New Penguins owners make first big executive hire
The Penguins have made their first significant executive hire since the Hoffman Family’s acquisition of the team was approved in June. The franchise announced Monday that Marcel Braithwaite has been named the Penguins’ new president of business operations. Braithwaite most recently served as SVP of business operations for the Houston Astros. The Astros credit him […]
Pittsburgh Penguins, owned by the Hoffman Family, have appointed Marcel Braithwaite as their new president of business operations. Braithwaite, previously the SVP of business operations at the Houston Astros, led various renovations at their ballpark and developed a spring training complex in Florida over his 14-year tenure. The arena, PPG Paints Arena, underwent major renovations before the 2023-24 season.
Braithwaite expressed his desire for PPG Paints to become a "year-round crown jewel" for Pittsburgh, citing the potential for tax base increase, downtown resurgence, and attracting more fans to games and other events. The transfer of the arena's lease to the Hoffman Family was approved in March. Braithwaite emphasized the team's intention to be present but not micromanage the Penguins, aiming to benefit the city in terms of tax base and downtown development. Edie Maisonet reported on the development.
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