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Ted Crews was named special advisor to the President/CEO & chief administrative officer on April 17, 2024. Crews oversees all corporate and football communications, as well as the digital and social media, content and production and brand creative departments. He works closely with President/CEO Kevin Warren and the executive leadership team to enhance the Bears' brand initiatives, streamline operations and ensure consistent messaging internally and externally. Prior to his time in Chicago, Crews spent 12 years with the Kansas City Chiefs, where he oversaw numerous high-profile and progressive organizational projects and played an integral role during the team's three Super Bowl championships - LIV (2020), LVII (2023), and LVIII (2024).

Ted Crews was named special advisor to the President/CEO & chief administrative officer on April 17, 2024. In his new role, Crews oversees all corporate and football communications, as well as the digital and social media, content and production and brand creative departments. He work closelys with President/CEO Kevin Warren and the executive leadership team to enhance the Bears' brand initiatives, streamline operations and ensure consistent messaging internally and externally. Prior to his time in Chicago, Crews spent 12 years with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Crews' career began at the Carolina Panthers, where he honed his skills in media relations, initially entering the NFL as an intern before quickly rising through the ranks to media relations assistant. His journey continued with significant roles at the Atlanta Falcons as football communications manager, and at the St. Louis Rams as senior director of communications, where he led all football-related communication efforts.

His tenure with the Chiefs began in 2012 as vice president of communications, leading to a promotion to executive vice president of communications. Crews led the team in evolving its communication strategy, oversaw numerous high-profile and progressive organizational projects and played an integral role during the Chiefs' three Super Bowl championships - LIV (2020), LVII (2023), and LVIII (2024).

Crews has been at the forefront of strategic communication developments within the NFL, demonstrating a keen ability to manage complex initiatives and lead teams under high pressure. His achievements include establishing a corporate communications department at the Chiefs aimed at enhancing business operation communications and implementing innovative strategies that have significantly impacted the NFL's approach to public relations and media engagement. Crews' leadership was also pivotal in the communication strategy surrounding the naming rights agreement for GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium and the launch of Chiefs Fit fitness centers.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Crews' commitment to excellence has been recognized through numerous accolades, including invitations by the NFL to serve as a captain on the NFL's Super Bowl public relations staff ten times and honors from the Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation for his outstanding work and success as an African American executive in the NFL. Crews' educational background from South Carolina State University, where he received the Distinguished Young Alumnus Award, underscores his dedication to both his professional and personal growth.