Chad Gruen
FounderFounder of SMP Sports Group (acquired by 3STEP in 2022) at 3STEP Sports
Greater Chicago Area
Founded3STEP Sports
Founder of SMP Sports Group (acquired by 3STEP in 2022) at 3STEP Sports
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Co-founders at 3STEP Sports
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Greg WaldbaumCEO and co-founder of 3D Lacrosse (acquired by 3STEP)
Experience
- 3STEP SportsChief Executive Officercurrent2024 — present
- 3STEP SportsChief Strategy Officer (CSO)2023 — 2025
- Northwestern Memorial HospitalBoard Membercurrent2025 — present
- SMP Holdings, LLC; Sports Made Personal, Lacrosse America, Team ONE, FC United, PlayerFirstFounder and CEOcurrent2005 — present
Skills & more
Event Management9Sports21Sports Marketing13Marketing14Public Speaking5Social Media7New Business Development5Marketing Strategy4Sales7Account Management1Event Planning2Coaching3
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Chad Gruen?
- Founder of SMP Sports Group (acquired by 3STEP in 2022) at 3STEP Sports
- Where does Chad Gruen work?
- Chad Gruen is Founder of SMP Sports Group (acquired by 3STEP in 2022) of 3STEP Sports.
- What companies did Chad Gruen found?
- Chad Gruen founded 3STEP Sports.
- Where did Chad Gruen go to school?
- Chad Gruen studied at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business; New Trier High School.
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