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Where Will Future Sports Leaders Come From? Tech and tradition are colliding in sports like never before. From AR transforming fan experiences to AI driving performance analytics, the game is evolving, and so are the leaders shaping it. Take a club reimagining fan engagement. They might need a Chief Innovation Officer or Head of Digital Transformation. But finding someone with both tech expertise and a deep understanding of sports? That’s the challenge right? "Yes it is, so what's the answer you ask?" This is where executive search comes in. By tapping into talent pools across gaming, esports, and media technology, we’ve helped place leaders into roles in Motorsport, Premier League clubs, Rugby federations and beyond. Cross-sector moves are hot right now, tech-savvy fans of the game bringing fresh ideas into sport, and vice versa. The "deep understanding" of the sports rightsholder isn't always required to hire in the expertise they bring in emerging technologies, as long as they have the passion for it. What’s your take on where the next wave of sports leaders will come from? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 👉 One more thing, here’s a piece I wrote with insights from David Webb, Georgia’s national football coach, on leadership in this era of convergence. #kineticsearch #leadership #sportsindustry #innovation

What’s Driving Leadership Hires in Sports, Media & Entertainment? This year, the most successful organisations in sports, entertainment, and media have brought in leaders who bridge traditional expertise with cutting-edge digital skills. These executives are harnessing technology to transform audience engagement, unlock new revenue streams, and scale innovation. They’re shaping the future of these industries and it's exciting to see. Does your leadership team have the digital edge to stay ahead in today’s fast-moving landscape? What key hiring trends are you seeing in your space that could dominate the next few years? I'm keen to get your thoughts - Let’s discuss! 👇 #kineticsearch #executivehiring #hiringleaders #executivesearch #recruitment

💼 The Evolution of the CFO in Sports 💼  Over the past 20 years, I've recruited various types of leadership roles, including CFOs and Finance Directors across Entertainment, Sports, and Technology. These roles, whether in PE or VC-backed businesses, founder-led companies, or global organisations, have transformed from traditional financial stewards to indispensable strategic leaders.  Nowhere is this evolution more evident than in the fast-paced world of sports, where today’s CFOs are balancing dynamic revenue streams, investor expectations, and emerging opportunities like Web3 and digital innovation. They are not just crunching numbers; they are shaping the future of the industry.  In my latest blog, I explore the key qualities and challenges that define a truly great CFO in sports, from embracing technology and navigating global complexities to fostering resilience in the face of industry disruption.  👉 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUZvDvsx    What do you think makes a great CFO stand out? #Leadership #SportsBusiness #CFO #KineticInsights #kineticsearch

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On January 7 2025, the much discussed TGL - the pioneering indoor golf league - backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy - launches on ESPN. It is the brainchild of Mike McCarley - the former CEO of the Golf Channel and 20 year veteran of NBC Sports - inspired in part by the growth of Topgolf and simulator golf around the world. So I am really delighted that Mike was able to join Grant Williams and me on The Groundsmen Conversations to share his vision for the concept and how the launch plans are going. The show is available to download now. Search for AYNE - are you not entertained? podcast and please do have a listen The show is kindly supported by our friends at Web3 Sports Ventures #golf #tigerwoods #applepodcasts TMRW Sports Chris Reimer Roger Mitchell James Elliott Guy Kinnings PGA TOUR DP World Tour Richard Bunn Max Hamilton Piers Parnell Clippd David Schaefer Stuart McKellar Ben Hand James Davies Howden Lauren Auguste Duncan Fraser Martin Slumbers OBE Michael Robichaud Tim Hunt Danny Townsend Angus Buchanan Anthony Scammell Andy Weitz Mike Whan Phil Anderton Neil Armit Iain Carter Andrew Cotter

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📢Exciting News 📢 Endeavor has reached an agreement to sell IMG to TKO, with Adam Kelly set to become President of IMG in 2025 upon completion of the deal. Congratulations Adam Kelly and all at IMG from a fellow IMG alum! 👏 #kineticsearch #entertainmentindustry #sportsindustry

Fraser Bryden explores some of the exciting developments in sports technology, and speaks to Georgia's National Football Team Assistant Coach, David Webb on the role technology plays in the elite level coaching set-up. #sportstechnology #sportsindustry #leadership #executivesearch #kineticsearch