Bridgetown, Barbados – Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced that Johnny Grave will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the end of October 2024. Grave has served as CEO since February 2017, a period during which he oversaw significant developments within the organization. Grave’s tenure included the successful hosting of three World Cups: the 2018 Women’s T20 World Cup, the 2022 Under-19 World Cup, and the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup, which was co-hosted with the United States. His leadership was also marked by navigating the organization through the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring the continuity of cricket operations during a period of global disruption.
Before joining CWI, Grave served as the commercial director at the Professional Cricketers’ Association (PCA) in England for nine years. His experience in cricket administration was instrumental in his role at CWI, where he implemented strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening the financial and operational stability of the organization. During his time as CEO, Grave emphasized the importance of financial sustainability and governance. Under his leadership, CWI reported significant surpluses for three consecutive years, reflecting a period of financial prudence and effective management. Additionally, the acquisition and full ownership of the Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) in Antigua, which now serves as the headquarters and home to the Men’s and Women’s Academies, was a notable achievement during his tenure. CWI President Kishore Shallow acknowledged Grave’s contributions, stating that his efforts had a lasting impact on the organization. Shallow highlighted the positive strides made under Grave’s leadership, particularly in terms of financial stability and infrastructure development.
