Background
Raised in Stockton, California, the son of Alex Spanos, Spanos earned varsity letters in football and golf at Lincoln High School (Stockton, California).
professional sports team executive
Raised in Stockton, California, the son of Alex Spanos, Spanos earned varsity letters in football and golf at Lincoln High School (Stockton, California).
Bachelor of Business Administration, University Pacific, 1972.
Dean continued his golfing career at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. He maintains close ties with his alma mater, having served as a regent at the University. Spanos became President and Chief Executive Officer of the Chargers early in 1994.
That same year San Diego’s team rose to the ranks the of NFL elite teams with its most memorable season in team history when it took the community of San Diego for a thrilling ride all the way to Super Bowl XXIX. That includes three playoff wins and five AFC West titles (2004, 2006-2009).
Past board regents University Pacific.
Married Susan Spanos. Children: Alexander Gus, John Dean.