Mark Tatum discusses role as NBA's highest-ranking Black executive
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:14 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Mark Tatum, NBA Deputy Commissioner, reflects on his journey and current position as the league's highest-ranking Black executive. With a career that began in 2014, Tatum oversees business operations generating over $14 billion in revenue. He emphasizes the growth potential of the NBA as a global entity, noting the valuation of its franchises and international leagues. Tatum shared insights on notable Black business leaders who inspire him, addressing the impact of Black businesses in the economy and the importance of representation within the industry.
- •Tatum has been Deputy Commissioner since 2014.
- •NBA franchises average a worth of $5.4 billion.
- •Tatum aims to grow the NBA's business operations globally.
- •He highlights the importance of Black businesses in the economy.
- •Tatum cites five Black leaders as his inspirations.
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"NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum runs the league’s business operations that generate more than $14 billion in revenue. These are the five business leaders who inspire him.
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