Lamont Buford

Lamont Buford serves as the VP of Entertainment Experience & Production for the Seattle Kraken since July 2020, contributing to the NHL's 32nd franchise. Previous roles include Senior Director of Game Presentation and Director of Game Presentation for the Arizona Coyotes from August 2015 to July 2020, and Director of Game Entertainment & Amateur Hockey for the St. Louis Blues from September 2008 to August 2015, where management of game day presentations and fan engagement were key responsibilities. Buford also held the position of Event Marketing Manager with the Blues from 2008 to 2012, establishing a youth hockey division and enhancing revenue through marketing strategies. Early experience includes Video Production Supervisor at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, where Buford developed business acquisition plans and in-arena entertainment features, and Video Coordinator at Hampton University, focusing on sports video production. Education includes a Sports Marketing and Media Degree from Full Sail University and earlier studies at Concord University.