Jake Reynolds, a former high school athlete from Utah, achieved his goal in 2002 of being named Deseret News All-State as a senior guard at Waterford High. Now, as the president of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils and the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Reynolds aims to bring a fourth Stanley Cup to New Jersey.
Reynolds, who was recognized in 2019 as one of Sports Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40”, emphasizes the importance of having committed ownership, aligned visions, and being 100-point ready to build a successful sports team. He credits his career path to starting with an internship at the Indiana Pacers and working for various other sports organizations before landing his current role.
Reynolds’s focus is on creating a positive work environment, a world-class fan experience, driving community change, and ultimately bringing a Stanley Cup to New Jersey. He highlights the impact of sports in bringing people together and the importance of giving back to the community.
As a father of three raising his children close to the sports industry, Reynolds values the lessons they can learn from being part of something bigger than themselves. He praises the Utah market for its strong sense of community and embraces the opportunity for the NHL to thrive in the state.
Reynolds reflects on past successes with the Devils, such as record-breaking revenue categories and playoff wins, as evidence that the team is prepared for success both on and off the ice. He offers advice to aspiring sports professionals, emphasizing the importance of passion, hard work, and working for supportive leaders in order to achieve success in the industry.
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