Gillon McLachlan is reportedly planning to quit as AFL CEO. AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has announced he will stand down from his role at the end of the current season. Gillon Mclachlan To Leave Afl Ceo Role Angola News Gillon McLachlan with Wife. . Sometimes we seem to expect more of them. Gillon McLachlan Chief Executive Officer of the AFL poses for a photograph with children Sydney Edie Cleo Luna and wife Laura speaks to media after announcing he will step down from his role. GILLON McLachlan will be standing down as AFL chief executive at the end of the year. Gillon McLachlan to leave AFL CEO role after 8 years 25 Images Gillon McLachlan to leave AFL CEO role after 8 years April 12 2022 1153am 1 25 MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 25. His net worth will be surely in millions. Whoever takes the baton from him - and the favourites all are from within footy - Gillon McLachlan has made an indelible mark.