'Very difficult decision' - Glasgow Warriors chief to step down after eight year Scotstoun association

It will bring to an end an eight year association with the Scotstoun club for the 54-year-old which first began in 2018. He worked across multiple positions including team manager and head of operations before taking on his latest role last year.

Having previously held roles with Scottish Rugby and Premiership Rugby, Brown was initially given the job on an interim basis in September 2025 following Al Kellock’s departure to become Scottish Rugby head of performance pathways. He was confirmed in the role on a permanent basis earlier this year in March 2026.

“I have loved my time at the club” - Glasgow Warriors managing director leaving Scotstoun for role in Australia

“Leaving Glasgow Warriors has been a very difficult decision for me to make,” said Brown, who is leaving to take up a new opportunity with his family in Australia. “Over the last seven years, I have loved my time at the club.

“Growing up in the west of Scotland, I have always had a real passion and attachment to Glasgow Warriors which will stay with me forever. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved during my time here. Glasgow Warriors is in a strong position, with a talented squad and a group of people working tirelessly behind the scenes to help the club succeed.

“It has been a real team effort, and I have relied on the support of our players, coaches, staff, commercial partners and supporters throughout my time here. I want to thank everyone for their commitment and hard work, and for making Glasgow Warriors such a special club to be part of.

“While I am excited about what lies ahead for my family and me, I will leave with enormous pride in what we have accomplished together and will always look back on my time at Glasgow Warriors with great affection.”

Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith commented: “Kenny has been a tremendous support to me and the coaching team, and I have really valued the relationship we have built over the last few years. He understands the demands of professional rugby and the importance of creating the right environment for our players and staff to perform.

“He has always been committed to helping the team and the wider club achieve its ambitions, and I am grateful for everything he has done to support us. Of course, we are disappointed to be losing Kenny, but this is an exciting opportunity for him and his family, and we wish them every happiness as they begin this next chapter. He leaves with our very best wishes and with the respect and affection of everyone at the club.”

Scottish Rugby interim CEO David White added: “Kenny has made a significant contribution to Glasgow Warriors over many years, and his appointment as Managing Director was a natural progression following his outstanding service to the club in a number of roles.

“While we will be sorry to see Kenny leave, we are fully supportive of his decision and want to see our people take opportunities that are right for them and their families. That is an important part of the culture we want to build across Scottish Rugby, and we wish Kenny and his family every happiness as they start this next chapter."

Warriors have confirmed they will work closely with Brown over the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition ahead of his departure at the end of December. Further details on recruitment for his successor are due to be communicated in due course.

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