Cleveland Browns president Alec Scheiner will step down from his role with the organization at the end of the March.
The Browns announced the news via the team website on Friday.
“We greatly appreciate Alec’s commitment and work as President of the Cleveland Browns,” said Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. “Alec is extremely capable and has helped us establish some very positive inroads with a significant focus on our fan experience, FirstEnergy Stadium and our business partners. He was integral to the rebuild of our organization, the renovations of our stadium and training facility, and many of our strategies on the football side of our business.”
Scheiner became the team president in 2013. He will continue to serve as a consultant for the franchise beyond March 31, 2016.
The team did not give a reason as to why Scheiner was stepping down. But, as 92.3 The Fan noted, while he assisted in the hiring of Rob Chudzinski and Mike Pettine, he was not involved in the Browns latest coaching and front office search.
"I have had an incredible experience with the Browns," Scheiner said. "Cleveland is amazing and the fans are uniquely passionate. I want to thank Dee and Jimmy Haslam for the opportunity to do what I truly love: rebuilding an organization with a group of people who have shown unparalleled hard work, commitment to their team and city. I look forward to helping the Browns over the next several months as I determine my next challenge."
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