Sports Business Executive & Revenue Strategy Expert; President of Business Operations at Chicago Fire FC; Former Senior Leader at Miami Dolphins & Washington Commanders; Sports Business Journal "40 Under 40" Honoree

Chicago, IL, USA
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Dave Baldwin Biography

Dave Baldwin is a sports business executive who serves as president of business operations for Chicago Fire FC in Major League Soccer. In this role, Baldwin oversees all business operations, revenue strategy, and organizational growth for the club, while also leading the development and commercialization of the Fire's privately financed stadium, McDonald's Park, located at the 78 in Chicago's South Loop. Baldwin joined the Fire with nearly 15 years of experience in the sports industry, focusing on revenue generation, ticketing strategy, and organizational leadership.

Throughout his career, Baldwin has led ticketing transformations at the Miami Dolphins, Ilitch Sports and Entertainment, and the Washington Commanders, resulting in record-breaking sales campaigns. While with the Miami Dolphins, he contributed to the ticketing strategy for the renovation of Hard Rock Stadium and played a role in nearly doubling revenue during his tenure. Baldwin also assisted with selling out Hard Rock Stadium for El Clasico Miami between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, which became the highest-grossing soccer match in U.S. history. He later held senior leadership roles with the Washington Commanders and Ilitch Sports and Entertainment, overseeing revenue generation for the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers. Under Baldwin's leadership, the Commanders ranked second in the NFL in new club seats sold and third in new annual suites sold.

At Chicago Fire FC, Baldwin has led a commercial turnaround, increasing club revenues through expanded corporate partnerships, ticket sales, and youth soccer initiatives. The club was named the Marisa Colaiano Community Relations Club of the Year for its work in the greater Chicago community. Baldwin's approach to fan engagement, including direct accessibility to supporters, has contributed to the club's growth.

Baldwin holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Miami Herbert Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Sports Management from Aquinas College. He is a member of the Chicago chapter of the Young Presidents' Organization and the Economic Club of Chicago, and has been named to both Crain's Chicago Business "40 Under 40" and Sports Business Journal's "40 Under 40." Baldwin's career spans the NFL, NHL, MLB, and MLS, reflecting his expertise in sports business operations, revenue strategy, and organizational leadership.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/11/2026.

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