Max Eisenbud Takes Charge as Head of Client Representation at WME Sports
Max Eisenbud has been appointed as the head of client representation for WME Sports, marking a significant step in his career at the Hollywood talent agency. In this new role, he will oversee the agency’s operations across various sports, including tennis, golf, action sports, and sports content. Eisenbud is also set to continue his leadership of the IMG Tennis division, which he has helmed for years.
Eisenbud’s impressive client roster includes renowned Grand Slam champions such as Carlos Alcaraz, Coco Gauff, and Iga Swiatek. His list of notable athletes extends to tennis legends like Serena Williams, John McEnroe, Andy Murray, Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and Frances Tiafoe. His experience in client representation has solidified his reputation in the sports industry.
A Legacy of Success
Christian Muirhead, co-chairman of WME Group, praised Eisenbud in a recent statement, highlighting his passion, creativity, and relentless work ethic. He stated, “There are few individuals like Max Eisenbud, an agent and a leader who is passionate, creative, and one of the hardest working people in our business. Over the past 25 years, he has developed some of the world’s top tennis players and transformed IMG Tennis into the undisputed leader.” Muirhead added that Eisenbud is a natural fit to lead WME Sports into a future of continued investment and growth.
Since joining IMG in 2000, Eisenbud has represented high-profile players, including Maria Sharapova and Li Na, as they expanded their commercial ventures off the court. His strategic approach to client management has transformed the landscape of sports representation.
Future Prospects for WME Sports
Eisenbud’s leadership team at WME Sports will include Lee White, who will focus on sports content, Josh Levy, who will head the broadcast group, and Mike Zavodsky, responsible for property solutions. This team will work collectively to drive WME Sports’ mission of representing athletes, broadcasters, executives, and institutions within the global sports industry.
This strategic appointment comes in the wake of WME’s parent company, Endeavor, transitioning back to private ownership as part of a substantial $25 billion deal with Silver Lake. The newly private entities will operate under the name WME Group, which encompasses WME agency, marketing firm 160over90, IMG licensing, and the unscripted studio Pantheon Media Group, formerly known as Asylum Entertainment.
The elevation of Eisenbud reflects WME Sports’ commitment to enhancing its influence and reach in the sports sector, poised to capitalize on emerging opportunities under his guidance. As the agency looks to the future, Eisenbud’s extensive experience and established relationships with top athletes position him well to navigate the evolving landscape of sports representation.
