Jack Fleming (left) pictured here with the Mayor of Athens, Greece, Kostas Bakoyannis, has been appointed President and CEO of the Boston Athletic Association. Mr. Fleming has been the acting CEO since May 1, and has spent more than 30 years in various roles with the B.A.A.

“We applaud the decision and wish Jack much success,” said Tim Kilduff, President of the 26.2 Foundation. “He is the right person at the right time,” he added.

The B.A.A. manages the Boston Marathon.