George Pyne (business executive)
George Pyne | |
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Pyne in 2014 | |
| Born | George Francis Pyne IV September 2, 1965 Milford, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Brown University |
| Occupation | Founder of Bruin Capital |
| Spouse | Helene Pyne |
| Children | 4, including Drew |
| Father | George Pyne III |
| Website | Official biography |
George Francis Pyne IV (born September 2, 1965) is an American business executive and founder of Bruin Capital, where he is CEO. Pyne is also Non-Executive Chairman of Courtside Ventures which specializes in early stage sports, media and technology investments. Previously, Pyne was the President of IMG Sports and Entertainment and a board member. Prior to IMG, he was Chief Operating Officer and on the Board of NASCAR.
As of 2022, Bruin Capital has made 27 deals in the fields of sports and media with a total approximate equity value of $3 billion. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has described Pyne as "one of the most influential figures in global sports and entertainment the past 30 years.