FURMAN

GENERAL MANAGER OF TICKET SALES AND OPERATIONS

Houghton attended Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia where he was a student-athlete on the Tennis Team. He began his career in ticket sales at Wake Forest University before moving to South Carolina to work for the Greenville Drive, an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, for 6 seasons. Houghton enjoys golfing, pickleball, and skiing.

TICKET SALES AND OPERATIONS MANAGER

Tyler Baker is the Ticket Sales & Operations Manager for Taymar Sales U at Furman University, where he blends sales, hospitality, and community engagement to create fan experiences that stick. He’s worked with teams like Texoma FC, the New England Knockouts, the Birmingham Stallions, and the Birmingham Barons, building group sales programs and packing stadiums with creative, high-impact events. When he’s not working, Tyler’s probably exploring ballparks, gaming, or checking out the local breweries.