Houston Dynamo FC hired Graham Wincott as chief marketing officer. Wincott replaces SJ Luedtke and brings nearly 20 years of sports marketing experience.

What happened?

The hire marks the club’s second major C-level addition in recent months, following October’s appointment of Nicolò Zini as chief revenue officer.

Why it matters for Houston Dynamo

Wincott joins the club from the Phoenix Suns, where he spent more than seven years. He most recently served as vice president of brand marketing for the Suns, Phoenix Mercury and their arena, Mortgage Matchup Center.

What comes next?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will have a significant impact on the growth of MLS, with Houston hosting seven total matches for the tournament. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 12th in Major League Soccer, 37 pts, 9W-10D-15L from 34 games | | Goals this season | 43 scored, 56 conceded (-13 goal difference) | | Title race | 26 points behind leaders San Diego | | Next fixture | vs St. Louis City (away, 2026-08-23)