PRESS RELEASE: NEW YORK METS NAME LEWIS SHERR AS PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., May 30, 2025 – The New York Mets announced today that Lewis Sherr has been appointed President of Business Operations.

 

In this role, Sherr will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the New York Mets, overseeing the Senior Leadership Team for all Front Office functions except Baseball Operations. Reporting to Mets Owner, Chairman and CEO Steve Cohen, Sherr will be instrumental in shaping the future of the franchise, driving financial success, and continuing to build on the Mets reputation as a beloved institution in New York. Sherr will join the organization in July.

 

"Lew shares my vision for creating an exceptional fan experience at Citi Field and making the Mets an even greater part of New York's cultural fabric," said Cohen. "I am confident that Lew's extensive experience and track record of success in driving growth and innovation at organizations across sports, entertainment and media will make him a great addition to our leadership team."

 

Sherr spent 15 years at the United States Tennis Association (USTA), serving most recently as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, and previously as Chief Revenue Officer, where he had a transformational impact on the sport and helped steer the USTA through an era of unprecedented growth and success. Under his leadership, the US Open Tennis Championship tournament's revenue more than doubled, generating over $500 million annually, and drew repeated record-breaking attendance, with over 1 million fans attending in 2024. Sherr was also instrumental in securing a significant media rights agreement with ESPN valued at $2 billion and spearheaded plans for an ambitious $800 million renovation of Arthur Ashe Stadium, further bolstering the event's long-term viability.

 

"I am thrilled to join the New York Mets during this exciting period of revitalization and growth," said Lew. "Steve and Alex's leadership and steadfast commitment to building something extraordinary and enduring—both on the field and in the community—are truly inspiring. I look forward to supporting the team's efforts to enhance the fan experience, deepen community connections and build a thriving business that reflects the passion of Mets fans and the spirit of New York.  I can't wait to get started."

 

Prior to his time at USTA, Sherr served as Senior Vice President of Marketing Partnerships for Madison Square Garden where he directed all sponsorship activities, first for the Sports and subsequently for the Entertainment divisions. He also held senior positions at Time Warner and Clear Channel. He began his professional career at Wilson Sporting Goods and led the company's golf business in Japan.

 

Sherr is a graduate of Duke University where he received a BA in public policy and an MBA from Duke's Fuqua School of Business. He serves on the boards of Grand Slam Tennis, RISE, LuLu's Place and the Foundation for Advancing Pediatric Orthopedics. He is also actively involved with the March of Dimes Sports Division and the UJA Sports for Youth committee.