New Owners - Redwood Watch

[Sutekh]

Neil Peters appointed as new Managing Director. Ex Wycombe

What is his remit compared to the dual-CEOs?

[Linden Jones' Tash]

Operation "lets get the band back together" in full swing...

[RoyalBlue]

I guess it's fairly normal to recruit people you've worked with before if you think they did a good job back then. However, the risk of doing that too much is that you miss out on new blood and fresh ideas. Furthermore, I would suggest that Reading and Wycombe are very different clubs/businesses, so what worked for Wycombe might not necessarily work at Reading.

[Zammo]

Neil Peters appointed as new Managing Director. Ex Wycombe

Know him and the Peters fam. Couldn't be anymore staunch Wycombe. Never had him down as MD material. Odd appointment.

[Crusader Royal]

Had the pleasure of chatting with Mike and Grace Kearney yesterday. They were watching their grandson playing for Yate Town.
Mike was a hard as nails Glaswegian forward who played 150+ games for us in the late 70’s/ early 80’s.. He and Grace then ran the Royals Rendezvous and did various back of house jobs at the club. Mike still does a bit of driving for the Academy teams meaning they have nearly 50 years association with us.

[RoyalBlue]

Neil Peters appointed as new Managing Director. Ex Wycombe

Know him and the Peters fam. Couldn't be anymore staunch Wycombe. Never had him down as MD material. Odd appointment.

General Manager Newcastle Racecourse
Arena Racing Company · Full-time Arena Racing Company · Full-time
Feb 2025 - Aug 2025 · 7 mos Feb 2025 to Aug 2025 · 7 mos
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
COMMERCIAL: Designing and implementing a sales plan to grow revenues and over achieve on budgets. Focussing on the proactive development of new business and improving levels of awareness of Newcastle Racecourse. Identifying, developing and leading the Sales and Events teams to significantly drive forward race day and non-race day business by leading from the front, demonstrating proactive sales, customer relationship development and closing techniques. Developing and leading a team capable of identifying new target markets and opportunities, building relationships with potential new customers and developing mutually beneficial partnerships.
OPERATIONAL: To manage and oversee the running of Newcastle Racecourse and its associated buildings and business. Keeping the estate fit for purpose and appealing to new business customers. Covering all audits, health and safety and ongoing maintenance to deliver a venue fit for many diverse events..…see more



Head of Business Operations
Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time
May 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos May 2021 to Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos
High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground.

With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives.

Managing and controlling costs, whilst improving facilities and performance, stretching, and developing skill sets and delivering back improved growth, profit and performance sits at the heart of the club’s strategy.Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground. With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives. .…see more



Chief Commercial Officer - Wycombe Wanderers FC
Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time
Mar 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mosMar 2020 to May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos
High Wycombe High Wycombe

Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.

[Zammo]

...and he also plays in a band with his brother.

(also, fancy titles for a tinpot club. But fair play, hope he succeeds).

[Sutekh]

...and he also plays in a band with his brother.

(also, fancy titles for a tinpot club. But fair play, hope he succeeds).

Please let his brother be called Lee.....

[West F]

...and he also plays in a band with his brother.

(also, fancy titles for a tinpot club. But fair play, hope he succeeds).

He will succeed in managing the process of management. Firstly by outsourcing the clubs key functions as a business led decision, reflecting his drive and ambition to create an efficient and sustainable model of cost effective growth in fiscal and customer engagement terms through the implementation of tailored CRM and CAFM packages thus safeguarding business continuity and growth……… in all sectors….. blahdy blah.

[West F]

Neil Peters appointed as new Managing Director. Ex Wycombe

Know him and the Peters fam. Couldn't be anymore staunch Wycombe. Never had him down as MD material. Odd appointment.

General Manager Newcastle Racecourse
Arena Racing Company · Full-time Arena Racing Company · Full-time
Feb 2025 - Aug 2025 · 7 mos Feb 2025 to Aug 2025 · 7 mos
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
COMMERCIAL: Designing and implementing a sales plan to grow revenues and over achieve on budgets. Focussing on the proactive development of new business and improving levels of awareness of Newcastle Racecourse. Identifying, developing and leading the Sales and Events teams to significantly drive forward race day and non-race day business by leading from the front, demonstrating proactive sales, customer relationship development and closing techniques. Developing and leading a team capable of identifying new target markets and opportunities, building relationships with potential new customers and developing mutually beneficial partnerships.
OPERATIONAL: To manage and oversee the running of Newcastle Racecourse and its associated buildings and business. Keeping the estate fit for purpose and appealing to new business customers. Covering all audits, health and safety and ongoing maintenance to deliver a venue fit for many diverse events..…see more



Head of Business Operations
Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time
May 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos May 2021 to Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos
High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground.

With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives.

Managing and controlling costs, whilst improving facilities and performance, stretching, and developing skill sets and delivering back improved growth, profit and performance sits at the heart of the club’s strategy.Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground. With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives. .…see more



Chief Commercial Officer - Wycombe Wanderers FC
Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time
Mar 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mosMar 2020 to May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos
High Wycombe High Wycombe

Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.

