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==Beginnings with the Dolphins== |
==Beginnings with the Dolphins== |
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Wiedmeier’s NFL career began in 1981 when he was hired by Dolphins Founder Joe Robbie. Wiedmeier was later named Assistant General Manager by Robbie in December, 1989. Under owner H. Wayne Huizenga, Wiedmeier served in ascending executive capacities and was responsible for club business operations, labor and football administration. He was named President & COO by Huizenga in January, 2006. |
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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. |
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During Wiedmeier’s time with the Dolphins, the team recorded 20 winning seasons and qualified for the playoffs on 14 occasions, including eight division titles, four AFC Championship games and a pair of Super Bowl appearances. |
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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. |
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==Cleveland Browns== |
==Cleveland Browns== |
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On January 11, 2010, the [[Cleveland Browns]] named Wiedmeier Executive Vice President - Business Operations.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/article.php?id=10410 |title=Wiedmeier named Executive VP |accessdate=11 January 2010 }}</ref> |
On January 11, 2010, the [[Cleveland Browns]] named Wiedmeier Executive Vice President - Business Operations.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/article.php?id=10410 |title=Wiedmeier named Executive VP |accessdate=11 January 2010 }}</ref> |
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==NFL== |
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Wiedmeier has been active in League affairs for nearly two decades, as he representing the club in National Football League matters and serving on NFL committees and working groups. He is an original member of the NFL Management Council’s Working Club Executive Committee and NFL Player Insurance Trust. |
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In his NFL career, Wiedmeier has had the unique opportunity to work for or with five men who have led teams to championships as a head coach either at the NFL or collegiate level. This group includes Hall of Famer Don Shula, Jimmy Johnson, Nick Saban, Bill Parcells and now Mike Holmgren. |
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==Education== |
==Education== |
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He earned his J.D. from the |
He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law and is a member of the Florida Bar. He played center for Carroll College in Montana, where he earned his business degree and served as team captain his senior year. He was a sophomore starter on the undefeated 1978 Hall of Fame team. |
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==Personal life== |
==Personal life== |
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He is married to Mary K. They have five children, Lauren, Victoria, John, Danielle and Matthew, ranging in age from |
He is married to Mary K. They have five children, Lauren, Victoria, John, Danielle and Matthew, ranging in age from 17 to 23. He and his family reside in [[Westlake, Ohio]]. |
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==Notes== |
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Revision as of 15:06, 1 August 2010
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 NFL career began in 1981 when he was hired by Dolphins Founder Joe Robbie. Wiedmeier was later named Assistant General Manager by Robbie in December, 1989. Under owner H. Wayne Huizenga, Wiedmeier served in ascending executive capacities and was responsible for club business operations, labor and football administration. He was named President & COO by Huizenga in January, 2006.
During Wiedmeier’s time with the Dolphins, the team recorded 20 winning seasons and qualified for the playoffs on 14 occasions, including eight division titles, four AFC Championship games and a pair of Super Bowl appearances.
Cleveland Browns
On January 11, 2010, the Cleveland Browns named Wiedmeier Executive Vice President - Business Operations.[1]
NFL
Wiedmeier has been active in League affairs for nearly two decades, as he representing the club in National Football League matters and serving on NFL committees and working groups. He is an original member of the NFL Management Council’s Working Club Executive Committee and NFL Player Insurance Trust.
In his NFL career, Wiedmeier has had the unique opportunity to work for or with five men who have led teams to championships as a head coach either at the NFL or collegiate level. This group includes Hall of Famer Don Shula, Jimmy Johnson, Nick Saban, Bill Parcells and now Mike Holmgren.
Education
He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law and is a member of the Florida Bar. He played center for Carroll College in Montana, where he earned his business degree and served as team captain his senior year. He was a sophomore starter on the undefeated 1978 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 17 to 23. He and his family reside in Westlake, Ohio.
Notes
- ^ "Wiedmeier named Executive VP". Retrieved 11 January 2010.