What We Do Functions Industries Consultants Offices Insights About Us Industries Consumer Find a Sports Consultant INDUSTRIES Sports Egon Zehnder’s Sports Practice advises best-in-class organizations across every segment of the sports ecosystem. With over 35 consultants globally, we partner with CEOs, boards and investors on succession planning and executive search, DEI strategy, broader cultural work (including mission/vision/values and team effectiveness) and executive assessment and development. Who We Are Egon Zehnder’s Sports Practice’s three pillars are anchored in our core principles and mirrored by societal and industry imperatives: We have a deep and longstanding commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – both internally and externally. We create non-insular talent solutions drawn from both inside and outside the sports industry. We are singularly united across 63 offices in 37 countries under one consolidated P&L. What We Do Our consultants solve for business problems with the perspective that comes only with having “sat in the seat” of a CEO, CMO, CFO, CDO and other roles. We bring a uniquely cross-sector perspective and collaborative consultant base. Our experience extends across the following segments and beyond: Digital & Media Platforms including streaming platforms, digital collectibles, and others Leagues and Governing Bodies Clubs/teams Multi-club holding entities Sports Betting Marketing Firms and Agencies E-Sports & Gaming Investment firms (PE and VC) Data & Analytics Apparel Health & Wellness Find a Sports Consultant Sports Consultants Find a Consultant Sports Consultants Avitai Gold NEW YORK GLOBAL LEAD Ty Gold leads Egon Zehnder’s Global Sports Practice. He believes in the enduring power of sports to connect and entertain diverse groups in the face… Read more Anthony Santino BRUSSELS Anthony Santino, based in Belgium and also covering Luxembourg, advises on leadership talent and development across sectors but is mainly active in… Read more Eva Tholen DÜSSELDORF Eva Tholen, based in Düsseldorf, leads Egon Zehnder’s German Consumer Products Practice and is active in the Firm’s Retail, Apparel and Luxury Goods… Read more Maarten Douma AMSTERDAM Based in Rotterdam, Maarten Douma is an active member of Egon Zehnder’s Industrial practice. He leverages his quick mind, solid theoretical grounding… Read more Frédéric Lepoutre PARIS Frédéric Lepoutre, based in Paris, is active in Egon Zehnder’s Consumer, Media/Entertainment and Retail Practices where he is a trusted advisor to… Read more Hugo Nanninga LONDON Hugo Nanninga, based in London, leads Egon Zehnder’s Global Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Professionals Practice. Read more Helen Crowley LONDON Helen Crowley, based in London, is active in Egon Zehnder’s Technology & Communications, Media & Entertainment practices. Read more Obinna Onyeagoro LONDON Based in London, Obinna (Obi) Onyeagoro is active in Egon Zehnder’s Financial Services practice. Obinna’s focus is to build close… Read more Load More Thought Leadership | Sports Three Essential Leadership Ingredients for the Sports Industry Today and in the Future We depend on strong leadership in times of crisis. Indeed, the current situation underscores the importance of clear strategies and certain key questions for… Read more When Progression Beats Perfection Basketball coach turned leadership advisor Alan Stein Jr. shares tips for how exceptional leaders and coaches are winning on the court and in business… Read more “What wins is just dogged resilience, day in, day out.” Katherine Grainger, British Olympic gold medalist in rowing, and Ben Medlock, co-founder of SwiftKey, discuss what lies beyond brains and brawn. Read more About Us Events & Initiatives Your Career Media & News Contact Us LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Legal Disclaimer Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Personal Information Imprint Copyright © 2021 Egon Zehnder. All rights reserved. Egon Zehnder uses cookies and location services for analytics and to enhance site functionality and overall experience. You can read our cookie policy and change your settings by clicking this link. By continuing to use this site or by clicking “Accept” you are consenting to the use of cookies. Accept