Josh Harris
About Josh Harris
Josh Harris is a prominent entrepreneur and investor, serving as Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management Inc. since 1990 and Founder of multiple organizations including 26North and Harris Philanthropies. He has extensive experience in sports management, holding key positions with several sports teams and organizations.
Work at Apollo Global Management Inc.
Josh Harris has served as Co-Founder at Apollo Global Management Inc. since 1990. Over the past 34 years, he has played a significant role in the firm's growth and development within the private equity sector. Apollo Global Management is recognized for its investment strategies and management of assets across various industries.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Apollo, Josh Harris is actively involved in several organizations. He is the Founder of 26North, established in 2022, and Harris Philanthropies, founded in 2014. He also serves as Founder & Co-Chairman at Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment since 2011, General Partner at Crystal Palace Football Club since 2015, and Managing Partner at the Washington Commanders since 2023. Furthermore, he has been Managing Partner of the New Jersey Devils since 2013 and the Philadelphia 76ers since 2011.
Education and Expertise
Josh Harris holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from The Wharton School and the University of Pennsylvania. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, where he was named a Baker Loeb Scholar. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in finance and sports management.
Achievements in Sports Management
Harris has made notable contributions to sports management, particularly with the Philadelphia 76ers, which he led to be recognized as the Most Innovative Sports Team in the US and fifth in the world by Sports Innovation Lab. He has also expanded the Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment platform to include the esports franchise Dignitas and the Sixers Innovation Lab.
Philanthropic Efforts
Through Harris Philanthropies, Josh Harris is committed to improving outcomes for underserved groups. His philanthropic efforts focus on a combination of charitable giving and impact investment, aiming to create positive change in various communities.