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Sheedy Laments Essendon’s Talent Drain; Star Saints Forward Has Further Surgery; More Key Changes for Bombers
Craig Vozzo cites family and personal reflection after three years as Essendon CEO, with COO Nick Ryan acting as interim CEO and consultancy role options explored.
- Craig Vozzo confirmed his decision to step down as Essendon chief executive after three years, with the club confirming he would inform staff on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
- Craig Vozzo said he made the decision to prioritise family after returning to South Australia following the AFLW season and men's draft, noting his initial three-year contract was ending.
- A former West Coast head of football, Craig Vozzo arrived at Essendon in 2022 and was credited with reshaping the AFL and AFLW programs while strengthening operations and facilities.
- Chief operating officer Nick Ryan will act as interim CEO while the Essendon board searches for a permanent replacement, and the club is exploring retaining Craig Vozzo as a part-time consultant.
- The move adds to leadership instability following rapid CEO turnovers as former Essendon president David Barham quit and Andrew Welsh replaced him amid a tough 15th-place finish.
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The Canberra Times+2 Reposted by 2 other sources
More change at Essendon after difficult 2025
Essendon chief executive Craig Vozzo has elected to quit his position and return to living in his home...
·Canberra, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald+3 Reposted by 3 other sources
Sheedy laments Essendon’s talent drain; Star Saints forward has further surgery; more key changes for Bombers
Essendon chief executive Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years. The Bombers also announced change on the field, with Andrew McGrath to replace Zach Merrett as captain following Merrett’s failed bid to be traded to Hawthorn.
·Sydney, Australia
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