USA Water Polo has appointed Jamie Davis as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2024. The organization’s Board of Directors unanimously approved his appointment during a recent meeting. Davis succeeds Christopher Ramsey, who is retiring after serving as CEO since 2006 .
Davis brings a wealth of experience in sports leadership, having served as CEO of USA Volleyball since 2017. During his tenure, he increased membership from 339,000 to 435,000 and grew the organization’s assets from $3.2 million to $35 million. He also established key partnerships and developed new revenue streams, including digital academies and e-commerce initiatives .
Prior to his role at USA Volleyball, Davis held executive positions at Fanatics, the Versus Network, and spent over a decade in Asia with The News Corporation and ESPN. His diverse background in Olympic sports, merchandising, media, and financial services is expected to be instrumental in guiding USA Water Polo into its next chapter .
Upon his appointment, Davis expressed his enthusiasm: “I am honored to join USA Water Polo and look forward to working with the talented athletes, coaches, staff, and the wider water polo community. Together, we will continue to promote the growth and excellence of this sport.”
Bill Smith, Chair of the USA Water Polo Board of Directors, stated, “Jamie’s vision and leadership will be instrumental in guiding the organization into its next chapter. We are confident that his contribution will drive USA Water Polo to new heights.”
Sarah Hirshland, CEO of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, added, “Jamie’s experience in the Olympic Movement, and in sports globally, has made him well-positioned to lead from day one, and we wish him the best as he takes on this new position.”
Davis’s appointment comes as USA Water Polo prepares for the upcoming LA28 Olympic Games, aiming to build upon its foundation of competitive excellence and athlete support.