Len Perna leads search for Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman’s successor

Len Perna is overseeing the search for the next General Manager of the Detroit Red Wings, following Steve Yzerman's tenure. Perna, who is the Chairman and CEO of TurnkeyZRG, has experience with the Ilitch family, having worked with them from 1988 to 1994 across various roles. This search marks another significant project for Turnkey, which has undertaken over 1,000 executive searches, including for teams like the Vegas Golden Knights and Toronto Maple Leafs. Perna previously led the search that resulted in Chris Granger's hiring as group president for Ilitch Holdings in 2017. The Red Wings aim to find a candidate who can adapt to the changing dynamics of the sports and entertainment.

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