Business

KlarisIP has brought on Marc Riccio, a well-known sports and entertainment executive, to join the team as Chief Commercial Officer.

The position is charged with leading all commercial activities including growth, acquisitions, business development, strategic communication, and expanding capabilities in collegiate and professional sports, esports and video gaming, and will report to Edward Klaris, CEO.

“Marc is an exceptional leader in the sports and media industry. I am confident his expertise will not only allow KlarisIP to grow its current client base of prominent companies, but also bring its intellectual property expertise to sports content and data,” said Klaris. “I am thrilled for Marc to join the team now, especially as IP drives new monetization, fan engagement, and performance models for sports teams, brands, technology and media companies.”

Marc’s experience includes leading his own consultant business, MR21 Advisory, where he advised global esports and gaming companies. Prior to that role, Marc was the Executive Vice President of Commercial for Lagardère Sports (now known as Sportfive), a full-service global sports agency. Additionally, Marc spent 17 seasons leading business development and operations within the NFL for the New York Jets, and worked for Hofstra University, leading marketing and development for intercollegiate athletics.

Marc’s 30 years of experience have led to specialties in media, fan engagement, sport and entertainment business operations, building new companies, revenue generation, executive leadership, and employee development. He has launched and consulted for several startups, and has also taught as an Associate Adjunct Professor at Hofstra University. Marc continues to advise and mentor in the technology and esports VC accelerator community.

Coming off three years of exponential growth and recently named in the top 20 percent of the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies 2020, KlarisIP, the leader in global intellectual property expertise, helps companies define, value, and protect IP assets in a fast moving, digital economy. The company’s end-to-end capabilities in IP strategy, process, technology, and law, when bundled together, is unique and unrivaled. The team’s holistic approach to content and brands provides exceptional continuity and efficiency. KlarisIP uncovers IP assets companies didn’t know they had. Whether working with top executives on strategy, brokering licensing deals or partnering throughout the company on complex technology solutions, the KlarisIP team digs into projects with passion, curiosity, and resolve, providing expertise in all areas of IP business needs.