The QRL have confirmed Ben Ikin has resigned from his post as CEO, effective at the end of July.<\/p>\n
It means Ikin, who has been in the role for almost three years and has been instrumental in the way the Maroons<\/a> have been run over that time, will see out this year’s State of Origin<\/a> series before moving on.<\/p>\n A big supporter of coach Billy Slater<\/a>, Ikin has also been involved in strengtehning the game right across Queensland.<\/p>\n The QRL said he had accepted a role in another industry, with QRL Chairman Brian Canavan paying tribute to Ikin’s time within Queensland Rugby League<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cBen’s leadership has placed the QRL in a very strong position in the sporting landscape and our on-going strategies and programs are well advanced,\u201d Canavan said.<\/p>\n The 49-year-old played 150 games during his career, and represented Queensland on 17 occasions between 1995 and 2003.<\/p>\n The former TV personality with Fox Sports will remain involved with the Maroons<\/a> Foundation, and said he had enjoyed his time with the QRL.<\/p>\n \u201cI have thoroughly enjoyed my time working at the QRL,\u201d Ikin said.<\/p>\n \u201cI’ve met so many great people and created some incredible memories, I leave feeling very grateful.\u201d<\/p>\n