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Emma Clark is a dynamic professional with a passion for transforming the sponsorship landscape across sports and business. She is currently the Women's Commercial and Marketing Manager at Blackburn Rovers, where she has made significant strides in growing the women’s game. She secured Dakota Biotech as a brand-new front-of-shirt and training kit sponsor, achieving record-breaking deals for the women's team. With a strong work ethic, exceptional networking skills, and deep expertise in football and commercial industries, Emma continues to drive commercial success and expand opportunities for female athletes.
Previously, as a Board Member at Tharros, she provided strategic guidance, ensuring sustainability and public engagement. Her experience as a Freelance Consultant/Agent includes managing global athlete charity announcements, brand negotiations, and athlete marketing strategies. Her experience also includes serving on the Managing Committee of The Association of Sporting Directors, where she helped shape business strategies, develop industry relationships, and explore commercial opportunities to support football leadership.
With an MBA in Football Industries from the University of Liverpool and a First-Class Honours degree in Sports Science & Development, she was awarded the ‘Woman in Football WHATIF’ scholarship for her contributions to advancing women in football. She has shared her insights on diversity and inclusion with FIFPRO and Women in Football.
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