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This week’s edition highlights a diverse mix of career moves across the football business, from senior appointments at club level to leadership changes and long term departures. Across Europe and beyond, professionals continue to shape the game behind the scenes, taking on new responsibilities and driving development both on and off the pitch.
Dorian Vicenzi joins AS Cannes
Dorian Vicenzi has joined AS Cannes as Directeur Commercial. He previously worked as Sales & Partnerships Manager at Red Star FC and Le Havre AC, and also gained experience in partnership roles at RC Lens, focusing on sponsorship and commercial development within French football.
Sam Jeffery joins West Bromwich Albion
Sam Jeffery has joined West Bromwich Albion as Chief Business Officer. He previously spent over nine years at Norwich City, where he held roles including Commercial Director and Executive Committee member, as well as Head of Commercial Operations and Head of Partnerships.
Leadership change at FC Viktoria Berlin
Lisa Währer has stepped down from her role as Managing Director at FC Viktoria Berlin after four years. She will remain involved with the club as co-founder, while fellow co-founder Felicia Mutterer takes over the management position.
Gavin Beard departs Norwich City
Gavin Beard has departed Norwich City Football Club after more than eight years with the club. He most recently served as Head of Marketing, having previously worked as Commercial Marketing Manager within the organisation.
Gayle Clarke joins Stadium MK & MK Dons
Gayle Clarke has joined Stadium MK & MK Dons as Group Head of People. She previously spent 18 years at Watford Football Club, where she held several HR roles, most recently serving as Head of HR.
Richard Declaude departs Stade Rennais FC
Richard Declaude has departed Stade Rennais FC after more than seven years at the club. He most recently served as Deputy Managing Director (Business), having previously held the role of Commercial Director.
Jessica Jacobi joins LA Galaxy
Jessica Jacobi has joined LA Galaxy as Chief Marketing Officer. She previously served as Vice President Marketing, Digital & E-Commerce at Aspen One, following earlier senior marketing roles at Aspen Skiing Company.
Richard Mellor takes next step at Leicester City FC
Richard Mellor has taken on a new role at Leicester City FC as Head of Content & Digital. He has been with the club for over a decade, previously serving as Content Manager and Senior Club Journalist.
Cláudia Filipe joins Sporting CP
Cláudia Filipe has joined Sporting Clube de Portugal as Head of Brand and Platforms. She brings extensive experience in digital marketing and brand management, most recently leading a digital marketing team across multiple domains including CRM, content, eCommerce and data.
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