Director - Premium Retention and Sales
Jeff Close is in his 14th season in Major League Baseball. He currently oversees the sales and retention efforts in the Royals premium spaces: the Crown Club, the Diamond Club and Luxury Suites. Jeff began his career with the Royals as an Account Manager in 2008 before relocating to Texas in 2012 to take a role within the Houston Astros premium sales department. After nine seasons in a variety of roles at the Astros, he and his family returned home to Kansas City in 2020. After two years working outside of the sports industry, he rejoined the Royals in 2023.
Jeff graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree in English. He and his wife, Amy reside in Lenexa along with their two children.