After serving for 12 years as associate and assistant commissioner, Bridget Johnson Tetteh has been appointed as the new GNAC commissioner, succeeding Dave Haglund. Tetteh, who will assume the role on July 1, 2024, was praised for her qualifications and vision for the conference by GNAC CEO Board Chair Dr. Stefani Hicswa. With a background as a student-athlete and administrator in the GNAC, Tetteh expressed gratitude for the opportunity and acknowledged the influence of outgoing commissioner Dave Haglund in her career.

The Big Picture

The appointment of Bridget Johnson Tetteh as the GNAC commissioner marks a significant transition in leadership for the conference, highlighting a continuation of experienced professionals guiding the organization's future trajectory.

By the Numbers
  • 12 years: Dave Haglund's tenure as GNAC commissioner from Jan. 2012 to June 2024.
  • 18 years: Bridget Johnson Tetteh's association with the GNAC as a student-athlete, coach, and administrator.
State of Play
  • Bridget Johnson Tetteh will officially assume the role of GNAC commissioner on July 1, 2024.
  • She has a long history with the GNAC, starting as a student-athlete at Western Oregon University.
  • Bridget Johnson Tetteh was unanimously chosen by the GNAC CEO Board to lead the conference.
Bottom Line

Bridget Johnson Tetteh's appointment as the GNAC commissioner ushers in a new era of leadership, emphasizing continuity and experience within the conference. Her long-standing involvement with the GNAC and commendable track record position her well for success in this pivotal role.