Matthew Holt

Experience

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  Birkbeck, University of London

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2007

  Research Officer

  This role involving the research and publication of journal articles, research papers and text books on the governance and regulation of the football industry, with specific expertise on the role of national and international governing bodies.

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  Sport England

  Jun 2006 - May 2009

  Client Manager

  I was responsible for managing Sport England's relationship with, and investment in nine sports governing bodies, including The Football Association, The Football Foundation, British Cycling and the Amateur Boxing Association.

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  GB Boxing

  May 2009 - now

  Leads the management of GB Boxing, its staff and the World Class Performance Programme (WCPP) Accountable Officer for UK Sport funding for the WCPPResponsible for the financial management of the companyWorks closely with the Performance Director to ensure the optimal performance environment for allboxersCompany Secretary I am responsible for managing the operational and administrative function of the the British Amateur Boxing Association. The BABA is formed of the three home nation amateur boxing associations, and is reponsible for the managing the elite GB Boxing squads in preparation for the Olympic Games. The organisation is funded by UK Sport.

  • Chief Executive Officer

    May 2013 - now

  • Programme Director and Company Secretary

    May 2009 - May 2013
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  World Boxing

  Nov 2023 - now

  Vice President