IMG Academy Appoints New Campus and Online Presidents
The Bradenton-based sports organization names veteran leaders to oversee its campus operations and expanding digital services.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in People
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IMG Academy has appointed Mike Milliron as President of Campus and Fred Santarpia as President of Online. These leadership changes are intended to accelerate the organization's growth as it reaches more student-athletes and families.
Why it matters
By splitting leadership between campus operations and digital platforms, the organization aims to scale its reach through both its physical Bradenton facility and its new online initiatives.
The organization has introduced four new sports programs over the past 18 months. This expansion supports a digital ecosystem that includes the NCSA network, which connects athletes with 40,000 college coaches.
The players
Mike Milliron
He is the newly appointed President of Campus at IMG Academy and previously served as the organization's Chief Operating Officer.
Fred Santarpia
He is the new President of IMG Academy Online who previously held the position of President at Endeavor Streaming.
Chris Ciaccio
A long-term executive at IMG Academy who is transitioning from his role as President of Online to focus on brand and commercial strategy.
The details
Mike Milliron, who has been with the company since 2011 and served as COO since 2024, will lead the Bradenton campus strategy. Fred Santarpia, former President of Endeavor Streaming, succeeds Chris Ciaccio, who moves into a focus on commercial and brand strategy.
Timeline
Mike Milliron joined IMG Academy in 2011.
Mike Milliron became COO of the campus in 2024.
Chris Ciaccio led IMG Academy Online for the last 18 months.
IMG Academy released the IMG Academy+ digital platform last week.
IMG Academy announced the new presidential appointments on October 26, 2026.
Market Landscape
This leadership shift follows the industry trend of sports training institutions prioritizing hybrid digital-physical models to scale their influence. By separating digital and campus oversight, the firm positions itself to compete more aggressively in the crowded youth sports training market.
Families can expect an increased focus on digital integration through platforms like IMG Academy+ alongside traditional on-campus training programs. These changes aim to standardize the student-athlete experience as the academy continues its rapid expansion in Bradenton and beyond.
The takeaway
The appointment of dedicated leaders for campus and online divisions signals a significant shift toward digital-first growth strategies for elite training facilities. Consumers should anticipate more integrated technological tools in their sports training and recruitment journey.
Further reading
For more on local leadership changes, visit People.
More information
For more details on current operations, visit the IMG Academy company website.
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