The Atlanta Falcons begin their 2023 offseason by shaking the top of the org chart.
Team owner Arthur Blank announced Monday morning that Greg Beadles would take over as team president and assume day-to-day control of Falcons operations.
Beadles has been with the Falcons for 28 years after starting with them as a trainee. Beadles held several positions in Atlanta, including being part of the finance team that helped transfer ownership of the club to Blank.
Rich McKay, team president since 2011, remains CEO of the Falcons, with oversight of football operations, and adds portfolio CEO duties Arthur M. Blank Sports and Entertainment (AMBSE), parent company of the Falcons, Atlanta United (MLS) and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
“I have always believed that continuity of leadership and thoughtful succession planning are hallmarks of great organizations and we intended to develop an exceptional and deep group of seasoned executives to lead our businesses into the future” , Blank said in a statement. “These new roles reflect how each of these leaders embodies our core values and their outstanding performance over the years. I am grateful for their loyal, dedicated and excellent service to our businesses, associates and partners, as well as to me and my family. They deserve these opportunities, and I couldn’t be more confident that they will continue to lead our businesses with a focus on our fans, customers, guests and associates at the highest level, while continuing to foster a culture that is representative of our values.”
In addition to the Beadles and McKay promotions, Blank also announced that Steve Cannon has been named Vice President of AMBSE, Tim Zulawski has been elevated to President of AMBSE and Dietmar Exler has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Director. of Mercedes-Benz Stadium Operations and continues as CEO. from the Arthur M. Blank family office.