One imagines that this glowing synopsis of his glittering career is from his LinkedIn profile? Almost as if his background is in marketing and promotion. Should have kept referring to it as WWFC all the way through. People would assume that was Wolves and not a club that went nowhere and achieved nothing on and off the pitch. Gets a massive thumbs up on the Buzzword bingo score though.

[RoyalBlue]

Know him and the Peters fam. Couldn't be anymore staunch Wycombe. Never had him down as MD material. Odd appointment.

General Manager Newcastle Racecourse
Arena Racing Company · Full-time Arena Racing Company · Full-time
Feb 2025 - Aug 2025 · 7 mos Feb 2025 to Aug 2025 · 7 mos
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
COMMERCIAL: Designing and implementing a sales plan to grow revenues and over achieve on budgets. Focussing on the proactive development of new business and improving levels of awareness of Newcastle Racecourse. Identifying, developing and leading the Sales and Events teams to significantly drive forward race day and non-race day business by leading from the front, demonstrating proactive sales, customer relationship development and closing techniques. Developing and leading a team capable of identifying new target markets and opportunities, building relationships with potential new customers and developing mutually beneficial partnerships.
OPERATIONAL: To manage and oversee the running of Newcastle Racecourse and its associated buildings and business. Keeping the estate fit for purpose and appealing to new business customers. Covering all audits, health and safety and ongoing maintenance to deliver a venue fit for many diverse events..…see more



Head of Business Operations
Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time
May 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos May 2021 to Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos
High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground.

With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives.

Managing and controlling costs, whilst improving facilities and performance, stretching, and developing skill sets and delivering back improved growth, profit and performance sits at the heart of the club’s strategy.Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground. With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives. .…see more



Chief Commercial Officer - Wycombe Wanderers FC
Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time
Mar 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mosMar 2020 to May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos
High Wycombe High Wycombe

Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.

One imagines that this glowing synopsis of his glittering career is from his LinkedIn profile? Almost as if his background is in marketing and promotion. Should have kept referring to it as WWFC all the way through. People would assume that was Wolves and not a club that went nowhere and achieved nothing on and off the pitch. Gets a massive thumbs up on the Buzzword bingo score though.

It was. Early career in the printing industry as a Production Manager in the newspaper printing industry. Then, surprise, surprise into advertising , commercial, sales & business development! Brief (4 yr) spell in a management role at East Berks College.

I reckon he must have been getting a nosebleed being that far from home territory when he went to Newcastle Racecourse!

I hope he avoids any temptation to overly assist in Tim Kilpatrick's role.

[West F]

General Manager Newcastle Racecourse
Arena Racing Company · Full-time Arena Racing Company · Full-time
Feb 2025 - Aug 2025 · 7 mos Feb 2025 to Aug 2025 · 7 mos
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
COMMERCIAL: Designing and implementing a sales plan to grow revenues and over achieve on budgets. Focussing on the proactive development of new business and improving levels of awareness of Newcastle Racecourse. Identifying, developing and leading the Sales and Events teams to significantly drive forward race day and non-race day business by leading from the front, demonstrating proactive sales, customer relationship development and closing techniques. Developing and leading a team capable of identifying new target markets and opportunities, building relationships with potential new customers and developing mutually beneficial partnerships.
OPERATIONAL: To manage and oversee the running of Newcastle Racecourse and its associated buildings and business. Keeping the estate fit for purpose and appealing to new business customers. Covering all audits, health and safety and ongoing maintenance to deliver a venue fit for many diverse events..…see more



Head of Business Operations
Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers FC · Full-time
May 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos May 2021 to Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos
High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground.

With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives.

Managing and controlling costs, whilst improving facilities and performance, stretching, and developing skill sets and delivering back improved growth, profit and performance sits at the heart of the club’s strategy.Managing all Commercial and day to day operations at both Adams Park stadium and the Training Ground. Focussed on commercial growth across revenue generating inputs, from ticketing, retail, events, sponsorship, and F&B, whilst overseeing the development of both stadium and training ground. With the overall goal of being a Championship team on the field, the commercial objectives fall in line to match this, by increasing performance at all levels, stretching the targets and creating a first-class business, whilst delivering a best-in-class service to clients and supporters. By improving the facilities for players and fans we will enhance on field performance and improve fan engagement, stadium safety and business objectives. .…see more



Chief Commercial Officer - Wycombe Wanderers FC
Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time Wycombe Wanderers Football Club · Full-time
Mar 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mosMar 2020 to May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos
High Wycombe High Wycombe

Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.Managing and developing all aspects of commercial sales linked to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park the venue. Introducing new platforms, new revenue streams and new business to WWFC. Establishing a growth plan that will create a financially sustainable business.

One imagines that this glowing synopsis of his glittering career is from his LinkedIn profile? Almost as if his background is in marketing and promotion. Should have kept referring to it as WWFC all the way through. People would assume that was Wolves and not a club that went nowhere and achieved nothing on and off the pitch. Gets a massive thumbs up on the Buzzword bingo score though.

