Jessica Berman ready to lead by example and mentor as NLL’s deputy commissioner
Jessica Berman is ready to lead by example and continue a cycle of mentorship that she has benefited from throughout her career.
Berman was named the National Lacrosse League’s deputy commissioner and executive vice-president of business affairs on Monday, becoming the highest-ranking female executive of any men’s professional sports league in North America. Berman, who has been an executive with the NHL for more than a decade, wants to serve as a role model for other aspiring sports executives.
“I think of it as a sense of responsibility,” said Berman on Wednesday. “Both with respect to how I execute and show up for this really important role as well as how I continue to make time for folks who really need support and guidance.”
Berman spent the last 13 years with the NHL, most recently as vice president for community development, culture and growth. She will oversee all of the NLL’s legal affairs and transactions, manage team services, and assist the commissioner with the league’s overall growth strategy.