University of Tennessee Athletics
White Announces New Roles in Athletics Department Leadership
July 25, 2025 | General
Danny White, Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics at the University of Tennessee, announced several new roles within his leadership team on Friday.
"It's an excellent opportunity to promote from within, with Ryan Alpert stepping into the role of Athletics Director at Georgia Tech, mirroring Allen Greene's appointment at Pittsburgh last November," said White. "We have a brilliant team in place and are strategically reorganizing to ensure we continue to lead the way in college sports. These promotions showcase our steadfast commitment to leadership and innovation, affirming our decision to elevate talent from within."
Cameron Walker will continue as Senior Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Strategy Officer, while also taking on the role of Executive Director of the UT Athletics Foundation.
Brady Hart has been promoted to Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Revenue Officer. In this role, he will lead the department's revenue generation strategies and work to enhance its financial sustainability. Hart will oversee several critical functions, including the Tennessee Fund, capital projects, and UT's data analytics.
Brad Briggs has been promoted to Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Financial Officer. Now in his 12th year with Tennessee Athletics, Briggs oversees financial management, business operations, Anthony Travel, procurement and information technology.
With Hart transitioning to his new role, Executive Associate Athletics Director Matt Kommer assumes the day-to-day leadership of the Tennessee Fund.
In light of the recent changes resulting from the House settlement, several athletics staff members will be starting new roles.Â
With the establishment of a new NIL Operations Office, Executive Associate Athletics Director for NIL and Legal Affairs, JB Bowling, oversees this new unit. Quinton Smith, UT's Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, transitions to lead the Compliance Office during this time.
