• AFL executives Lethlean and Simkiss resign
• Read Gillon McLachlan's full statement
• Read Simon Lethlean's full statement

ON FRIDAY, Gillon McLachlan and the AFL Commission accepted my resignation as GM commercial operations. 

I have apologised to Gillon and to my colleagues for a serious lapse of judgement that has hurt many people, including my family.

My actions did not live up to the values of the AFL and is something I am truly sorry for.

I know that I have let people down. Our industry is on a journey of change, and I can't let my actions halt or damage that journey.

It has been a privilege working for the game, and I have had the opportunity to work with many great people across both AFL clubs and partners.

I have taken responsibility for my actions at work, and ask for privacy to take the time to focus on earning back the respect of my family, to whom I owe everything. 

I hope that, in time, my work for the AFL in delivering commercial strength to the game for the benefit of fans, clubs and corporate partners will be remembered.