Let’s CHat: Careers in Sport is part of a series of industry networking events for current pupils and Old Waconians (alumni). Parents are also invited to attend. The event will consist of a panel discussion during which industry professionals will give a brief overview of their careers and the path they took to get there. Following this attendees will have the chance to speak to the panelists and ask questions individually while enjoying light refreshments. 

Event Timeline

6pm: Drink on arrival

6.15pm: Panel discussion led by Co-Director of Sport, Mr Heagerty

7pm: Networking and refreshments

Panelists

• James Madeira (Class of 2019), Graduate Executive, City Football Group
• Harry Sellwood (Class of 2020), Product Content Marketing, Fanatics
• Rory Price (Class of 2007), Executive Director of Strategy & Operations | England Rugby
• Abbey Marchington (Class of 2019), External Affairs Officer, Sport England
• Christian Day, General Secretary and CEO of The Rugby Players Association
• Lee Gibbons, Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Consultant
• Martyn Hawkins, Caerulea Sports Advisory
• James Holroyd (Class of 1993), Chief Commercial Development Officer, Manchester United

Get Ready

View your Let's CHat: Careers networking guide.

Can Your Share Your Insight?

If you work in a sport-related role, that you think pupils should know about, please get in touch with the External Relations team (er@chschool.co.uk). You may be perfect for our panel of professionals, or you may prefer to network with interested individuals one-to-one.