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Christopher Allen Ramsey
Christopher Ramsey (born February 23, 1956) is an American executive, author, editor, and producer. He is currently the CEO of USA Water Polo. Ramsey also serves on the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee's Council of National Governing Bodies, as well as the Board of Directors and Executive Council of United States Aquatic Sports. [1]
Early Life and Education
Born in Pasadena and raised in Temple City, California, Ramsey holds an A.B. degree in Music and English, graduating cum laude from the University of Redlands and earning a one-year exchange fellowship at Cambridge University. He later obtained a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Cornell University. In addition, he completed an Olympic Sport Leadership Certificate offered by the US Olympic Committee and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. [2]
Career
From 1995 to 2006, Ramsey served as a Senior Executive at The New York City Ballet. From 1984 to 2006, he served as the Director of Public Affairs at MacNeil/Lehrer Productions. Ramsey became the first CEO of USA Water Polo in 2006. Since then, he has led the federation to improved competitive standing, including three Olympic gold medals and two Olympic silver medals during his tenure, as well as seven World Championships and numerous other titles. He has also overseen the creation of innovative new programs such as Splashball and "ODP," which now provides elite training for more than 6,000 athletes. [3]
Philanthropy
Ramsey serves on the board of the Irvine Barclay Theater. At New York City Ballet, he managed a capital campaign that raised millions for a variety of causes, including the creation of a formal archive and an endowment. Ramsey and his wife are Gateway Society members of UCI Libraries, since 2017, reflecting their belief in the institution's profound impact on the community. At USA Water Polo, the organization's annual revenue increased to more than $16 million in 2022. Ramsey undertook a substantial effort to establish a new national training and competition center for USA Water Polo National Teams and member programs. [4]
Personal life
Ramsey currently resides in Irvine, CA, with his wife, Lynne. He has three sons.
References
- ^ "USA Water Polo Names Ramsey as First CEO". Swimming World Magazine.
- ^ "USA Water Polo". CB Insights.
- ^ "Water Polo's Popularity Continues to Gain Traction". Sports Planning Guide.
- ^ "Home for USA Water Polo to Make a Splash at Orange County Great Park". Sports Events Media Group.
- ^ "USA Water Polo". Cause IQ.