Ethan Casson

Ethan Casson is an American basketball executive. He has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx, the Iowa Wolves, and T-Wolves Gaming, since August 8, 2016, taking over for Rob Moor. In his role as CEO, Casson supervises the business operations of the organizations, collaborating closely with the executive team to establish the organization's strategy. Casson managed the successful conclusion of the $150 million renovation for Target Center.

Casson has come back to Minnesota after having most recently fulfilled the role of chief operating officer for the San Francisco 49ers. He dedicated six seasons to the 49ers, beginning in 2010 when he served as the team's vice president of corporate sales. Casson rose to the role of chief revenue officer in 2014, serving for two seasons. Before joining the 49ers, Casson spent 11 years working with the Timberwolves and Lynx, serving as senior vice president of corporate partnerships and game presentation. Prior to joining the Timberwolves and Lynx, Casson worked in sponsorship development with ESPN.

Early life
Casson, originally from Connecticut, spent his childhood in the small town of West Chesterfield, New Hampshire. Casson, a twin, went to Keene High School in Keene, New Hampshire. He and his brothers played basketball. Casson obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management from Colby–Sawyer College in New London, New Hampshire. Casson played on the men's basketball team at Colby–Sawyer College (class of 1996).

Covid
In March 2020, Casson penned a letter to NBA fans updating them on the indefinite suspension of the league due to COVID-19. Casson's letter assured fans with tickets for postponed games that they would be able to use those tickets for the rescheduled games. Casson added that, if games were canceled or played in an empty arena, then fans with tickets to that game would be eligible to receive credit or a refund.