Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Thursday that Brian Rolapp, the league’s chief media and business officer, is leaving the NFL office to pursue other opportunities.
Career Overview
- Rolapp has spent over 22 years working for the NFL.
- He is expected to be named CEO of the PGA Tour, although exact details of his future plans have not been disclosed.
Context of Departure
- The news comes as NFL owners anticipate Commissioner Goodell to develop a succession plan.
- The reasons behind Rolapp’s decision to leave remain unclear.
Goodell stated in an email, "Brian has been an invaluable member of our team for over two decades." Rolapp’s departure signifies a significant change in leadership within the NFL office.
Responsibilities and Achievements
- Rolapp served as chief media and business officer under Commissioner Goodell for many years.
- He oversaw key initiatives, including:
- Digital expansion into China through a partnership with Tencent Holdings Ltd.
- Negotiating new deals with major companies such as:
- Amazon.com Inc.
- Apple Inc.
- NBCUniversal Inc.
- Fox Corp.’s Fox Sports unit
- DAZN Group Ltd.’s streaming service
Future Implications
- The NFL has not announced a replacement for Rolapp in his role.
- NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy declined to comment on potential changes within the communications department following Rolapp’s departure, stating, "We are grateful for all that Brian has done during his time here. His contributions have helped shape our approach across various areas including digital growth."
It remains uncertain how long it will take to fill Rolapp’s position at NFL headquarters, and there is no confirmation on whether anyone currently works under him or if they were informed about this change prior to today. Further information is being sought, but no additional comments have been made by the communications department at this time.
I’m Mark W. Lamplugh Jr., a visionary Chief Executive Officer, Board Member, and best-selling Author with over 25 years of experience driving significant revenue growth and optimizing ROI across the healthcare, wellness, and media industries. Throughout my career, I’ve consistently transformed underperforming operations into thriving ventures by building top-tier marketing organizations, implementing data-driven strategies, and leading transformational change. My empathetic, collaborative, and adaptable leadership style has allowed me to cultivate inclusive cultures of innovation, develop and retain top talent, and forge strong partnerships that fuel organizational success.
Adept in executive leadership, strategic business planning, and brand and marketing strategy, I have a proven track record of boosting annual revenues—achieving up to $1.3B in oncology over three years and generating $360M in mental health initiatives. My approach combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, as evidenced by my success in launching innovative facilities, expanding services for addiction and mental health care, and enhancing organizational brand visibility. As author of “The AI Marketing Playbook,” I contribute thought leadership on the integration of artificial intelligence in marketing, a role that showcases my commitment to staying at the forefront of industry innovation.
I also bring my insights and expertise to a broad audience as the host of cable tv & global streaming of “Street Level Marketing Show,” while my writing has been featured in major publications such as Entrepreneur, Business.com, The Startup, and Kivo Daily. Whether I’m implementing targeted digital marketing campaigns that engage over a million individuals monthly or overseeing multi-million dollar budgets to maximize return on investment, I approach every challenge with a combination of strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and unwavering dedication. Above all, I am passionate about expanding access to high-quality addiction and mental health care through innovative solutions that drive both patient outcomes and organizational growth.
Mark serves on the board of One World for Life, National Fire Heritage Center, and the Institute for Responder Wellness.
Mark (https://marklamplugh.com) is one of the top marketing executives in the United States and has revolutionized how companies reach potential clients thru influence, SEO, social, PR, and traditional marketing. His expertise in Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, and Public Relations has generated millions of dollars in revenue for several national companies. Mark documents many of his techniques in his book “Beginners Guide to Social & Digital Media.” and “Marketing Playbook for Social Media,” which was named the top 100 social media marketing books of all time by Book Authority. He’s also a professional advocate for the behavioral and mental health of firefighters and other first responders. Marks articles have been published in Better Marketing, Startup Magazine, Social Media Today, Kivo Daily, Biz Catalyst 360, Fire Engineering, Firehouse Magazine, and several others.
One of his companies, niches, are marketing products and services to the public safety industry and their employees, specifically mental & behavioral health services. He can be reached for comment at ceo@influencemediasolutions.com
23,000 #1 Connections, 40,000,000 US B2B Contacts and 300,000,000 B2b/B2C email contacts as well as 1,000,000+ monthly social media reach. https://marklamplugh.com
