USRowing, the national governing body for rowing in the United States, has appointed Elevate Talent to lead the search for its next Chief Executive Officer following a competitive process.
This high-profile role will report to the Board of Directors and will oversee all aspects of the organization, with a particular focus on growing participation, strengthening member value, advancing organizational performance, and driving success for the U.S. National Team.
Elevate Talent is a global executive search and talent consulting firm and part of Elevate, the award-winning global sports and entertainment agency. Elevate partners with leading organizations across sports, media, and entertainment to solve complex business challenges and unlock growth.
"Identifying an experienced Chief Executive Officer to build off the strong foundation established under Amanda Kraus and lead USRowing though the next exciting phase of our evolution – into LA28 and beyond – is a watershed moment for the organization,” said Kirsten Feldman, Chair of the USRowing Board of Directors.
“We are excited to work with Elevate Talent and believe their proven track record in executive search and their vast global network across national governing bodies in sport makes them an ideal partner to work with us to identify this transformational next generation leader.”
Kirsten Feldman
Chair of the USRowing Board of Directors
“We’re thrilled to partner with USRowing on this important appointment at a pivotal moment for the organization.”
Liz Moulton
Chairman of Elevate Talent
“With strong momentum across the sport – from international performance to adding more meaningful value to members – this is an opportunity to identify a leader who can build on that progress and steer USRowing into its next chapter as it looks ahead to the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond.”
Elevate Talent has placed various senior leaders across global sports organizations, including governing bodies, Olympic movements, and major professional leagues such as the NFL, MLB, NHL, USTA, LPGA, MLS, and NWSL. Elevate Talent’s deep and relevant experience will help shape and guide the search for USRowing.
Interested candidates can formally apply to the role at usrowingceo@oneelevate.com. The deadline for applications is April 10, 2026.
Über Elevate
Elevate is a global, award-winning agency committed to helping properties, brands, and universities forge deeper connections with their audiences to unlock growth. Serving more than 1,000 clients across sports, entertainment, consumer products, retail, and more, Elevate drives deeper audience engagement and sustainable commercial growth. Elevate leverages EPIC, its proprietary intelligence platform powered by advanced data and AI technology, integrating tools for consumer insights, ticketing, property analytics, and revenue optimization. Founded in 2018, Elevate partners with clients worldwide from offices across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
About USRowing
USRowing is the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States, responsible for stewarding, strengthening, and growing American rowing by championing performance and igniting new passion for the sport. USRowing serves a broad and dedicated community – athletes, coaches, coxswains, referees, volunteers, clubs, and event organizers – and the U.S. National Team. Through events, programming, education, and fundraising, USRowing supports participation at every level from learn-to-row novices through the high performance athletes dedicated to reaching Olympic and Paralympic podium.
