David began his role as NBL Group CEO in May 2023. He came to the League with a wealth of leadership experience both in Australia and Internationally have previously held positions at the AFL as General Manager of Operations, the Western Bulldogs as CEO and Nike as VP & GM of Emerging Markets.

During seven years at the AFL and 17 years at Nike, Stevenson held many senior executive positions in sports, commercial, operations, and retail both in Australia, China, Hong Kong, USA and Global responsibilities with $5b revenue responsibility.

Stevenson also has strong governance experience as the board chair of Oral Health Victoria, the Victorian state government health service.

During his tenure as CEO, the league has seen record growth in broadcast, attendance, digital, database and media metrics in the NBL, as well as the acquisition of the WNBL in partnership with Wollemi Capital Group and securing other key events including the NBA team visit with the New Orleans Pelicans, Euroleague teams and creation of the HoopsFest concept.

Vince Crivelli was appointed NBL Chief Operating Officer in July 2021. In this role he has helped build and maintain healthy relationships with all clubs in the league, bringing in his expertise in developing the skills and knowledge required to run a basketball club on and off the court. Crivelli’s experience in basketball has successfully enabled him to work with the clubs to continue to grow the NBL from strength to strength.

Prior to this role, Crivelli was the Chief Executive Officer for Melbourne United. In his eight years with the club, Crivelli played an instrumental role in building the club since its inception in 2014 and helped guide the club to its inaugural NBL championship in 2018.

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Starting his career in media at the Seven Network, it wasn’t long before Heath had established himself within the broadcast industry and commenced a news journalist cadetship. After several years covering some of the most significant stories in Victoria, he moved into the sports department and covered every major event hosted in the state including the AFL, Australian Open Tennis, NRL and NBL.

In 2006 Heath moved to the Nine Network as the weekend sports presenter. In 2008 he was appointed Head of Media, Marketing and Communications at the North Melbourne Football Club where he spent 13 years. Heath is also an author and has written three books.

He joined the National Basketball League as Chief Media & Communications Officer at a pivotal point, and continues to propel the league by innovating with a true growth mindset.

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As Chief Corporate & Governance Officer, Lauren leads the legal, governance, compliance and integrity responsibilities at the League. Lauren also plays a key role in supporting new initiatives and expansion projects. Lauren is a commercial lawyer with experience in M&A investments across sports, media and wagering.

Lauren has held leadership roles in Australia and London where she worked in private equity and digital media, including advising on the launch of OTT platforms in Europe and was part of the team that acquired Leeds United FC. Lauren has also held a number of not for profit board roles.

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Alex Hamilton is a senior executive with deep experience delivering major sporting and entertainment events. As Chief Event & Project Officer at the NBL, she leads the league’s major events, strategic projects, and government relations.

Before joining the NBL, Alex spent 12 years at Tennis Australia, including as Chief Event Officer of the Australian Open, where she played a key role in elevating the event’s global standing and fan and player experience. She began her career as a commercial lawyer before moving into strategic and operational leadership roles.

Alex brings deep expertise in experience design, innovation, and strategic leadership, with a passion for creating unforgettable moments that connect audiences and elevate sport on and off the court.

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Justin was appointed to the NBL executive in mid-2025, returning to the Australian basketball landscape after six successful seasons leading basketball’s national leagues in New Zealand.

Known for his award-winning innovations and outside-the-square thinking, Justin has spent more than 40 years around the game and has enjoyed success at every level, from grassroots associations through to pro teams and national leagues.

Prior to his time in New Zealand, Justin led the Melbourne Boomers in the WNBL for five seasons which were highlighted by record-breaking attendances and revenue growth.

His innovations in basketball include the world’s first sports bubble during Covid, player only timeouts and New Zealand’s successful Rapid League.

Also a noted sports commentator, Justin has spent 30-plus years behind the microphone in radio and television, commentating Australian Rules Football, soccer and basketball, and has hosted a variety of sports shows on different platforms.

Since Covid, Justin has become a noted speaker at corporate events where he presents his thoughts and experience on sports fandom, innovation in sport and the future of sports entertainment.

Key priorities in his role with the NBL include helping Clubs to maximise growth in revenue and fans, and unlocking new commercial and engagement opportunities through innovation. He will be working with all Clubs across the NBL and WNBL in this key role with the NBL Group.

As Chief Fans Officer, Ted is charged with driving fan acquisition across every touch point of the NBL Group with a key focus on growth in broadcast viewership, fan database, attendance, digital & social.

Ted’s experience spans over 15 years in the sports and entertainment industry including heading global agency TBWA’s sport and culture division across the Oceania region, founding the award-winning creative content house The Social Beat, being Chief Operating Officer of the Sydney Roosters and Head of Marketing at Rugby Australia.

Ted has worked with some of the most influential brands and biggest rights holders in the world including FIFA Women’s World Cup, AFL, NRL, Chelsea FC, Tottenham Hotspur, Supercars, Telstra, Allianz, Audi, Kellogg and many more.

Driven, creative, team leader working at the intersection of sport and culture, Ted is motivated by creativity, innovation and commercial return whilst building strategies for long-term growth in the ecosystem of modern fandom.

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Samantha is a seasoned commercial leader with over 15 years of experience spanning Australia and the USA, working with organisations during pivotal periods of transformational growth.

Her background in commercial strategy, sales, and marketing has seen her deliver results across a diverse range of industries, including entertainment, hospitality, property, personal development, and professional services.

Currently, Sam plays a key role in driving commercial growth for the NBL Group, building strategic partnerships that deliver shared value and long-term impact. Prior to this, she led Australia’s leading C-suite membership organisation, supporting senior executives across all sectors.

Sam also holds various Board and Committee positions and is deeply committed to supporting business excellence and innovation.

Outside of her professional life, she’s a proud mum to three boys.

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