The group, which represent a diverse, ambitious and innovative future for the sector, is the fifth annual cohort to be selected for the prestigious professional development programme, launched by Sport Industry Group in 2015.
Together, they bring an unprecedented range of skillsets, including commercial partnerships and sales, content production, digital and data expertise, finance, sponsorship, talent management and emerging technologies. Importantly, they also join a network of 148 Sport Industry NextGen alumni – a group that is increasing in global influence, power and creativity every year and sits at the forefront of the emerging talent within the industry.
Tom follows in the footsteps of other LiveWire Sport employees named as Sport Industry NextGen Leaders, including Head of Creative Production, Jack Westgarth, and Senior Consultant, Leigh Walsh.
You can read the full list of 2020 Leaders HERE.
The successful Leaders will now benefit from a year-long Leadership Package which includes once in a lifetime training, personal development and networking opportunities, in addition to the powerful, lifelong friendships the Leaders form together.
Alex Coulson, Managing Director of Sport Industry Group said: “It’s vital to support the engine room of the industry as they continue their journey to the very top and the Sport Industry NextGen programme does that so well. It’s an incredible process and 2020 was one of our strongest years ever, so we’re proud to present such a talented, inspirational and ambitious group of genuine leaders.
“The programme continues to go from strength to strength and it is increasingly proving to be of huge benefit to the Leaders, Coaches, partners and the wider industry. Sport Industry Group is proud to be involved in nurturing the the sector's current and future leaders and we’re excited to bring this group together for the first time.”
Andy McKenzie, Director and Co-Founder at LiveWire Sport, added: "We are all delighted to hear Tom has been named a Sport Industry NextGen Leader. It is rare that you find someone that combines Tom's talent with a drive and utter dedication to producing outstanding work, day after day. He has an incredible passion for sport and the industry we work and we couldn't be prouder of him and what he has achieved over the last five years. The 2020 Leaders are a remarkably talented group, and I have no doubt Tom will be a valuable and welcome addition to it throughout the year."
The Sport Industry NextGen programme is aimed at industry professionals aged 30 and younger. It is designed to better equip emerging talent for leadership roles within sport – and in turn to ensure the industry itself is fit to face the challenges of the future at a time of rapid change. Together, it is supported by Official Partners Howard Kennedy and Loughborough University London, as well as Leadership Package Partner Inspirational Development Group (IDG). To find out more about the Sport Industry NextGen Programme click HERE.
