Chris Leitch has extensive experience in professional soccer, currently serving as General Manager, Technical Director, and Head Coach of the San Jose Earthquakes Soccer team since January 2012. Prior roles within the organization include Interim General Manager and Academy Director. Leitch's prior experience as a Professional Athlete in Major League Soccer spanned from January 2002 to December 2011, where participation included notable teams such as Columbus Crew, New York Metrostars/Red Bulls, and the San Jose Earthquakes. Chris Leitch holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business/Interpersonal Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completed in 2002.