Bryan Wiedmeier

Bryan J. Wiedmeier is the Executive Vice President - Business Operations for the Cleveland Browns NFL football franchise. Before joining the Browns, he worked for the Miami Dolphins for 29 seasons.

Beginnings with the Dolphins

Wiedmeier's professional career with the Dolphins began in 1981 and he has served in a variety of front office roles of increasing importance with both the team and the stadium since then. He was named Assistant General Manager in 1990, and was promoted several times to reflect his expanded responsibilities with the club, first to Vice President - Administration from 1995-1999, to Senior Vice President - Business Operations through 2001 and finally to Executive Vice President - Chief Operating Officer before assuming the team's presidency.

Entering his 29th season with the Dolphins, Bryan Wiedmeier was named Senior Vice President - NFL Affairs and Special Projects in July 2009. In this capacity, he is the team's primary representative in National Football League affairs and works closely with CEO Mike Dee on a variety of special projects.

Cleveland Browns

On January 11, 2010, the Cleveland Browns named Wiedmeier Executive Vice President - Business Operations.

Education

He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law and is a member of the Florida Bar. He received his B.A. in business from Carroll College, which he attended on a football scholarship and served as a team captain in his senior year. He was the starting center for the school's 1978 undefeated Hall of Fame team.

Personal life

He is married to Mary K. They have five children, Lauren, Victoria, John, Danielle and Matthew, ranging in age from 16 to 22. He and his family reside in Miramar, Florida.