DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Lindsey Leipold has been named the Embry-Riddle Athletics Director of Business Development, Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs Mitch VanSumeren announced on Thursday. As the Director of Business Development, Leipold will be responsible for the development and execution of Embry-Riddle Athletics' ticket and corporate partnership strategy.
 
"I am overjoyed to add Lindsey to our external team!" Van Sumeren said. "In a short amount of time, she has proven that she can make a big impact. Our fans, season ticket holders, and corporate partners are in good hands with her. We're fortunate to have her here."
 
Leipold moves into her new role after spending the spring semester as an intern in the Eagles' Sports Marketing department. Originally from Clarence, New York, Leipold earned her undergraduate degree in Health Sciences with a minor in sales from Stetson University where she was a four-year letterwinner and four-time ASUN honor roll selection with the Hatters' volleyball team.
 
While at Stetson, Leipold served as a marketing assistant helping to organize game management and provide a positive game day experience for fans.
 
After leaving Stetson in May of 2022, Leipold went to Lamar in pursuit of her MBA and worked as an assistant to the coordinator of revenue generation, aiding in setting fundraising goals and game management.
 
Leipold expects to complete her master's degree in December 2023.