The Importance of Efficient Succession Planning

WHO IS THE BEST OR NEXT COACH FOR THE CLUB?

In the current Global Football market, the question of “who is the best or next coach for the club?” is regularly thought about by Sporting Directors, CEOs and club owners. It’s a huge decision to make and can be fraught with danger, as an unsuccessful appointment can lead to relegation, fan negativity, player unrest, reduced turnover from compensation payouts and the cost of replacing support staff. However, it can also lead to huge success if scouted effectively with evidence to enhance the decision-making process.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THIS WEBINAR

• Why succession planning is important - reducing dependency, evidence-based support and resources
• Game Model and KPIs - finding the right person to fit your club and how that is measured
• List creation and monitoring - what is the process, what are the contributing factors and how frequently to review your list
• Decision and negotiation - selling the club to the candidate and managing upwards

PANEL

Stephen Ward - Director of Football at Solihull Moors with a 19-year playing career featuring over 500 senior appearances, which included representing the ROI at Euro 2012 and 2016.

Paul Jenkins - Director of Football at Burnley, previously their Academy Director, with 23 years of experience at Middlesbrough’s Academy, including as Head Coach of their Under-21s. During this time he helped bring through players such as Stewart Downing, Lee Cattermole and Ben Gibson, as well as winning the 2004 FA Youth Cup.

Khaled El-Ahmad - Sporting Director and Chief Soccer Officer at Minnesota United. Over 15 years of experience in soccer, working in a variety of both technical and front-office roles including a stint as CEO and Sporting Director for Barnsley FC of EFL League One.