Dyan Gershman is a New York City-based corporate attorney who provides legal services to domestic and international business clients through Gershman Law, PLLC, which she founded in 2014. When she isn’t working, Dyan Gershman enjoys athletic endeavors such as running, hiking, and playing tennis. She is a former member of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and played competitively for a number of years.
The USTA is the national governing body for tennis, working to advance the sport’s popularity. CEO Gordon Smith, who has held the position since November 2007, is charged with carrying out the organization’s vision. However, this past January, Smith announced his pending retirement for December 31, 2019, ending the longest CEO appointment in USTA history.
Smith is credited with launching the Net Generation youth tennis initiative and overhauling the USTA’s digital platforms to allow for a more consumer-friendly experience. Gross revenue at the US Open nearly doubled during his 12 years as CEO, with the event’s attendance reaching an all-time high.
In October, the USTA announced that Michael Dowse will take over as CEO effective January 1, 2020. Dowse has served as president of Wilson Sporting Goods since 2013, during which time he was responsible for global strategy, corporate operations and manufacturing across more than 160 countries. In addition, he oversaw growth and productivity initiatives, digital transformation efforts, and the expansion of Wilson’s footprint in racquet sports, baseball, softball and golf.
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