Dev Shpiruk joined Florida Atlantic Athletics in June 2025 as a Senior Account Executive, Corporate Partnerships with FAU Sports Properties (Playfly Sports).
In his role, Shpiruk is responsible for generating and managing corporate partnerships across Florida Atlantic Athletics, working closely with local, regional, and national brands to deliver customized sponsorship solutions that drive revenue growth, brand awareness, and community impact.
Prior to joining FAU, Shpiruk served as Director of Corporate Partnerships for the Columbus Clingstones, the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. In that role, he generated new sponsorship revenue across entitlement rights, stadium signage and experiences, in-game promotions, digital, print, radio, hospitality, and promotional nights.
Shpiruk also brings collegiate athletics experience from Appalachian State University, where he served as Manager, Business Development with App State Sports Properties (LEARFIELD) from 2023 to 2025. During his time at App State, he managed corporate partnership portfolios exceeding seven figures in annual revenue, identified new business opportunities, and consistently delivered strong client retention through results-driven sponsorship packages aligned with partner objectives.
Earlier in his career, Shpiruk worked as an Account Executive, Corporate Partnerships at Florida A&M University with Rattler Sports Properties (Peak Sports) in 2023. In that role, he managed a mid six-figure corporate partnership portfolio while collaborating closely with partners to develop tailored sponsorship packages, support revenue growth initiatives, and strengthen long-term relationships with the athletic department.
A native of Florida, Shpiruk earned his Master of Science in Sport Management from Florida State University, where he served as Secretary of the Sport Management Student Association. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences from the University of Florida, with a minor in Sport Management.
When not cheering on the Owls, Dev can be found spending time with his two dogs, Juno and Maizie, golfing with friends, or enjoying time with his girlfriend and family.