There is some personnel news to report, as Michael Goldklang is joining The Goldklang Group. Goldklang will serve as the organization’s general counsel and senior vice president.
The Goldklang Group owns and operates the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League), Hudson Valley Renegades (Short Season A; NY-Penn League), Pittsfield Suns (summer collegiate; Future Collegiate Baseball League), and the St Paul Saints (independent; American Association).
Based at the Group’s headquarters in New Jersey, Mr. Goldklang will oversee legal matters relating to its member clubs and will be involved in other aspects of the Group’s operations, including new business opportunities.
Prior to joining the Goldklang Group, Mr. Goldklang was a Partner at LeClairRyan in the Firm’s Newark, New Jersey and New York City offices, during which time he regularly counseled business clients and actively litigated in federal and state courts on behalf of a Fortune 10 company. Mr. Goldklang received both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Michigan.
“Mike has been engaged with the Group on several legal matters in recent years and is familiar with our activities and objectives. With the expansion both in the scope of our operations and our needs in his areas of specialization, this is an ideal time for him to join the Group in an executive capacity. We look forward to the opportunity to more directly access Mike’s skills and insights as we continue to build for the future,” said Marv Goldklang, Chairman.
“I am extremely excited for the opportunity to join the Goldklang Group and am honored at the prospect of working for an organization with such a strong and innovative brand. I look forward to contributing to the Group’s continued succes,” said Michael Goldklang.