Executive Search
The right leader changes everything.
In sport, talent matters beyond the pitch or field. The commercial, operational and leadership teams that surround a club or organization are frequently the difference between growth and stagnation.
At General Sports Worldwide (GSW), our Executive Search practice connects clubs, governing bodies, leagues, federations and international events organizations with senior leaders who deliver results. Our process is structured, research-led, and informed by a depth of sector knowledge that only comes from years inside the industry.
We work at every level of professional sport, including: professional football clubs across the Premier League, EFL and international leagues; national governing bodies and international federations; leagues, rights holders and major event organisers; and sports agencies and commercial organizations.
Why choose GSW for executive search?
- We have deep-sector expertise across multiple sports and markets.
- Clients can benefit from a global network of relationships at senior levels in sport.
- We offer a data-informed approach to mapping and identifying talent.
- We have a full understanding of governance, compliance and regulatory requirements in sport.
- Our track record of successful placements across clubs, federations and rights holders is strong.
Our team
Lou DePaoli
Wasim Haq
Cuyler Holmquist
Briefing and role definition
Research and mapping
Approach and assessment
Shortlisting and support:
Placement and follow-up
SW was excellent to work with. We will continue to use them at MLB.
SW was excellent to work with. We will continue to use them at MLB.