Archery Executive
Greg Easton
Elected President of World Archery

GWANGJU, Republic of Korea (September 3, 2025) – Greg Easton, President and Chairman of the Board of Jas D. Easton Inc., has been elected President of World Archery during the World Archery Congress in Gwangju, Korea. Easton received 208 of 304 votes (68% of total votes), and will succeed outgoing President Prof. Dr. Ugur Erdener, serving a four-year term from 2025 to 2029.

Easton becomes only the second American to lead World Archery, bringing with him decades of leadership in both the sports and business arenas. He has held key roles on the World Archery Executive Board, served as President of the USA Archery Foundation, and served on the Board of USA Archery and the National Field Archery Association Foundation. As CEO and Chairman of Jas. D. Easton, Inc., he has continued the company’s legacy of innovation and excellence in sports equipment manufacturing. Coupled with his deep passion for archery, his background uniquely positions him to guide World Archery into a new era of growth and opportunity.

Known for his lifelong commitment to the sport, Easton assumes the presidency with a clear vision to advance archery worldwide under his guiding principle “Together & On Point.” His priorities include collaboration with athletes, member associations, and partners to ensure the sport thrives globally while maximizing the unique opportunities presented by the upcoming LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“I am deeply honored to be entrusted with this role and grateful for the confidence of our member associations,” said Easton. “Archery has shaped my life. From competing as an athlete to watching my family’s commitment to its growth and seeing how it inspires discipline, focus, and community firsthand. This passion has stayed with me personally and professionally throughout my life. As President of World Archery, I want to ensure that the same sense of opportunity reaches athletes and spectators everywhere.

“Together, we will build on our strong foundation to grow the sport, support athletes, and make archery more visible, more accessible, and more inspiring for future generations around the world,” he added.

The World Archery Congress in Gwangju, held alongside the Hyundai World Archery Championships, brought together delegates representing member federations from around the world to decide on key leadership and governance matters that will shape World Archery’s next four years. Easton will officially assume the presidency at the close of congress, marking the beginning of his service to the global archery community.