NCAA Executive and Leadership Team

Eng.Benedict Adeyileka, the AG Director General and Chief Executive Officer Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) at NCAA, directs all regulatory frameworks governing aviation safety and operational compliance. Overseeing complex technical standards, the AG Director General and Chief Executive Officer Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) ensures alignment with international safety protocols across the aviation sector. This leadership role involves managing high-stakes interactions with government bodies and industry stakeholders to maintain rigorous safety benchmarks. By optimizing regulatory oversight, Eng.Benedict Adeyileka directly impacts the stability and growth of the aviation industry. Adeyileka secures long-term operational integrity through proactive policy implementation and strategic resource allocation. The AG Director General and Chief Executive Officer Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) maintains a focus on continuous improvement, ensuring that all aviation activities meet the highest safety requirements while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability within the organization.

Anna Economon, the President & Uh Student & Advisory Committee Athlete (Saac) at NCAA, directs advocacy efforts for student-athletes to ensure academic and athletic success. Overseeing committee initiatives, the President & Uh Student & Advisory Committee Athlete (Saac) ensures alignment with the needs of the student-athlete population. This leadership role involves representing athlete interests to the board and facilitating communication between students and administration. By championing student-athlete welfare, Anna Economon directly impacts the quality of the collegiate experience. Economon secures long-term engagement through active participation in policy discussions and the promotion of student-athlete rights. The President & Uh Student & Advisory Committee Athlete (Saac) maintains a focus on inclusive representation, ensuring that the voices of student-athletes remain central to the decision-making processes that shape the future of collegiate sports and academic support systems within the organization.

Caleb Schreiber, the President at NCAA, directs institutional strategy and oversees the implementation of programs designed to enhance the student-athlete experience. Overseeing regional outreach, the President ensures alignment with the mission of providing pathways to higher education. This leadership role involves managing relationships with member institutions and fostering growth in academic support services. By optimizing program delivery, Caleb Schreiber directly impacts the success of student-athletes in their academic and athletic endeavors. Schreiber secures long-term institutional stability through effective leadership and the promotion of core values. The President maintains a focus on strategic development, ensuring that all initiatives support the overarching goals of the association while driving excellence in collegiate sports and academic achievement across the diverse landscape of member institutions and athletic programs throughout the country.

Julia McNeley, the JMU SAAC Co-President at NCAA, directs student-athlete engagement and promotes community involvement within the athletic department. Overseeing local advocacy efforts, the JMU SAAC Co-President ensures alignment with the broader mission of supporting student-athlete development. This leadership role involves organizing events that foster academic success and personal growth for student-athletes. By facilitating communication between athletes and the administration, Julia McNeley directly impacts the campus culture. McNeley secures long-term success through the implementation of programs that enhance the student-athlete experience. The JMU SAAC Co-President maintains a focus on student-athlete welfare, ensuring that all activities contribute to a supportive environment where athletes can thrive both in the classroom and on the field, ultimately strengthening the connection between the student-athlete community and the institution.

Lekh Desai, the President at NCAA, directs the development of academic support frameworks and oversees the integration of athletic programs with educational goals. Overseeing strategic partnerships, the President ensures alignment with the mission of providing pathways to higher education for student-athletes. This leadership role involves managing complex stakeholder relationships and driving initiatives that promote academic excellence. By optimizing support services, Lekh Desai directly impacts the graduation rates and career readiness of student-athletes. Desai secures long-term success through the promotion of innovative educational strategies. The President maintains a focus on institutional impact, ensuring that all programs are designed to maximize the potential of student-athletes while upholding the integrity of collegiate sports and fostering a culture of academic achievement across the entire organization.

Eleanor Bernas, the President at NCAA, directs the expansion of athletic opportunities and oversees the implementation of policies that support student-athlete well-being. Overseeing organizational growth, the President ensures alignment with the mission of providing pathways to higher education. This leadership role involves managing high-level strategic planning and facilitating collaboration between member institutions. By optimizing the athletic landscape, Eleanor Bernas directly impacts the quality of the student-athlete experience. Bernas secures long-term sustainability through the promotion of equitable practices and the advancement of academic standards. The President maintains a focus on strategic vision, ensuring that all initiatives support the overarching goals of the association while driving excellence in collegiate sports and academic achievement across the diverse landscape of member institutions and athletic programs throughout the country.

Naomi Alvarez, the SAAC Co-President at NCAA, directs student-athlete representation and oversees the development of initiatives that promote athlete welfare. Overseeing committee operations, the SAAC Co-President ensures alignment with the mission of supporting student-athletes in their academic and athletic pursuits. This leadership role involves facilitating dialogue between student-athletes and the administration to address key issues. By championing the needs of the student-athlete population, Naomi Alvarez directly impacts the quality of the collegiate experience. Alvarez secures long-term engagement through the promotion of inclusive practices and the development of support programs. The SAAC Co-President maintains a focus on student-athlete advocacy, ensuring that all activities contribute to a supportive environment where athletes can thrive both in the classroom and on the field, ultimately strengthening the connection between the student-athlete community and the institution.

Luke Butler, the President, The of The of America (United States) at NCAA, directs national initiatives and oversees the implementation of programs that support student-athletes across the country. Overseeing broad market reach, the President, The of The of America (United States) ensures alignment with the mission of providing pathways to higher education. This leadership role involves managing relationships with national stakeholders and driving strategic growth. By optimizing national program delivery, Luke Butler directly impacts the success of student-athletes in their academic and athletic endeavors. Butler secures long-term institutional stability through effective leadership and the promotion of core values. The President, The of The of America (United States) maintains a focus on strategic development, ensuring that all initiatives support the overarching goals of the association while driving excellence in collegiate sports and academic achievement across the diverse landscape of member institutions.

Emma Goldsmith, the President, State (Sacramento) at NCAA, directs regional operations and oversees the implementation of programs that support student-athletes within the state. Overseeing regional outreach, the President, State (Sacramento) ensures alignment with the mission of providing pathways to higher education. This leadership role involves managing relationships with local institutions and fostering growth in academic support services. By optimizing regional program delivery, Emma Goldsmith directly impacts the success of student-athletes in their academic and athletic endeavors. Goldsmith secures long-term institutional stability through effective leadership and the promotion of core values. The President, State (Sacramento) maintains a focus on strategic development, ensuring that all initiatives support the overarching goals of the association while driving excellence in collegiate sports and academic achievement across the diverse landscape of member institutions and athletic programs throughout the region.

Cari Klecka, the Chief of Staff at NCAA, directs internal administrative operations and coordinates strategic initiatives across the organization. Overseeing cross-departmental workflows, the Chief of Staff ensures alignment with the core mission of supporting student-athletes in academic and athletic pursuits. This leadership role involves managing executive communications and facilitating decision-making processes for the senior leadership team. By streamlining organizational efficiency, Cari Klecka directly impacts the ability of the institution to provide pathways to higher education. Klecka secures operational success through meticulous planning and the execution of key institutional projects. The Chief of Staff maintains a focus on organizational health, ensuring that all internal processes support the broader goals of the association while fostering a collaborative environment that empowers staff to deliver high-quality services to member institutions and student-athletes across the country.