Dan Ventrelle
Daniel Michael Ventrelle (born 1976) is an American businessman. He is the president of the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League (NFL) since July 19, 2021. He previously was the team's executive vice president and general counsel.
Dan Ventrelle | |
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| Born | Daniel Michael Ventrelle 1976 (age 45–46) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | University of Notre Dame, University of Michigan Law School |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | President of the Las Vegas Raiders |
| Spouse(s) | Chrissa |
| Children | 3 |
Early years
Ventrelle, a native of Chicago, Illinois, attended the University of Notre Dame and the University of Michigan Law School.
Professional career
Early career
Prior to joining the Raiders full-time, Ventrelle served as outside counsel to the club at Howard Rice Nemerovski Canady Falk & Rabkin in San Francisco, California.
Oakland / Las Vegas Raiders
In 2003, Ventrelle joined the then Oakland Raiders. He rose through the ranks and became an executive vice president and general counsel. Along with owner Mark Davis and then-Raiders president Marc Badain, Ventrelle played a key role in the Raiders' relocation to Las Vegas and the building of a new stadium.[1]
On July 19, 2021, Ventrelle was named the interim president of the Las Vegas Raiders following the resignation of Marc Badain on the same day.[2]
Following the conclusion of the 2021 season, Ventrelle was promoted to the permanent role of president. As president, Ventrelle has worked to embed the Raiders organization in the Las Vegas community, championing issues such as the Raiders’ vaccine verification project and bringing the high school state championship football games to Allegiant Stadium.[3]
References
- "Sin City or Bust: How the Raiders went Vegas, baby". ESPN. May 13, 2017. Retrieved January 31, 2022.
- "Raiders president Marc Badain resigns; Dan Ventrelle named interim president". NFL.com. July 20, 2021. Retrieved January 31, 2022.
- "Dan Ventrelle – President of the Las Vegas Raiders". VisitLasVegas.com.