual meeting, the Louisville Sports Commission (LSC) Board of Directors unanimously approved a slate of officers, committee chairs and new and re-elected board members for fiscal year 2027, which begins July 1, 2026. Dr. Steve Hester, senior vice president, chief clinical and strategy officer of Norton Healthcare, was elected chairman of the board. Other officers include Eric Granger, general manager of KFC Yum! Center – Legends Global, vice chair; Chris McIntosh, partner at Barlow Wealth Partners, treasurer; Sheila Hiestand, partner at McCoy & Hiestand PLC, secretary; and William E. Summers V, senior vice president and chief community development officer of Republic Bank & Trust Co., immediate past chair. “The Louisville Sports Commission benefits tremendously from the leadership and expertise of our Board of Directors,” said LSC President & CEO Greg Fante. “I’m grateful to the individuals who have chosen to serve and help guide our organization. Their commitment to our mission and our community will be instrumental as we continue to build on Louisville’s reputation as one of the nation’s premier sports destinations.” New members elected to the LSC board for three-year terms are: Landon Blackwell, Brown-Forman Corp. Gary Cobbs, YMCA of Greater Louisville Ryan Green, Trilogy Health Services Steve Macy, Louisville Kings Allie Vincent, Swags Sports Shoes “We’re excited to welcome these accomplished leaders to the board,” said Fante. “They bring diverse perspectives and valuable experience that will strengthen our organization as we work to attract, create and host events that generate economic impact, promote active lifestyles and create lasting benefits for our community.” Board members re-elected to second three-year terms are: Brian Clinard, Spalding University Kelley Dearing-Smith, Louisville Water Co. Jerry Eaves, Simmons College of Kentucky Jean Scott, PNC Jay Warren, PPL Corp. Scott Wiegandt, Bellarmine University The following individuals were elected to serve on the LSC Executive Committee for fiscal year 2027: Mariana Barzun, Louisville Metro David S. Beck, Kentucky Venues Doug Bennett, Louisville Tourism Amy Calabrese, University of Louisville Andrew Clark, Hillerich & Bradsby Greg Galiette, Louisville Bats Baseball Club Eric Granger, KFC Yum! Center – Legends Global Brett Hayes, University of Louisville Health Steve Hester, Norton Healthcare Sheila Hiestand, McCoy & Hiestand PLC David James, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office April LaFramboise, Team Travel Source Chris McIntosh, Barlow Wealth Partners Scott Shoenberger, 7 Bridges Capital Partners William Summers V, Republic Bank & Trust Co. The following individuals will serve as standing committee chairs for fiscal year 2027: Executive Committee: Steve Hester, Norton Healthcare Finance Committee: Chris McIntosh, Barlow Wealth Partners Nominating Committee: William Summers V, Republic Bank Bids and Events Committee: Greg Galiette, Louisville Bats Baseball Club Strategic Planning Committee: Andrew Clark, Hillerich & Bradsby Co. The Louisville Sports Commission (LSC) is a Louisville, Kentucky-based 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to create a legacy of economic and social vitality through sports. The LSC attracts and hosts sporting events and activities that have a positive economic impact on Louisville, enhance the area’s image as a premier sports destination, and promote active lifestyles to help improve the quality of life for community members of all ages. More information is available online at www.louisvillesports.org, www.facebook.com/louisvillesportscommission and @SportsinLou. Tags Louisville/South Indiana Sport You may also like Astemo Americas plans $112 Million Berea expansion, creating 114 Jobs
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