‘It has been a tremendous honour’ – British Cycling CEO to leave in summer 2026

British Cycling CEO Jon Dutton will leave his current role this summer to become the new CEO of the British Olympic Association (BOA), it was announced on Monday.

Dutton took over at British Cycling in April 2023, and has since guided the governing body to income growth at a time of declining membership.

“It has been a tremendous honour to lead British Cycling through such an important and ambitious period of change,” Dutton said in a press release.

“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together – strengthening our organisation, delivering meaningful impact in communities, and laying foundations that will support the sport for many years to come.

“The decision to move on was made with careful consideration, but the opportunity to lead Team GB presents an exciting new challenge. To take on one of the most coveted and impactful roles in British sport is a privilege and I look forward to joining colleagues at the BOA at a pivotal and exciting time for the organisation as plans continue to build towards the Los Angeles 2028, French Alps 2030 and beyond.”

Dutton’s legacy at British Cycling includes the “game-changing” title sponsor deal he helped sign with Lloyds in 2024. Thanks to this partnership, and other commercial deals, the organisation achieved its first financial surplus in four years in 2025.

In 2024, Dutton oversaw the governing body’s move to rescue the men’s and women’s Tours of Britain after the previous organiser went into liquidation. He is also said to have played a “fundamental role” in securing the UK’s Tour de France Grands Départs for 2027.

Dutton’s British Cycling tenure coincided too with more controversial issues. A month after he joined as CEO, the organisation announced a new policy that stopped transgender women from competing in female racing categories. He has likewise faced questions and protests about British Cycling’s partnership with oil and gas giant Shell, which began before he joined.

Contacted by Cycling Weekly, a spokesperson for British Cycling said the governing body will recruit for Dutton’s successor in due course. This will lead to the appointment of a fifth CEO in a decade.

Commenting on Dutton’s departure, Frank Slevin, chair of British Cycling said: “During his tenure at British Cycling, Jon has delivered a significant programme of change – including the publication of our bold new strategy in 2024, securing a new lead commercial partner in Lloyds and continuing our programme of modernisation.

“The organisation is now better equipped to serve its members, support elite performance, and grow participation at every level across the country than at any point in recent memory.”

Dutton’s appointment to the BOA comes after former CEO Andy Anson stepped down in October 2025. He will still work closely with British Cycling as part of Team GB.