On Wednesday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced they're restructuring their front office. Part of that announcement included the news that they were splitting their presidency.

Stan Bowman had his role elevated from Senior Vice-President, to President of Hockey Operations, while maintaining his role as Blackhawks general manager. Bowman has been with the Blackhawks organization since 2001 in several different roles, ultimately being named general manager in July of 2009. During his time in Chicago, the Blackhawks have won three Stanley Cups.

"This is a special day for the Blackhawks organization and shows the bright future ahead for the team. I would like to thank Rocky and Danny Wirtz for their continued support and the opportunity to serve in this new role. Their leadership in developing the new organizational structure has set the stage for sustained success in the coming years.

I look forward to partnering with Jamie in the coming years. I enjoyed our conversations as a part of her interview process and I'm eager to learn from her as we collaborate on new initiatives. Jamie brings fresh ideas coupled with an analytical view of the industry. This new perspective will prove valuable as we shape the future vision of the Blackhawks", Bowman said in a release today.

The Blackhawks also announced the hiring of Jamie Faulkner to be the President of Business Operations. Jamie's role will be to "focus on advancing the fan experience and business model while generating new revenue through her oversight of strategy and operations across corporate partnerships, ticketing and customer relations, and integrated marketing communications", per the Blackhawks release.

"I am excited for the opportunity take the iconic franchise of the Chicago Blackhawks -rich with a historic past and strong foundation in Chicago and beyond- to the next level and help write a new chapter for the Blackhawks and our fans. I appreciate the support of Rocky and Danny and look forward to furthering their vision. Partnering with Stan, we will craft a best-in-class product and experience on and off the ice of which our fans can be proud" Jamie said.

The final announcement saw Danny Wirtz named Blackhawks' new CEO, a position he has held since April on an interim basis.

"In his role as CEO, Danny Wirtz will carry on the franchise's commitment to this vision, liaise with ownership and other Wirtz family businesses, and oversee operations of the team's Finance and Human Resources departments and the Chicago Blackhawks Foundation."

Both Stan Bowman, and Jamie Faulkner will report to Danny Wirtz, "ensuring the synergistic relationship between Hockey Operations and Business Operations will continue to thrive within the organization." Meanwhile Faulkner and Wirtz will serve as Alternate Governors for the Blackhawks organization, and for NHL purposes.

Source: Chicago Blackhawks

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