UC announces new appointment to Board of Regents

University of California Board of Regents Chair Janet Reilly and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., welcomed Gov. Gavin Newsom's appointment of Robert "Bob" Myers to UC's governing board and released the following statement today (Nov. 21):

"It is an honor to welcome Bob Myers to the Board of Regents. Mr. Myers' strategic and business acumen, combined with his impressive background in sports leadership, affords him invaluable insights that will help the University of California navigate the changing landscape of college athletics and continue its commitment to excellence in academics and sports. We are confident that Mr. Myers' close ties to the University and the strong relationships he has cultivated throughout the state make him an ideal advocate for furthering the University's teaching, research and public service mission."

About the appointee:

Robert "Bob" Myers has been appointed to the University of California Board of Regents. Myers played basketball for UCLA, making the team as a walk-on in his freshman year. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business and economics in 1993, he began a 14-year sports agent career, including as managing executive and agent at Wasserman Media Group from 2006 to 2010. While an agent, he earned a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School.

He joined the Golden State Warriors organization in 2011 as assistant general manager and vice president of basketball operations. He held multiple roles for the Warriors from 2012 until his 2023 retirement, including general manager and president of basketball operations. He was twice named the NBA's executive of the year and was instrumental in the Warriors' four NBA championships.

Myers has been an advisor for the Washington Commanders since 2024 and an NBA studio host and analyst at ESPN since 2023. He lives in Santa Monica with his wife and three daughters.

UC regents are appointed by the governor to 12-year terms and are able to begin their service immediately. They must be confirmed by the California State Senate within one year of their appointment and do not receive compensation.

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