Dr. Lyle Crews, Jr. serves as the Vice President focused on Strategy & Business Operations for the Seattle Sabercats, where he brings a dynamic blend of executive leadership, entrepreneurial acumen, and academic excellence to the team’s front office. With over 20 years of experience in business strategy, real estate, education, and sports development, Dr. Crews is a driving force behind the Sabercats’ operational success and long-term sustainability.

As a founding executive of the Sabercats franchise, Dr. Crews leads the charge in business planning, capital development, sponsorship engagement, and fan experience innovation. He has played a central role in structuring the team’s multi-phase investment strategy, building community partnerships, and aligning the Sabercats with the future of professional indoor football.

Dr. Crews is also the Managing Broker of Aspen NW Real Estate, a property management and investment-focused firm, and a faculty member at North Seattle College, where he teaches in the Real Estate and Property Management BAS program. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration and specializes in strategic growth, organizational excellence, and financial modeling.

Driven by a deep passion for community impact, mentorship, and economic empowerment, Dr. Crews ensures that the Seattle Sabercats are not only a sports team, but a transformative force in the Puget Sound region.