Tom Dundon continues to put his imprint on the Trail Blazers.
On Tuesday, the organization laid off multiple staff members on its business side. Willamette Week reported the figure to be at least 40 people, or 20% of the team’s workforce on the business side. Longtime Blazers reporter Sean Highkin said the number was “around 70.”
“Today, as part of our plans to position the organization for the future, we made the difficult decision to restructure several areas of the business,” president of business operations Dewayne Hankins said in a statement. “…Our focus now is supporting those affected through the transition and positioning the organization for long-term success.”
Among the layoffs were digital reporter Casey Holdahl, who was with the team for nearly 20 years.
“I have indeed been let go after 18+ years with the @trailblazers,” Holdahl posted on X. “My sincerest thanks to all of you who have read/listened/watched/engaged with my work over the years.”
