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Canucks Tap Ex-Agent Hermiston for Player Development
6 Jun
Summary
- Daren Hermiston named Director of Player Personnel and Development.
- Hermiston previously worked as an NHLPA Certified Player Agent.
- He brings experience from a global sports, music, and entertainment company.
The Vancouver Canucks have announced a key addition to their management team, naming Daren Hermiston as the new Director of Player Personnel and Player Development. This strategic appointment was revealed by General Manager Ryan Johnson, who expressed enthusiasm for Hermiston's diverse background.
Johnson emphasized Hermiston's broad hockey acumen, citing his strengths as a player agent and his aptitude for nurturing player growth. He also noted Hermiston's business ventures as beneficial for his new role.
Hermiston, who hails from Kamloops, British Columbia, transitions to the Canucks from THE.TEAM. In his previous capacity, he served as an NHLPA Certified Player Agent, representing athletes across the NHL, AHL, and junior hockey leagues since 2009.
His career in player representation began with Points West Sports & Entertainment, which was later acquired and rebranded. Hermiston also holds a degree in Business Administration from Thompson Rivers University and has contributed as a guest lecturer in Sports and Entertainment Marketing at Simon Fraser University.
