By JOHN BOHNENKAMP
The Burlington Bees’ front office will have a slightly different look next season.
Jill Mason has been named the general manager after four years of being the assistant GM. Blaise Rosson has been hired as the new assistant general manager and director of stadium operations. Ted Gutman, in his 26th year with the Bees, will become director of baseball operations.
Mason has been with the Bees since 2013. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Western Illinois University.
“Stepping into the role of General Manager, I’m beyond honored to lead this team forward with the strength of this incredible community behind us,” Mason said in a statement. “Together, we’ll keep building something special, continuing the tradition of Burlington Bees Baseball.”
Rosson, a Burlington native, served as a marketing intern for the club last season. He is a 2024 graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in marketing.
“It’s an honor to join the Burlington Bees front office,” said Rosson. “Growing up in Burlington and going to Bees games helped lead to my love of the game of baseball.”
The Bees open their fifth season in the Prospect League on May 27, when they play host to Quincy.
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