Rick LeLacheur makes a comeback as Edmonton Elks interim president and CEO – Edmonton | 24CA News
Rick LeLacheur is returning to the Green and Gold because the Edmonton Elks‘ president and CEO. LeLacheur, who beforehand held the title from 2002 to 2011, is returning as interim president and CEO efficient instantly.
The Elks introduced on Aug. 22 that LeLacheur, is rejoining the membership after most just lately serving as president of the B.C. Lions from 2018 to 2022. He will information the Elks till a brand new president and CEO is known as on a everlasting foundation earlier than the tip of 2023.
“Over the years I’ve been rewarded with great memories and friendships from my time working in the CFL, including during my decade as President and CEO in Edmonton. I was humbled when I was approached with this opportunity, as it’s a chance for me to repay in some small way everything the Green and Gold has given me over the years,” LeLacheur mentioned.
During LeLacheur’s first tenure with the Green and Gold, he helped lead the membership to Grey Cup championships in 2003 and 2005, and in addition hosted a pair of extremely profitable Grey Cup Festivals in 2002 and 2010. His duties additionally included serving as an alternate on the CFL board of governors in addition to chairman of the CFL’s audit committee and a member of the league’s government committee.
“As we began the process of searching for an interim President and CEO, Rick’s name was at the top of our list. His tremendous passion for the Club, proven track record, and the respect he holds from his peers across the CFL made him the perfect candidate. He’s the right person to lead our staff during this pivotal period in the Club’s history,” EE Football Club board of administrators chair Tom Richards mentioned.
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