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Jed York

Principal Owner and Chief Executive Officer, San Francisco 49ers · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-04

Jed York is the CEO of San Francisco 49ers. York is based in the United States. York was born in 2000 in Youngstown and educated at Cardinal Mooney High School and University of Notre Dame.

Born in Ohio in 1980, York graduated from University of Notre Dame with degrees in Finance and History. He began his career as a financial analyst at Guggenheim Partners before joining the 49ers organization, becoming CEO in 2008 and principal owner in 2024.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage of Jed York has focused on his evolving role and public statements regarding the San Francisco 49ers organization. Reporting has covered his comments on draft strategy and player personnel decisions, including his stance on specific roster moves, as well as commentary on his level of involvement in team operations. Additionally, York has been featured in coverage related to the organization's leadership structure, including a recent promotion of another executive, and his remarks about the Bay Area during Super Bowl LX.

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Born
2000 · Youngstown
Citizenship
United States
Education
Cardinal Mooney High School, University of Notre Dame

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Jed York: FAQ

Who is Jed York?
Jed York is the Principal Owner and Chief Executive Officer of San Francisco 49ers, based in United States.
What company does Jed York lead?
Jed York is CEO of San Francisco 49ers.
Where was Jed York educated?
Jed York studied at Cardinal Mooney High School, University of Notre Dame.