BUFFALO, NY – University at Buffalo Director of Athletics Warde Manuel has announced the following staff changes within the Division of Athletics. Most notably, changes have been made to the External Relations and Events Management departments.
In the external relations department, Jeremy Applegate has been promoted to Assistant Athletic Director for Corporate Sales. Jon Latke’s role has been upgraded and he will split his time between Business Operations and Corporate Sales Coordinator, while Paul Hutchings has been elevated to Manager of University Awareness and Special Events. Leslie Fitchlee’s responsibilities have changed to Administrative Assistant in the AD Suite.
”We felt that the changes were not only in the best interest of our external relations department, but will aid in the success of our department as a whole," said Manuel. I am proud of the work of all of our staff, congratulate those whose responsibilities and roles have been increased, and look forward to UB reaping the benefits of their continued efforts.”
Bob Maxwell, who had served as the Assistant Athletic Director for Facility Operations, has had his title upgraded to Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities/Capital Projects, while Sue Kurowski was promoted to Assistant Athletic Director for Events/Facility Operation, while also taking on the role of UB’s Camp Director.
Nick Titus has been promoted to Director of Facility Operations, while Doug Borsuk has taken on the role of Maintenance and Logistics Manager. Patty Murphy, who serves as the Alumni Arena Equipment Manager, will add Visiting Team Coordinator to her duties. Alan Bell will serve as Athletic Event/Facility Operations Assistant Manager and Ken Holmes will serve as Athletic Event/Facility Operations Assistant.
”Our events management and facility operations staff are some of the hardest workers in the department and their promotions and new titles are indicative of the work they have done for us over the last few years,” said Manuel. ”Our facilities have continued to be among the best in the Northeast and we can thank Bob, Sue and their staff for all that they do.”