Meet the Lecturers
World renowned lecturers with expertise from 50+ clubs
At the PFA Business School, we pride ourselves on the expertise and varied backgrounds of our faculty, which includes renowned practitioners from around the world. Our esteemed teachers not only share their knowledge, but also bring their unique know-how and experiences to the classroom. With perspectives from up to 13 different countries, our students gain a truly global vision of football.
Additionally, we utilise the most advanced digital resources and methodologies to continuously improve the impact of our virtual programs. Through engaging webinars, tailored content, interactive forums, and offline cases, we maintain a strong connection with our students and maximize their learning experience.
Leaders in Football
Lecturers
Fran Jones
Commercial Director, Brentford FC
Gary Penn
Football Academies Audit Development, Premier League
Hemen Tseayo
Former Strategic Development Director at Tottenham Hotspur.
Ian Murphy
Jordan Gardner
Kate Laurens
Chief Communication Officer at Arsenal.
Kelly Simmons
Sports consultant and Director of Women in Football, Former Director of the Women’s Professional Game at The FA.
Liz Bonelli
Lowri Roberts
Former CEO at Bristol City Women and Head of Women’s Football at Wales FA.
Matt Silvester
Nick Craig
Nick De Marco KC
Leading football lawyer in the UK and author of the book ‘Football and the Law’.
Pavel Montero Freiria
Polly Bancroft
Former player, CEO at Grimsby Town, Former Head of Women’s Football at Manchester United and General Manager at Brighton & Hove Albion.
Ruth Hooper
Chief Marketing Officer at the WSL.
Victoria Hawksley
Victoria Hawksley
Chief Retail Trading and Strategy Officer at Legends.
Lee Dykes
Technical Director at Brentford.
Les Reed
Founder and CEO of Reed Consulting an Elite Football Advisory Consultancy, Vice Chair of the UEFA Development & Technical Assistance committee, Former Executive Director of Football and Vice Chairman at Southampton Football Club and Technical Director at The FA.
Carla Ward
Manager of Ireland Women’s National Team.
Hope Powell CBE
Women’s Technical Director at Birmingham City.