Erica Kontos
About Erica Kontos
Erica Kontos is the Manager of International Business Development at the NBA, with a background in finance and a degree in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University.
Current Role at the National Basketball Association (NBA)
Erica Kontos has been serving as the Manager of International Business Development at the National Basketball Association (NBA) since 2020. In this role, she operates out of the Greater New York City Area, focusing on expanding the NBA's international presence and market penetration. Her role involves strategizing business development efforts and facilitating partnerships that aim to grow the NBA's global footprint.
Career at Deutsche Bank
Before joining the NBA, Erica Kontos had an extensive career at Deutsche Bank. She worked as an Analyst from 2018 to 2020, where she was involved in various financial analysis and business development activities. She also served as an Asset & Wealth Management Summer Analyst during the summers of 2016 and 2017, gaining experience in asset management and financial strategy.
Finance Intern at St. Joseph's Healthcare System
Erica Kontos began her professional journey as a Finance Intern at St. Joseph's Healthcare System in Paterson, NJ. From 2015 to 2016, she supported the organization's financial operations by assisting in various financial processes and analyses. Her work at St. Joseph's provided her with foundational experience in finance and business operations.
Education at Cornell University
Erica Kontos studied Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree. She attended Cornell from 2015 to 2018, equipping her with a robust academic background in economics and management, which has been instrumental in her professional roles.
Educational Background from Ridgewood High School
Erica Kontos completed her high school education at Ridgewood High School, graduating in 2014. Her early education set the foundation for her subsequent academic and professional achievements, laying the groundwork for her career in business and finance.