Jose Bautista

Jose Bautista is a seasoned entrepreneur and former professional baseball player with a diverse background in sports and business. Currently serving as the Owner and Chairman of Las Vegas Lights Football Club since January 2024 and Owner/Investor at Diesel Fitness since July 2023, Bautista has significant experience in leadership roles. Previously, Bautista was a Board Member, Investor, and Brand Ambassador for Marucci Sports from April 2011 to April 2020, and played in Major League Baseball for the Toronto Blue Jays from August 2008 to September 2017 and the Pittsburgh Pirates from August 2004 to July 2008. Bautista holds a Bachelor of General Studies with a minor in Business Entrepreneurship from the University of South Florida and an Associate of Arts in Business Administration from Chipola Junior College.