In a June 2 letter to members, Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) President Adam Thoms, Ph.D., announced Paula Sliefert as the association’s new CEO. The letter read as follows:
On behalf of the SFMA Board of Directors, I’m thrilled to announce that we have hired a new Chief Executive Officer: Paula Sliefert. This is a major step forward for our association and a moment of great promise for our future.
Paula comes to us with a strong background in the sports field industry, a passion for member service, and a deep respect for the work that field managers do every day. I’m confident that her leadership will bring fresh ideas, renewed energy, and a strong commitment to the priorities you’ve shared with us over the years.
Paula was also recently honored as the 2024 recipient of the Harry Gill Award, SFMA’s highest honor. Harry Gill’s dedication and vision helped lay the foundation for SFMA, and Paula’s recognition with this award speaks to her continued impact on our profession.
We’ll be introducing Paula Sliefert more formally in the coming weeks through our website, social channels, and upcoming events. I encourage you to join us in welcoming her to the SFMA community.
Thank you for your continued dedication and for being the heart of this great association.
Sincerely,
Adam Thoms
President, SFMA