Carlie Irsay-Gordon: The Future Face Of Colts Ownership After Jim Irsay’s Death

Jim Irsay, the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, passed away peacefully in his sleep at age 65 on Wednesday. The team announced the news in a statement. He is survived by his ex-wife, Meg Coyle, and their three daughters: Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson.

The Indianapolis Colts are starting a new chapter under fresh leadership that emphasizes legacy and family values. Following the recent passing of Jim Irsay, who owned the team for many years, his eldest daughter, Carlie Irsay-Gordon will become the new owner. She will work alongside her sisters, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson, as they embrace the important task of continuing their father’s vision for the team.

Who is Carlie Irsay-Gordon?

Carlie Irsay-Gordon is Jim Irsay’s eldest daughter and currently serves as vice chair and co-owner of the Indianapolis Colts. A top executive with the team since 2008, she has played a central role in its operations for over a decade.

Raised around the franchise, Irsay-Gordon studied religious studies and geoscience at Skidmore College. She is deeply involved in the team’s day-to-day operations, with a strong focus on football strategy, digital media, and community engagement. She also represents the Colts on various NFL committees.

After initially assuming leadership responsibilities in 2014, she again stepped into a leading role in 2018 during her father’s treatment and again in 2024 during his health-related absences.

Carlie now steps confidently into the leadership role her father always envisioned for her – one she already proved herself during Jim’s public personal and legal struggles.

Her Sisters, Kalen Jackson and Casey Foyt, also accomplished many things. Kalen Jackson, who joined the Clots in 2010, currently spreads the family’s mental health initiative and increases awareness around mental health disorders. On the other hand, the youngest sister, Casey Foyt, adds a global dimension to the Colts’ leadership team. After completing her degree in sports marketing at Indiana University, she began working at the NFL’s office in London. There, she played a key role in organizing the league’s first-ever regular-season game held outside of North America. Her skills and international experience have brought a fresh perspective to the Colts’ brand as it continues to grow and change.