Global Sports, eSports, Events & International Affairs. Former FIFA, OECD & NATO. I love curious people, politics, and losing at chess. My views are my own.
@LiuLindberg Ambition without relationships rarely scales. Sport taught me early: talent opens doors, but connection keeps you in the room. The ability to build trust, solve problems, and be challenged is what turns ambition into impact! @LiuLindberg
The Club World Cup prize model tells you everything you need to know about where elite sport is headed. It's not just about being a great team, it's about commanding influence. A really interesting read 👇🏻
#FIFAClubWorldCup#FIFA#GlobalFootball https://t.co/eTFT6j6gXM
What impact has #SocialMedia had on #SportsBroadcasting?
Moments are now born in vertical video & monetised for attention. These posts reach out to new audiences, boosting attention, sponsorship opportunities and commercial opportunities.
🔗 https://t.co/UvcDHGCD2H
Great leaders think like athletes. Why? Because adaptability in sports is how you stay in the game, and the same applies to leadership. When the environment changes, we have to, too.
Think like a coach. Move like a midfielder.
#HighPerformance#GreatLeaders#CoachingMindset
Leadership moves in global sport matter more than ever. Pierre Ducrey steps in as the IOC’s new Sports Director. Big shoes to fill and big opportunities ahead as the Olympic ecosystem continues to evolve! #SportsDirector#Olympics#GlobalSports
📌 Pierre Ducrey has been appointed as the IOC’s new Sports Director starting on 1 July. He will succeed Kit McConnell, who is joining the @Brisbane_2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee as Chief Sport Officer.
🔹 Congratulations Pierre and thank you Kit for the great cooperation over all these years.
➡️ Full story: https://t.co/hAFgAMjGyW
Can a league go from underfunded to unstoppable in 5 years? If you’re the #WomensSuperLeague, the answer is yes. £65M in revenues. 34% YoY growth. Every WSL club is clearing £1M for the first time. Where investment goes, innovation follows! #WomensSports https://t.co/5kX7IkAF0t
#ManagementStyle isn’t just about how you lead, it’s about the outcomes you enable.
From visionary to autocratic, this Forbes breakdown reminds us that #GreatLeaders flex their approach based on the team & challenge at hand. Which style stands out to you? https://t.co/Ldj9z6c69A
The business of sport is now central to urban strategy &economic development. When managed strategically, sports events are one of the few platforms that unite people, elevate cities, and create lasting economic ripple effects. It's an ROI that no scoreboard can capture!
A stadium is not just a venue; it’s a value generator.
From the Super Bowl in the U.S. to the Rugby World Cup in France, and from F1 in Singapore to the Olympics in Paris, global sports events act as economic engines.
#Thread#GlobalSports#SportAndBusiness#TourismStrategy
They fuel local businesses, drive infrastructure upgrades, spike international tourism, and give cities a chance to rebrand on the world stage. It’s not just about what happens inside the stadium — it’s the hotel rooms booked, flights taken & global headlines earned.
Whether you're coaching a team or leading a business, these five apply:
✅ Relationships > ego
✅ Simplicity > complexity
✅ People > process
✅ Mentors > isolation
Coaching is leadership, and leadership is daily!
@gregberge#SportsCoaching#Mentorship#PeopleFirst
If I could go back and talk to my younger self as a coach…
Here’s what I’d say:
1. Relationships first
2. Simplicity wins
3. Players, not plays
4. Culture is built every day
5. Mentors matter
Full list 👇
Leading across cultures isn’t just about language; it’s about reading the invisible rules.
Erin Meyer's The Culture Map should be on every leader’s desk, especially in global sport, where clarity, context, and trust can make or break elite events.
#Leadership#GlobalSports
In sport + business, comparisons can push you or break you.
The difference?
🧭 Purpose
👥 People
🔁 Process
Leaders build teams where comparison fuels growth, not insecurity.
Insightful piece via @mitsmr. #OrganizationalExcellence#Leadership#TeamDevelopment
Just as chess demands patience and positivity in the face of challenges, leaders must stay composed and focused, fostering trust and resilience in their teams. #LeadershipMindset
I regularly play chess, and I believe it's a great masterclass in leadership. Every move requires strategy, foresight, and adaptability. Much like leading elite sports events or organizations. ♟️ #Leadership#Strategy
The best leaders don’t just react; they anticipate several moves ahead. Transformational leadership is about guiding change thoughtfully, just like planning a winning chess strategy. #TransformationalLeadership
The global sports market is set to hit $600bn by 2030, fueled by tech innovation, new formats & private capital. As sports shift from passion to profit, strategic leadership and operational excellence become non-negotiable. https://t.co/TIPbGr4G3l
CFI’s new partnership with Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena shows how elite venues are evolving, blending premium hospitality with fan activation to redefine spectator experience in MENA. https://t.co/DrWmEIVATS