B.A.A. appoints new President and CEO

BOSTON — The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) named a new President and Chief Executive Officer of the organization Wednesday morning.

Jack Fleming, who has more than three decades of experience with the B.A.A., will assume the new leadership position. Fleming has been the acting CEO since May 1, 2022.

“After a thorough process featuring a group of diverse candidates from across the country with various backgrounds, our Board decided that Jack was the best person for our organization based on his in-depth knowledge of the industry, the B.A.A. in particular, our athletes, and the communities we serve,” said Dr. Michael P. O’Leary, Chairman of the B.A.A. Board.

Since 1992, Fleming has held a variety of positions within the organization, notably with the communications, marketing, and sponsorship departments, according to the B.A.A. He also served as Chief Operating Officer from 2017 through 2022.

“The B.A.A. has long been a leader in the sport of running and within Greater Boston,” Fleming wrote in a statement. “I have witnessed the unifying power that running can have in our community and look forward to a renewed and reenergized focus on our events, community initiatives, and programming. It is an honor to guide the Boston Athletic Association as we embark together on our next chapter, building upon our 135-year history.”

Tom Grilk served as CEO/Executive Director for the B.A.A. as well as President prior to Fleming.

“Jack’s contributions to the organization have been unprecedented, and we fully appreciate and understand his dedication and commitment to the B.A.A. as a whole. We have witnessed Jack’s continued growth since 1992, and his vision, enthusiasm, and knowledge make him perfect for this role,” O’Leary said.

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