Alex Ovechkin Signs With Sports Marketing Powerhouse
Monday, November 2, 2009
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By: Michelle Scalise
CSNwashington.com
On the day Washington was holding its breath on an update on Superstar Alex Ovechkin's injury, he announces he is joining IMG Worldwide, one of the premier sports marketing firms.
According to the press release, Ovechkin said, "I am very happy to become part of the IMG family. It is an honor to join the list of some of the world's iconic athletes that IMG represents. I'm excited to have them handling the off-ice business aspects of my career."
Ovechkin joins the family that represents some of the most famous sports figures including Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning and Maria Sharapova. IMG Worldwide operates in over 30 countries and includes client representation, brand and produce licensing, event ownership, marketing, media licensing and training.
David Abrutyn, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Global Consulting will manage the team that will support Ovechkin. Abrutyn told the media, "We are very pleased to welcome Alex to the global team at IMG. He is clearly one of the world's greatest athletes and one of the NHL's brightest stars. His electrifying play and charismatic personality will make him one of the most sought after athletes for companies and brands to grow their business. We are looking forward to working with Alex and his family, the Capitals and the NHL to build the Ovechkin brand and the game of hockey around the world."
Tags: capitals, hockey, alex ovechkin, IMG
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Ovie The Great
Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning.... Alexander Ovechkin? Wow that's a huge deal for Ovie and the Caps in general. Maybe now they will start getting the airtime they rightfully deserve.
Posted by Tim McDonald at 3:42 pm Nov 02, 2009 |
go caps
i hope ovechkin's injury isn't too bad, first antawn, then cooley, then caron, now ovie?
Posted by Morgan at 1:48 pm Nov 02, 2009 |
Great 8
Ovechkin being represented by the same people who manage Tiger Woods means he's going to be making ridiculous money. Good for Ovie.
Posted by Jesus Fernandez at 1:44 pm Nov 02, 2009 |