What They Are Saying About Jon Gilbert

"This is absolutely a home-run hire for East Carolina to name Jon Gilbert as athletics director. He is an incredibly sharp administrator and will make an immense impact on ECU's athletic programs and student-athletes. Jon was instrumental in laying the foundation for the resurgence of our basketball program here at Tennessee. During the years we worked with one another, I was extremely impressed with his approach to achieving excellence. Jon is very thoughtful and deliberate with every decision he makes. No detail goes unnoticed. He knows what it takes to build world-class programs that are student-athlete centered. He's the total package and a star in this profession. I couldn't be happier for Jon and his family. The future is very bright for East Carolina."

Rick Barnes
Men's Basketball Coach
University of Tennessee

"Superb hire! The vision to bring Jon Gilbert to East Carolina University is a game-changing move. Congratulations to Chancellor Staton on attracting this rising star to campus. I've been fortunate to know Jon for many years and can confidently say people will come to truly love him and his family like his friends do. He's a man of great passion and integrity. He lives by his core values and is committed to advocating for the very best for all those he represents ... especially the student-athletes. His leadership style will connect, engage and energize the various stakeholders of the ECU community in the efforts to pursue mission critical objectives for the future success of the Athletics program. Get ready Pirates ... you've got a great one coming aboard!"

Joseph R Castiglione
Vice President and Director of Athletics
University of Oklahoma

"Jon has long been considered one of the finest athletic administrators and his inclusive leadership style will benefit East Carolina University.'

Pete Derzis
Senior VP for College Sports Programming & Events
ESPN

"Throughout my collegiate athletics travels, I have had the pleasure of meeting Jon Gilbert. Jon is an excellent hire for East Carolina. He is an authentic communicator who cares deeply about the student-athlete experience. Pirate Nation is fortunate to have Jon at the helm."

Maria Taylor
ESPN Analyst/Reporter

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