Robert Gelman starts his fifth season with the Miami Marlins and his first as Vice President, Head of Partnership Development and Strategy after earning the promotion in December 2023. Prior to joining the organization in January 2020, he spent six years with the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers as part of the leadership team overseeing corporate partnerships.
In his current role, Mr. Gelman leads a team of partnership sellers and client service professionals, who are dedicated to executing and elevating partnerships while growing the organization’s revenue profile. He sets go-to-market strategies while working with his team to develop new partnerships and revenue pathways by unlocking client priorities aligned to the organization’s capabilities.
Born in Summit, N.J., Mr. Gelman graduated from Tulane University with a degree in finance. In his free time, he enjoys playing the guitar, golfing, and cooking.