Morffi Named Major League Wrestling Live Events Director
Rafael Morffi has joined Major League Wrestling as Senior Director of Live Events, succeeding Mike Kitlas.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Wrestling
Rafael Morffi has joined Major League Wrestling as Senior Director of Live Events, replacing Mike Kitlas, who held the post since 2019. Fightful Select reported Morffi's hiring, and he has already been in the role since last month.
Why it matters
The move places a veteran live-events executive in charge of production and touring for a national wrestling promotion. Morffi previously held a similar post at All Elite Wrestling, giving him direct experience in the sector.
Morffi was the first Vice President of Live Events & Touring at All Elite Wrestling and previously worked for WWE and TNA. Kitlas held the Major League Wrestling post for roughly six years before leaving.
The players
Rafael Morffi
Morffi is a veteran wrestling live-events executive who previously worked for WWE and TNA and was the first Vice President of Live Events & Touring at All Elite Wrestling.
Mike Kitlas
Kitlas led live events at Major League Wrestling as Senior Director from 2019 before departing the promotion.
Major League Wrestling
Major League Wrestling is an American professional wrestling promotion that stages live events and television content.
The details
Fightful Select reported that Morffi is Kitlas's replacement, while PWInsider revealed Kitlas's exit from Major League Wrestling. The changes come as the promotion reorganizes its live-events leadership.
Timeline
Late 2023: Morffi left All Elite Wrestling.
2019: Kitlas became Senior Director of Live Events at Major League Wrestling.
Last month: Morffi began his role at Major League Wrestling.
Season Trajectory
Executive moves like this one reflect the continued churn of live-events leadership among U.S. wrestling promotions, including WWE, TNA and All Elite Wrestling. The shift illustrates how veteran touring executives circulate between companies competing for the same talent and venues.
The change may affect which live shows and touring schedules Major League Wrestling stages across the United States. Fans attending MLW events could see differences in production and event planning under new leadership.
The takeaway
Leadership changes in live events often shape how a promotion builds its touring calendar and fan experience. Watching who fills these roles can signal where a company is headed next.
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