TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) has named John F. Davis, a veteran business and government leader, as its next vice president and director of athletics, signaling what President Marva Johnson calls “a new era of innovation, fiscal discipline, and transformational leadership” for Rattler Athletics. Davis will officially begin his role on January 5, 2026.
In a dual announcement, Angela Suggs, a respected FAMU alumna and former athletic administrator, will return to campus as special assistant to the president and advisor for Intercollegiate Athletics. She began her new role on November 10. Interim AD Michael Smith will continue to guide the department through the transition.
Business Leadership Meets HBCU Athletics
President Johnson said Davis’ record of managing complex organizations and driving measurable growth made him an ideal fit to lead FAMU Athletics in an evolving collegiate landscape shaped by NIL, realignment, and rising financial pressures.
“John Davis is a dynamic and results-oriented leader who brings more than three decades of executive experience in leading large-scale organizations, building high-performing teams, and driving strategic growth across Florida,” Johnson said. “His broad leadership experience and business acumen will ensure that FAMU remains a model of integrity, innovation, and opportunity.”…