Our Team - HBSE

-Starr Butler

“I am proud of the opportunity HBSE has presented for professional growth, and the encouragement I am given to mentor the next generation of leaders developing around me in our organization.”

Director of Booking and Events
Prudential Center

-Josh Harris

"It’s more important than ever for us to be leaders in the community. It’s incumbent upon us to lead by example for our teams, players, staff and neighbors, and to use our platform and public profile for good."

Founder, HBSE

-Jill Snodgood

“I consider the relationships and friendships I’ve made at HBSE to be some of the most valuable and inspiring in my professional life.”

Vice President
Corporate Partnerships
Philadelphia 76ers

-Elton Brand

“The HBSE culture inspires me to be my best self each and every day. Josh, David and our entire company have provided me an incredible opportunity to grow as a leader and pave a path for others.”

General Manager
Philadelphia 76ers

-Susan Williamson

“I am consistently inspired by the incredible talent I work with at HBSE and energized by the myriad of opportunities I’ve had to lead a diverse portfolio of projects across our organization.”

Senior Vice President
Business Operations, HBSE

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- Desron Dorset

“The leadership and mentorship I’ve received at HBSE has allowed me to grow at an unprecedented rate both personally and professionally. I’m proud of my career development and prouder that through this organization, I can impact the communities where we work and play.”

VP of Business Development
Philadelphia 76ers

Our team is comprised of passionate, high-performing executives who are committed to being industry leaders, impacting their communities and inspiring the next generation of talent.

Founders

Josh Harris

Founder
Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment

Josh is the Founder and Managing General Partner of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. In connection with the HBSE portfolio, he is the Managing Partner of the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Jersey Devils. Josh is also a General Partner of the Crystal Palace Football Club in the Premier League. Outside of HBSE, Josh is the Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management, a global leading alternative asset manager, and is the Founder of Harris Philanthropies.

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David Blitzer

Founder
Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment

David is the Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and in connection with the organization, is the Co-Managing Partner of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils. David is also the Global Head of Blackstone’s Tactical Opportunities group (Tac Opps) and a member of the firm’s Management and Operating Committees. Additionally, David is a General Partner of the Crystal Palace Football Club and Founder of the Blitzer Family Foundation.

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