HYMIE ELHAI (pronounced HI-me EL-hi) begins his seventh season as the president of the New York Jets after his appointment in 2019. Now in his 26th year with the team, Elhai's impact is felt throughout the organization.

Under Elhai, who has garnered League and industry respect by his peers during his tenure, the Jets have solidified their business staff's senior leadership, as he oversees all team business operations. Elhai's leadership has helped the Jets reach unprecedented growth through all aspects of the business, including sponsorship, sales, and content, leading to several organizational accolades and industry recognitions, including a 2023 NJBIZ Best Places to Work honor. Entrusted by Chairman Robert Wood Johnson, Elhai has helped form the foundation that has moved the Jets toward their goal of being a sustained, winning, and innovative franchise on and off the field.

Elhai has remained committed to redefining the organization through his steady hand of leadership and strategic planning, by setting clear goals and a mission that fosters a cohesive environment and a standard of excellence. To that end, this offseason, Elhai worked closely with team ownership on the search process that led to the hires of Head Coach Aaron Glenn and General Manager Darren Mougey, signifying a new era for the team. Elhai has played a pivotal role in facilitating a seamless transition for the newly hired football leadership, ensuring organizational alignment across ownership, football operations, and the business staff.

Throughout his tenure as President, Elhai has prioritized organizational efficiency by fostering and encouraging cross-departmental collaboration. He recognizes that the mission extends beyond internal operations alone, placing a strong emphasis on business initiatives that elevate fan engagement and deliver a more personalized fan experience.

In partnership with the New York Giants and MetLife Stadium, Elhai helps oversee MetLife Stadium, the home of the Jets and the host of premier events including the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. He played a pivotal role in the building's naming rights deal, a 25-year agreement established in 2011. The venue has been named the "Highest Grossing Stadium of the Year" nine times by Billboard during Elhai's tenure, the most by any stadium in the world since its opening in 2010.

Ahead of the 2024 season, Elhai oversaw the launch of the organization's rebrand, featuring three versions of the new "Legacy Collection" uniforms, in addition to updated primary and secondary logos. Throughout the process, Elhai emphasized a commitment to progress, remaining innovative, and delivering excellence to players and fans with a timeless look that honor's the team's heritage.

Elhai originally started with the organization as an intern in 2000 and has since held a variety of leadership positions, culminating in his appointment as team president. Most recently, he served as the club's senior vice president, business affairs and general counsel, where he was responsible for all legal aspects of the team, including sponsorship, licensing, event, digital media, production and broadcasting agreements, and all employment related matters. Additionally, in that capacity, Elhai helped the football administration on all planning initiatives.

A Sports Business Journal Forty Under 40 honoree, Elhai received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Rutgers School of Law at their Alumni Recognition Gala in October 2021. He currently serves as a member of the NFL's CBA player benefits plans committee.

Elhai is a graduate of Rutgers Law School and The Johns Hopkins University.