Motherwell appoint former St Mirren chief Brian Caldwell as new CEO

Motherwell have appointed former St Mirren chief executive Brian Caldwell as the club’s new CEO.

The Steelmen have appointed the former Shrewsbury Town and Ayr United chief to replace Alan Burrows who left for Aberdeen in February 2023.

Caldwell will join the club on Tuesday, April 2, after leaving Shrewsbury in May last year.

He replaces Derek Weir who undertook duties on an interim basis.

Chairman Jim McMahon said: “I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Brian to Motherwell.

“As one of the most experienced football chief executives who has worked in both Scotland and England, we feel Brian will be a huge asset to Motherwell football club.

“The board and the Well Society are all looking forward to working closely with Brian when he starts in a couple weeks.

“I also want to record my personal thanks to Derek Weir for stepping into the CEO role last year.

“Derek has now been involved with the club in various roles for over 14 years.

“We are extremely grateful for the time commitment and the significant contribution he has made to the club during that period.”

Brian Caldwell added: “I know how important Motherwell football club is to the local community, the fans and generations of families who support the club.

“I am delighted to be joining and to be part of the exciting future that Motherwell football club have in front of them.”