Jets president Neil Glat stunningly stepping down after seven-plus years with franchise
The New York Jets announced a major change to their front office on Friday.
Neil Glat is stepping down as Jets president and will switch over into becoming a senior advisor, overseeing off-the-field activities. Glat has been the Jets' president dating back to April 2012.
The Jets will share their "intended organizational next steps" in the coming days, according to SNY.
"I want to thank the Johnson family for giving me an amazing opportunity to be part of their truly special organization," Glat said in a statement obtained by SNY. "Woody and Christopher are terrific leaders, and were outstanding mentors to me. I am extremely grateful to the both of them. I also want to express my sincere gratitude to all the outstanding people who are part of the Jets family. There's never a good time to leave, but it's the right time for me to take on new challenges."
As president of the Jets Glat made a lasting impression. His accomplishments include: designing a new uniform, creating the Emmy award-winning Jets360 content platform and also installing the Jets Reward program, digital ticketing solutions and securing a vast amount of dynamic partnerships.
"Neil spearheaded the implementation of many successful new initiatives and fan-friendly offerings during his time with us," Jets Chairman and CEO Christopher Johnson said in a statement obtained by SNY. "He also worked tirelessly on behalf of the organization and for the fans. I greatly appreciate and thank him for his significant contributions and omnipresent professionalism. He will be missed."
