Fanatics
Jimmy Richford is an experienced technology leader with a strong background in cloud infrastructure, network security, and engineering management. Currently serving as the Director of Infrastructure at Fanatics since November 2023, Jimmy leads the team overseeing the company’s cloud infrastructure and identity access management. Prior to this role, Jimmy was the Senior Engineering Manager for Infrastructure at Rent The Runway, where the focus was on Site Reliability Engineering and network engineering. Additionally, Jimmy has experience as an Adjunct Lecturer in Computer Science at Brooklyn College, contributing to efforts that bridge tech education with industry needs. Previous roles include Senior Manager of Cloud Engineering and IT Infrastructure at Chobani, Manager of Networking & Cloud Engineering at Media Assembly, and Manager of Network Engineering at Fairdinkum Consulting, supporting several high-profile clients. Jimmy holds a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Pace University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems Security from the University at Albany.
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Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, over 5,000 athletes and celebrities, and over 250 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including our Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.