NEW YORK (1010 WINS/WCBS 880) – The New York Mets announced Thursday that Keechant Sewell, the former NYPD commissioner, is joining the organization to oversee safety and guest experience, marking her first role in the private sector.
Sewell is set to start her new role on Nov. 27, as she transitions from her law enforcement career to the world of sports.
"Keechant's expertise in public service, law and safety, as well as collaboration with the public, will allow us to take our Security and Guest Experience to the next level," said Katie Haas, the Mets' executive vice president of ballpark operations and experience.
The role is described to be a newly created position.
"I am excited to join the Mets for my first private sector role," Sewell said in a statement released on Thursday. "The opportunity to bring my passions of community building and public safety to the Mets is truly a dream job."
The former commissioner's departure from the NYPD in June came after an 18-month tenure marked by a mixed legacy.
Sewell was the first woman to lead the largest police department in the United States.
Her resignation was publicized through a memo to the NYPD staff, where she highlighted her continued advocacy for the NYPD and the people of New York City.
"While my time here will come to a close, I will never step away from my advocacy and support for the NYPD, and I will always be a champion for the people of New York City," Sewell stated in the memo.
