Eric Guttorp joined the Seattle University Athletics external team as the Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement in October of 2017.
At Seattle U, he oversees the operations of the athletics marketing department and directs overall marketing initiatives for the department and its 20 teams. He is responsible for marketing and promotional plans, branding, advertising, in-game promotions, game production community engagement, student relations, sponsor integration and fan experience. He will also oversee the spirit program including dance, band, drumline and mascot.
Guttorp came to Seattle U from the University of Washington where he worked in various capacities since 2013. He most recently served as the Assistant Director of Marketing Outreach, overseeing marketing for the Huskies' nine ticketed sports. He helped build marketing and communication plans and organized events to help boost attendance at home contests.
He was a member of the Huskies' football team from 2008-12, earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Washington.