St Johnstone chairman Steve Brown to step down at end of season
Brown has overseen the most successful period in the club's history
St Johnstone chairman Steve Brown will stand down from his role at the end of the season.
Brown has occupied the role at McDiarmid Park helm for 11 years and has overseen the most successful period in the club's history.
The Perth side won the Scottish Cup in 2014, the domestic cup double in 2021 and have been ever-present in the top-flight during his spell.
Charlie Fraser will also be stepping down as vice-chairman at the same time after eight years in the position.
Speaking to St Johnstone's official website, Brown said: "As a life-long St Johnstone supporter, it has been an honour to be a part of this great football club.
"During my time on the board, and as chairman, I've always given 100-percent and tried to do what was best for St Johnstone.
"We've had some great times and the cup successes in 2014 and 2021 will never leave me.
"We've played in European football and we've had many, many top six finishes.
"But I feel the time is right to stand down as chairman and I will go on May 31st of next year.
"This has been on my mind for some time. But when Covid-19 struck in March 2020 there was no way I could have stepped down then.
"I had to stay because I had a responsibility to the Football Club and to stand by it. It was an extremely challenging period and we needed sustained stability.
"The double cup win came the following season from Callum and the players and that was just amazing.
"Last season presented different challenges and it was all hands on deck to preserve our SPFL Premiership status.
"Now, I look around and see stability, on and off the park. We have some excellent people working here. The football club is in a really good place in many aspects.
"So, after 18 years on the Board, 11 of which as chairman, it is the right time.
"I will not be staying on as a director. However, I will always be available if anyone at the football club ever needs me. I'm only a phone call away should any guidance be required.
"I will remain a Saints supporter. That will never change. And I'd also like to place on record my sincere thanks to our loyal fans for the backing they've given me during my tenure."