NBL Executive Team

Christine Finnegan is the Chief Executive Officer of the Tasmania JackJumpers. 

Christine joined the club from its inception to the National Basketball League in 2020 and has played a pivotal role in the club’s ongoing success both on and off the court, culminating in the 2024 NBL Championship, which created history in the Australian Sporting Landscape.

Having built a strong and sustainable brand at the JackJumpers, Christine has brought together a family of iconic Tasmania and Australia companies to partner with the JackJumpers help positively impact the community, while doing Tasmanians proud on the court. She oversees all non-basketball activity including driving all revenue streams, brand sentiment and activations, events and community.

She has recently been appointed to the board of the S.H.E Foundation, elevating the charity's fundraising and awareness efforts for thousands of women suffering gynaecological cancers. 

Christine has over 25 years experience in professional sport commencing her career at Tennis Australia and progressing through the ranks of three football codes including Rugby Union (ACT Brumbies and Melbourne Rebels); Rugby League (Melbourne Storm); AFL (AFL Players Association and St Kilda Football Club) as well as the Commonwealth Games.

Born and raised in Canberra and a former competitive tennis player, Christine studied politics and worked for the Deputy Prime Minister for 6 years as a Ministerial staffer.

Christine is a passionate advocate for female representation in senior roles in sport and also mentors a number of young females embarking on their careers in sport.

Alex Edgar is the General Manager of Commercial and Marketing

Alex Edgar has been a cornerstone of the Tasmania JackJumpers since its inception, starting her journey as our Customer Engagement Manger, responsible for delivering the membership and ticketing program. Through her exceptional dedication and strategic vision, she quickly rose to become the Head of Consumer Brand, where she adeptly managed our membership program and enhanced the overall customer experience and journey.

Transitioning again to take on the role of Head of New Business & Customer Experience, Alex’s responsibilities have evolved to encompass new business initiatives, leadership workshops, and various non-BAU commercial activities, extending beyond partnerships and membership ticketing streams. Her strategic acumen and innovative approach have been pivotal in driving our commercial success.

Promoted to General Manager of Commercial, with tentative oversight of finance, Alex now oversees approximately 80% of the JackJumpers' revenue. Her primary objective is to achieve financial stability and growth through strategic partnerships and innovative business practices.

Before joining the Tasmania JackJumpers, Alex worked in the membership department at the Australian Football League (AFL) and with Ticketmaster, where she honed her skills in membership coordination and ticketing operations. Her experience in these roles has been instrumental in her ability to drive our commercial success and growth.

Alex Edgar's visionary leadership and strategic insights have been instrumental in the continued commercial success and growth of the Tasmania JackJumpers. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate and capitalize on complex business landscapes make her an invaluable asset to our team.

Katelyn Davies is the General Manager Communications & Brand. 

Katelyn is a passionate sports administrator with strong knowledge, relationships and technical skill across the Tasmanian and national media landscape. 

Katelyn works closely with the High Performance team to ensure maximum internal and external promotion of the team, National Basketball League, commercial partners and community engagement. 

Beginning her professional career as a television journalist in Tasmania, Katelyn moved interstate to report on some of the biggest sports events and stories, and forged an undeniable presence in the industry, 

Over a decade in media production, Katelyn worked with 7Tasmania, Sky News, Triple M and Fox Sports News, before returning to Tasmania, honing her skills in strategic communications management and team operations. 

(Currently on maternity leave through the 2024/2025 season).

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