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This week’s update features six professionals taking the next step in their football business careers. From London to Leicester, Barcelona to Montreal, the latest appointments span product development, operations, marketing, and club leadership.
John Dollin takes on new role at Arsenal FC
John Dollin has started a new position as Head of Product Development at Arsenal Football Club. He previously worked in various senior roles at Arsenal, and before that gained experience at Sky and as an Advisory Board Member at Sports Video Group.
Jenna Urgo joins New York City FC
Jenna Urgo has taken on a new role as Partnerships Marketing Manager at New York City FC. She previously worked with Major League Soccer, Como 1907, Lega Serie A, and Noë & Associates, gaining experience across the US and Italy in marketing, partnerships, and international communications.
Bradley Spiby becomes COO at RCD Espanyol
Bradley Spiby has taken on the role of Chief Operating Officer at RCD Espanyol de Barcelona. He previously served as Chief of Staff (Non-Football) at Burnley FC and is Vice President, Strategy & Investments at ALK Capital LLC. His earlier experience also includes working in marketing strategy for women’s football at Valencia CF, giving him a strong international and cross-functional background in football business.
Wilken Engelbracht to depart FC St. Pauli
Wilken Engelbracht will leave his role as Managing Director (Finance, Commercial & Operations) at FC St. Pauli at the end of the current season. He joined the club in 2023. In addition to his work at St. Pauli, he continues to serve as Venture Partner at Cusp Capital. Previous roles include senior leadership positions at VfL Bochum, Project A Ventures, and Bertelsmann Capital Investment.
Jean-Baptiste Cazalières promoted to Director Commercial Marketing at CF Montréal
Jean-Baptiste Cazalières has taken on the role of Director, Commercial Marketing at CF Montréal, where he has been part of the club for over five years. He previously served as Senior Account Manager, Innovation & Partnerships. Earlier in his career, he worked in marketing and brand roles at the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019, the French Football Federation (FFF), and as a sports marketing consultant.
Sam Chambers takes on new role at Leicester City FC
Sam Chambers has started a new position as Associate Director of Content, Marketing and Digital at Leicester City Football Club. He previously served in multiple content and brand roles at the club, including Head of Content & Brand and Head of Content and Digital Editor, after progressing through multimedia and editorial positions.
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