NELSON RODRIGUEZ BIO

Nelson has been instrumental in building the sport & business of soccer in the united states.

coined as “a deeply experienced leader on both the commercial and competition sides of the sport”, nelson has a 30+ year resume that includes time with major league soccer (mls) & US soccer, as well as college & youth soccer programs.

nelson is currently the evp sporting product & competition at the mls.

his career to date has been nothing short of spectacular, including roles as:

president & general manager - chicago fire FC,
president - chivas usa,
managing director - us national team advisory services,
executive vP of competition & game operations - mls,
svp of international - soccer united marketing (sum),
director of soccer operations - metrostars,
& head coach - lafayette college men’s soccer team.

Nelson advises kevin & provides the ssf an invaluable perspective as we activate programs and carry out our organizational purpose “to empower youth athletes with skills for life + PLAY + THEIR FUTURE.”