Tim Leiweke Lands President and CEO role at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment

Tim Leiweke has been appointed as president and CEO of  Maple Leafe Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), the company who owns Toronto FC.

The former CEO and president of AEG, who own the LA Galaxy, left his previous position earlier this year and will take on his new role from 30 June.

MLSE chairman Larry Tanenbaum said: “Tim Leiweke is one of the top sports executives in the world, renowned for his ability to build championship teams, premier entertainment events, and innovative brand and marketing opportunities.

“Tim’s the right CEO at the right time to lead the transformation of MLSE.”

Leiweke is credited for playing a major role in securing the services of David Beckham and Robbie Keane for the Galaxy, which in turn has helped raise the profile of Major League Soccer (MLS) across the world.

MLS Commissions Don Garber added: “I am thrilled to have Tim back in Major League Soccer with MLSE.

“He is without doubt one of the best executives in the sports industry and I look forward to working again with him closely at the league level and with Toronto FC.”

“I’m honored and excited to be chosen to lead MLSE, a world-class sports and entertainment organisation with the major league teams, premier facilities and employee team that rank with the very best across North America and internationally,” said Leiweke in a statement.

“The loyal and passionate fans of MLSE’s teams want sports championships for this great city. They want excitement on the ice, on the court, on the pitch and on the stage. And they want MLSE to be an active part of their community.

“I am committed to delivering for them.”