The Cleveland Browns are owned by Jimmy and Dee Haslam, through their umbrella organization Haslam Sports Group. The Haslam family purchased the team in 2012 and remain the controlling owners today.
Current principal owners
Jimmy Haslam is a businessman who leads the Pilot Company (Pilot Flying J) and serves as the primary controlling owner of the Browns. His wife, Dee Haslam, is co-owner and is also prominently involved in the team’s operations and community and media initiatives.
Ownership structure
The Browns are held as part of Haslam Sports Group, founded by Dee and Jimmy Haslam along with family members Whitney and JW Johnson. Haslam Sports Group lists ownership of the Cleveland Browns as a core asset in its sports portfolio.
Basic comparison points
Aspect| Details
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Primary owners| Jimmy and Dee Haslam (Haslam family) 23
Ownership entity| Haslam Sports Group 4
Year acquired| Agreement in 2012, sale approved and closed in October 2012 3
