Who is the new FAMU Athletic Director?

John Davis, a former Florida State University football player, has been appointed as the new Vice President and Athletic Director of Florida A&M University (FAMU).

How does FAMU's new Athletic Director John Davis plan to elevate the university's athletics program?

Davis expressed his intention to "leverage the knowledge" he has gained from various roles, including his experience as a collegiate student-athlete and advising on NIL policies, to "establish and advance a new trajectory for athletics at Florida A&M University."

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FAMU Appoints Veteran Leader John Davis as New Athletic Director

Q: What is the status of former FAMU Athletic Director Angela Suggs?

Despite the change in leadership, Angela Suggs will remain on FAMU's staff as the Special Assistant to the President for Athletics.

15 Nov

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Summary

FAMU names John Davis as new VP and Athletic Director
Davis brings over 30 years of executive experience
Former AD Angela Suggs remains on staff in new role

FAMU Appoints Veteran Leader John Davis as New Athletic Director

In a major transition for its athletic department, Florida A&M University (FAMU) has announced the appointment of John Davis as its new Vice President and Director of Athletics. Davis, a Pahokee native and former Florida State University football player, will assume the role on January 5, 2026, replacing the now-former Athletic Director Angela Suggs.

FAMU President Marva Johnson described Davis as a "dynamic and results-oriented leader" who will bring "more than three decades of executive experience in leading large-scale organizations" to the university. Davis, who previously served as the Florida Lottery's Secretary, expressed his excitement about the opportunity, stating that he intends to "leverage the knowledge" he has gained to "establish and advance a new trajectory for athletics at Florida A&M University."

Despite the change in leadership, Suggs will remain on FAMU's staff as the Special Assistant to the President for Athletics. The university cited Suggs' "wealth of experience in intercollegiate athletics administration and a comprehensive understanding of NCAA and [Southwestern Athletic Conference] regulations" as the reason for keeping her on board in this new role.

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