Former NBA Players Union Head Tamika Tremaglio Appointed to Secretariat Position

In the world of professional basketball, Tamika Tremaglio made a significant impact during her tenure as executive director of the NBA Players Association (NBPA). Tremaglio, who succeeded Michele Roberts in January 2022, led the NBPA through several key negotiations and initiatives.

One of her most notable achievements was the successful collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations with the league, resulting in a seven-year CBA that runs through the 2029-30 NBA season. This agreement, which was enacted in 2020, introduced the second apron for spending above the salary cap, leading to the breakups of contending teams, a move that has since sparked debate within the league.

Under Tremaglio's leadership, the NBPA also secured the right for players to make passive investments on behalf of the players in approved private equity firms investing in NBA teams. This opportunity, a significant first for the players, allowed them to become co-investors with NBA team owners in businesses outside of the league.

Tremaglio's tenure also saw the players earn the ability to invest in WNBA teams. This move, a testament to her commitment to gender equality, has the potential to further strengthen the bond between the two leagues.

Prior to her role at the NBPA, Tremaglio worked as managing principal for Deloitte in the Washington, D.C., region. After her departure from the NBPA leadership role in 2023, she was appointed as a consultant by the Philadelphia 76ers.

Tremaglia's influence extended beyond the basketball court as well. In early November 2023, she departed from the NBPA and is now leading global sports consultancy for Secretariat.

The Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA), under Tremaglio's guidance, opted out of the CBA last fall and is currently negotiating a new agreement set to begin next year. However, it seems the WNBA CBA deal is not expected to be finalized before the deadline.

During her time at the NBPA, Tremaglio was the highest-paid union employee in 2024, with a salary of $3.4 million and $81,989 in disbursements for official business. Her successor, former Finals MVP Andre Iguodala, currently holds the executive director position.

Tremaglio's tenure at the NBPA was marked by significant achievements, investment opportunities, and a commitment to gender equality. Her impact on the world of basketball is undeniable, leaving a legacy that will be felt for years to come.

Former NBA Players Union Head Tamika Tremaglio Appointed to Secretariat Position