Brian Rolapp, currently serving as the NFL’s Chief Media and Business Officer, is reportedly set to become the CEO of the PGA Tour.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the PGA Tour is hiring the longtime NFL’s executive vice president and chief media and business officer, Brian Rolapp, to become its new CEO.
Brian Rolapp, who some consider a potential successor to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, spent 22 years with the NFL in various positions.
Brian Rolapp has been named PGA Tour CEO after 22 years as an NFL executive, FOS has confirmed.
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) June 12, 2025
Rolapp was considered a potential successor to Roger Goodell. pic.twitter.com/GU6Ut48yry
Adam Schefter said,
“Goodell sent a memo today to all team executives and presidents to notify them of Rolapp’s departure from the NFL,”
Although Brian Rolapp has yet to confirm his departure from the NFL, the news of his appointment as CEO of the PGA Tour has made headlines, capturing the attention of millions.
Many are now curious to learn more about his family and personal life, as the veteran NFL executive has maintained a low profile and has shared little about his personal affairs.
Besides his professional journey, Brian Rolapp is a devoted husband to his longtime wife, Cindy Rolapp.
Like her husband, Cindy prefers to maintain a private life and has shared little about her personal and professional background. However, both are alumni of Brigham Young University and likely began dating during their time there.
Cindy Rolapp’s Facebook also displays that she attended New Canaan High School.
Similarly, Brian and his wife, Cindy Rolapp, have been members of the National Advisory Council at the Marriott School of Business at their alma mater, Brigham Young University (BYU), since 2016.
Brian Rolapp And His Wife, Cindy Rolapp, Are Proud Parents Of Four Children
Brian Rolapp and his wife of many years, Cindy, not only stand as unwavering supporters for one another but also share the joy of raising four wonderful children: three sons—Ben, Andrew “Drew,” and Will—and a daughter, Catherine.
The couple raised all four of their children in Darien, Connecticut.
Although very little information is available about Will and Drew, their two kids, Catherine and Ben, are excelling in their respective fields.
Brian and Cindy’s son, Ben Rolapp, is an exceptional athlete, currently showcasing his skills as a quarterback for Brunswick School’s men’s football team. He is set to graduate in 2027.
He announced his transfer to Brunswick School in Greenwich, CT in 2025 after remarkable performances at Darien High School.
Ben Rolapp made a name for himself in both football and lacrosse. As the starting quarterback for Darien High School, he led the team to back-to-back runner-up finishes in the CIAC Class L football championship.
In his senior season, Rolapp threw for over 2,500 yards and 34 touchdowns, while also rushing for over 500 yards and 14 touchdowns. His efforts earned him Third Team All-State honors.
A versatile athlete, he also played varsity lacrosse at Darien High School from 2022 to 2024.
Brian and Cindy’s daughter, Catherine Rolapp, is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Management at her parents’ alma mater, BYU, and is expected to graduate in May 2026.
At BYU, Catherine is involved in several activities and is a member of the Business Strategy Society, serving as a Teaching Assistant for the Marriott School of Business.
Similarly, Catherine Rolapp has been serving as a digital media intern for the NBA since January 2025.
Prior to that, she was a commercial strategy intern at Warner Bros. Discovery and an accounting analyst at National Chemical.
Before enrolling at BYU, Catherine attended Darien High School, where she was a National Honor Society member and a standout tennis player, capturing the state championship title in 2022.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Brian Rolapp earned his bachelor’s degree in English from Brigham Young University (BYU) and his MBA from Harvard Business School.
- He began his professional career as an analyst at CIBC World Markets for their Media and Entertainment Group.
- In 200, Rolapp joined NBC Universal as the Director of Business Development in New York City.
