This panel draws on the vast experience of a range of highly respected industry professionals in order to enable students to gain employment in the football and wider sport industry.

Adrian Bevington
Employability & Enrichment Panel Adrian Bevington Owner of Adrian Bevington Sport & PR Ltd; former Director of Communications at The FA
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Alastair Campbell
Employability & Enrichment Panel Alastair Campbell Strategy Consultant, Broadcaster and Author; former UK Government Director of Communications & Strategy
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Neil Doncaster
Employability & Enrichment Panel Neil Doncaster Chief Executive of the Scottish Professional Football League
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Andy Gatcliffe
Employability & Enrichment Panel Andy Gatcliffe Investment Director at Abbots Moss Holdings
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Andrew Kean
Employability & Enrichment Panel Andrew Kean Chief Executive & Founder of FirstPoint USA
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Paul Nolan
Employability & Enrichment Panel Paul Nolan Managing Director of Nolan Enterprises
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Mike Phelan
Employability & Enrichment Panel Mike Phelan Assistant Manager of Manchester United
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 Martin Prothero
Employability & Enrichment Panel Martin Prothero Sports Marketing Consultant
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Kelly Simmons MBE
Employability & Enrichment Panel Kelly Simmons MBE Director of Football Participation and Development at The FA
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Sue Smith
Employability & Enrichment Panel Sue Smith Doncaster Rovers Belles & England Footballer
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Michael Tattersall
Employability & Enrichment Panel Michael Tattersall Chief Executive Officer of the Vanarama National League
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UCFB Award in Football and Sports Leadership

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Student placements and work experience

The unique opportunities available at UCFB to undertake work placements within the football and sports industry will enable you to develop your skills and knowledge further, while experiencing first-hand what it’s like to work in this fast-paced and exciting environment.

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