American football team New York Jets has appointed Iwao Fusillo as its first-ever Chief Data & Analytics Officer. Fusillo brings over two decades of experience in data and analytics leadership, having held senior roles at American Express, the National Football League (NFL), General Motors, PepsiCo, and EXL.

A seasoned executive, Fusillo is known for aligning data, IT, and business teams to drive organizational performance and achieve multi-fold returns on investment. He has led enterprise-wide data transformations, built high-performing analytics teams, and overseen strategic AI initiatives that enhance both business outcomes and customer experiences. He also holds a position on the CDO Magazine Global Board, showcasing his contributions to the field of data.

Reflecting on his new role, Fusillo said, “Full-circle moment! I’m so excited to join the organization that I grew up watching in Uniondale, Long Island, particularly at such a pivotal time for club sports. I’ll be leading our data and AI deployments to drive performance on the field, enhance fan engagement in the stands, and accelerate business growth across the front office. Here’s to the next chapter! J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets!”

In his new role, Fusillo will lead the Jets’ holistic data and AI roadmap, advise the executive leadership team, and manage a multidisciplinary analytics team to optimize on-field performance and front-office operations. His responsibilities also include implementing advanced AI technologies, enhancing fan engagement, and driving revenue growth across ticketing, marketing, and sponsorship initiatives.

Before joining the Jets, Fusillo served as Field Chief Data Officer at EXL, advising top client CDOs and Chief AI Officers on leveraging cutting-edge data management, analytics, and AI technologies. He has also led major data and analytics initiatives at PepsiCo, General Motors, the NFL, and American Express, overseeing cloud migrations, AI deployments, and enterprise-wide data integrations that transformed business outcomes and customer experiences.