Minneapolis/St. Paul — The Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx today announced the hiring of Andrew Stokes as Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships.
In this role, Stokes will lead the organization's corporate partnerships business, driving strategy, revenue growth, partner development, activation, and long-term relationship management across the Timberwolves, Lynx, and the broader portfolio of business ventures.
Stokes joins the organization from Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), where he led partnership development and growth across some of North America's most recognized sports properties, including the Toronto Raptors during their 2019 NBA Championship season, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and Toronto FC. Throughout his career, he has also built and delivered brand partnerships for leading entertainment properties, including Live Nation, Toronto Fashion Week, and marquee professional golf events. He began his career with IMG before advancing through increasingly impactful leadership roles across sports business, including partnership activation, strategy, and corporate partnership sales.
"We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to the Timberwolves and Lynx family," said Matt Caldwell, CEO of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. "Andrew is a proven leader with a reputation for building innovative partnerships, developing high-performing teams, and delivering meaningful business results. His experience across some of the most successful brands in sports and entertainment, combined with his collaborative approach and strategic vision, make him an exceptional addition to our leadership team as we continue to grow our business and create world-class experiences for our partners."
"I am honored to join the Timberwolves and Lynx organization," said Stokes. "These are two of the most dynamic and respected brands in professional sports, with elite talent on the court, passionate fan bases, deep community connections, and tremendous momentum. I look forward to partnering with the organization's outstanding staff and partners to unlock new opportunities, drive innovation, and create lasting impact for fans, brands, and communities across Minnesota and beyond."
Known for his people-first leadership style and passion for developing talent, Stokes brings more than two decades of experience building transformative partnerships across sports and entertainment. His expertise spans sponsorship strategy, revenue generation, data-driven decision-making, fan engagement, and digital innovation, positioning him to help drive the next chapter of growth for the Timberwolves and Lynx.