Rick Welts — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame (2018).
Serves as Chief Executive Officer for the Dallas Mavericks.
Served as President of the Golden State Warriors (2011-2021), during which the team won three championships.
Was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Phoenix Suns (2002-2011).
Held executive roles at the NBA league offices (1982-1999), including Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
Credited with creating the NBA All-Star Weekend concept (1984) and the marketing campaign for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics 'Dream Team'.
Member of the advisory board for You Can Play.

Biography

Rick Welts is an American sports executive currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018, recognizing his significant contributions to the sport. Prior to his current role, Welts was the president of the Golden State Warriors from 2011 until 2021, remaining as an advisor until 2024.