Kevin Burroughs is a sports media executive with 25 years of experience in production, operations, and talent development. A seven-time Sports Emmy Award nominee and three-time winner, he is known across the industry for strategic leadership, operational creativity, and a collaborative, people-first approach.

Currently serving as Senior Director, ESPN NEXT, Kevin oversees ESPN’s signature early-career development program, cultivating top talent across the production and operations landscape. His career spans production operations, cross-platform production, and enterprise program management, with a focus on innovation, mentorship, and building high-performing, inclusive teams.

Beyond operations, Kevin pursues creative fiction, exploring themes of memory, family, and resilience through short stories. His writing reflects the same curiosity and attention to human detail that inform his leadership, adding a unique lens to how he approaches complex challenges.