It was. Early career in the printing industry as a Production Manager in the newspaper printing industry. Then, surprise, surprise into advertising , commercial, sales & business development! Brief (4 yr) spell in a management role at East Berks College.

I reckon he must have been getting a nosebleed being that far from home territory when he went to Newcastle Racecourse!

I hope he avoids any temptation to overly assist in Tim Kilpatrick's role.

I think he will be all over him like a rash.

[RoyalBlue]

One imagines that this glowing synopsis of his glittering career is from his LinkedIn profile? Almost as if his background is in marketing and promotion. Should have kept referring to it as WWFC all the way through. People would assume that was Wolves and not a club that went nowhere and achieved nothing on and off the pitch. Gets a massive thumbs up on the Buzzword bingo score though.

It was. Early career in the printing industry as a Production Manager in the newspaper printing industry. Then, surprise, surprise into advertising , commercial, sales & business development! Brief (4 yr) spell in a management role at East Berks College.

I reckon he must have been getting a nosebleed being that far from home territory when he went to Newcastle Racecourse!

I hope he avoids any temptation to overly assist in Tim Kilpatrick's role.

I think he will be all over him like a rash.

You may not be wrong but it would be a massive mistake IMO as we could end up losing Tim who, also IMO, did so much to help carry our club through The Dark Days of Dai (There's a book title for you Leo/Roger T!) and still managed to come up with things like The Purple Turtle.

[Mid Sussex Royal]

Had the pleasure of chatting with Mike and Grace Kearney yesterday. They were watching their grandson playing for Yate Town.
Mike was a hard as nails Glaswegian forward who played 150+ games for us in the late 70’s/ early 80’s.. He and Grace then ran the Royals Rendezvous and did various back of house jobs at the club. Mike still does a bit of driving for the Academy teams meaning they have nearly 50 years association with us.

Good he's still involved with the club, never had any pace but held the line very well and had a decent first touch for the level he was playing at. Think he also ran the Horse & Jockey in Castle Hill? Assume that's long gone like most other pubs I frequented in Reading that side of town.

[West F]

It was. Early career in the printing industry as a Production Manager in the newspaper printing industry. Then, surprise, surprise into advertising , commercial, sales & business development! Brief (4 yr) spell in a management role at East Berks College.

I reckon he must have been getting a nosebleed being that far from home territory when he went to Newcastle Racecourse!

I hope he avoids any temptation to overly assist in Tim Kilpatrick's role.

I think he will be all over him like a rash.

You may not be wrong but it would be a massive mistake IMO as we could end up losing Tim who, also IMO, did so much to help carry our club through The Dark Days of Dai (There's a book title for you Leo/Roger T!) and still managed to come up with things like The Purple Turtle.

I am sure that amongst the skeleton staff that remain, there are those who worked tirelessly to save the club and keep it going for the supporters and town. They are the real heroes. Not Dedwood.

[Whore Jackie]

Had the pleasure of chatting with Mike and Grace Kearney yesterday. They were watching their grandson playing for Yate Town.
Mike was a hard as nails Glaswegian forward who played 150+ games for us in the late 70’s/ early 80’s.. He and Grace then ran the Royals Rendezvous and did various back of house jobs at the club. Mike still does a bit of driving for the Academy teams meaning they have nearly 50 years association with us.

Good he's still involved with the club, never had any pace but held the line very well and had a decent first touch for the level he was playing at. Think he also ran the Horse & Jockey in Castle Hill? Assume that's long gone like most other pubs I frequented in Reading that side of town.

Always assumed the Royals Rendezvous kept Mike busy, but you may be right re Horse & Jockey. It’s still going albeit as The Castle Tap. Decent little pub, with quite an eclectic crowd.

[Royals and Racers]

James Earnshaw leaving the Reading Chronicle because he has joined RFC

[morganb]

James Earnshaw leaving the Reading Chronicle because he has joined RFC

In the now time-honoured fashion -

Can he play up front?

[Sutekh]

James Earnshaw leaving the Reading Chronicle because he has joined RFC

Perhaps Tim will follow suit shortly

[Crusader Royal]

Had the pleasure of chatting with Mike and Grace Kearney yesterday. They were watching their grandson playing for Yate Town.
Mike was a hard as nails Glaswegian forward who played 150+ games for us in the late 70’s/ early 80’s.. He and Grace then ran the Royals Rendezvous and did various back of house jobs at the club. Mike still does a bit of driving for the Academy teams meaning they have nearly 50 years association with us.

Good he's still involved with the club, never had any pace but held the line very well and had a decent first touch for the level he was playing at. Think he also ran the Horse & Jockey in Castle Hill? Assume that's long gone like most other pubs I frequented in Reading that side of town.

Always assumed the Royals Rendezvous kept Mike busy, but you may be right re Horse & Jockey. It’s still going albeit as The Castle Tap. Decent little pub, with quite an eclectic crowd.

He certainly ran the Horse and Jockey Sunday team as I played against them with him glowering on the touchline…