The Baltimore Orioles' successful West Coast tour isn't the only thing people are talking about right now within the organization. The Orioles announced Monday that they have hired Katie Griggs as their first woman to serve as president of business operations. What is a president of business operations? The president in this role is responsible for implementing new software, managing databases and running financial management procedures. Griggs is highly regarded in these areas, as evidenced by her past in the same position with the Seattle Mariners. The Orioles said in a news release that Griggs was named president of business operations for the Seattle Mariners in July 2021, managing all aspects of the team's business operations, including investments to improve technology, operations and the fan experience at T-Mobile Park. What can Orioles fans look forward to? T-Mobile Park became the first venue to host the MLB All-Star Game and the NHL Winter Classic in the same calendar year. These events generated more than $80 million in revenue for the city of Seattle alone. “I am truly excited to join the Orioles organization. It is an incredible honor to support this historic franchise, the city of Baltimore and our passionate fans,” Griggs said. “I look forward to contributing to the team's success on and off the field.” Griggs began her business career in Atlanta with MLS Atlanta United. Hired in 2017, Griggs was the chief business officer overseeing all aspects of Atlanta United's front office. She has also received numerous awards throughout her career, including Game Changer (2017) and 40 Under 40 (2022). According to the Associated Press, one of the reasons Griggs relocated was to live closer to her family on the East Coast. Griggs will begin her role with the Orioles on August 19th.
The Baltimore Orioles' successful West Coast tour isn't the only thing the team is talking about right now.
The Orioles announced Monday they have hired Katie Griggs as president of business operations, their first woman.
What is a President of Business Operations?
The president of this role will be responsible for implementing new software, managing databases, and implementing financial control procedures.
Griggs is highly rated in these categories, as evidenced by his previous stint at the same position with the Seattle Mariners.
Griggs was named president of business operations for the Seattle Mariners in July 2021 and has managed all aspects of the team's business operations, including investments in technology, operations and fan experience enhancements at T-Mobile Park, the Orioles said in a news release.
What can Orioles fans expect?
T-Mobile Park was the first venue to host the MLB All-Star Game and the NHL Winter Classic in the same calendar year, and these events generated more than $80 million in revenue for the City of Seattle alone.
“I am thrilled to join the Orioles organization. It is an incredible honor to support this historic franchise, the city of Baltimore and its passionate fans,” Griggs said. “I look forward to contributing to the team's success on and off the field.”
Griggs got his start in Atlanta with MLS club Atlanta United. Hired in 2017, Griggs served as Chief Business Officer, overseeing all aspects of the Atlanta United front office.
She has also received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Game Changer Award (2017) and the 40 Under 40 Award (2022). According to the Associated Press, one of the reasons Griggs moved was to be closer to family on the East Coast.
Griggs will begin her role with the Orioles on Aug. 19. She is currently the only woman holding the “president” role in MLB.
