World Netball announced the appointment of Lisa Pearce appointed as general managerThe British woman will take office in June. Why her? The British woman brings over 15 years of experience in management positions within the sports and charitable sectors. "World Netball points out. Lisa Pearce has notably officiated as CEO of the London Football Association and the national wheelchair basketball federationShe also served as director of women's football at Leicester City Football Club and as a board member of the World Paralympic Sports Unit. International Paralympic Committee.
« At a time when the sporting landscape has never been so complex, Lisa brings to the organization invaluable commercial experiencegovernance and operations, which will be essential to moving us to the next stage of our strategy “,” said WN President Liz Nicholl. The new CEO will have to particularly strengthen netball’s international visibility and support its ambition to be included in the Olympic Games.
« It is a privilege to join World Netball at such a crucial moment for this sport, Lisa Pearce comments. Netball benefits from a strong global community anda unique identity, founded on equal opportunities, excellence and the strength of women's sportI am delighted to be working with the Board, the Secretariat, the regions and the member nations to continue to increase participation, enhance the global visibility of this sport and deliver world-class events that inspire players and fans around the world. »
