University of Virginia men’s tennis alumnus Brian Vahari has been elected president and chairman of the board of directors of the United States Tennis Association. His two-year term begins January 1st.
Bahari, a three-time U.S. champion with the Cavaliers and a successful professional career, will become the youngest chairman of a Grand Slam tournament (the U.S. Open) and the first member of the LGBTQ community to serve in that role.
The USTA is the national governing body for tennis in the United States.
“It is an honor to work with such a talented and passionate group of people,” Vahari said. “Each member of the board brings a unique perspective, and we are a team driven by a deep dedication to the game we all love.”
Bahari also named UVA men’s tennis head coach Andres Pedroso as a USTA presidential appointee, serving in a role adjacent to the Board of Governors.
Since retiring from professional tennis, Mr. Bahari has established a reputation as a respected CEO, serving as chief operating officer of venture capital firms VentureHouse Group and NextGen Venture Partners. , has a track record of successfully restructuring businesses, promoting growth, and improving profitability for private companies. An early stage, equity-backed company in the health and wellness space.
Vahari and her husband, Bill Jones, are raising twin boys in Washington, D.C.
