The Golden State Warriors have been an NBA team driven by innovation and technology in a number of ways — whether it’s by the team partnering with Rakuten or individual players like Kevin Durant working closely with a number of Silicon Valley tech companies.
Now, Warriors president and COO Rick Welts — a longtime sports executive — is getting more involved with the technology business, as he has joined action camera company GoPro’s Board of Directors.
“Rick Welts’ leadership, creativity, and passion have made him one of the most respected individuals in the NBA.