Chiefs CEO resigns from his role

Chiefs Rugby are set to have a new boss for next season as current CEO Andrew Flexman announces his decision to step down from the role after four years with the club.

"I have loved my time with the Chiefs, but it now feels like the right time to hand over the reins,” revealed Flexman.

“I would like to thank the board, staff, players, sponsors and stakeholders for making my time at the club rewarding and enjoyable.”

Flexman was appointed to the role in 2013 and has led the Hamilto-based franchise through the transition to private ownership and increased profitability.

He also helped form a unique high-performance partnership with Japanese club, the Kobelco Steelers, which has continued to see mutual benefit for both clubs' players and management, and has developed the Chiefs brand globally.