Centre for Sports Business events

Centre for Sports Business events provide opportunities for open debate, shape business agendas, and establish research priorities.

Upcoming events

BUSINESS BREAKFAST: Gender Equality in Football Leadership

Speakers: Sarah Guilfoyle, Managing Director at Wigan Athletic; Lisa Hoten-Pool, Deputy CEO Women in Football [plus more to be announced]
Open to: Local employers, legal professionals, University partners, FIMBA and Online FIMBA students
Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026
Time: 9-11am
Venue: The Old Hall, Cotton Exchange, Bixteth Street, Liverpool L3 9JR

Join the University of Liverpool Management School for the first Business Breakfast of 2026, delivered in partnership with the Centre for Sports Business, O’Connors and Bruntwood SciTech, as an inspiring panel of experts explore the timely and vital topic of Gender Equality in Football Leadership.

Taking place in the lead-up to International Women’s Day, this engaging session will bring together perspectives from academic, legal and sporting backgrounds to share practical insights on breaking down cultural and interpersonal barriers, strengthening representation in decision-making (including at board level), creating clear pathways into leadership roles and highlighting the powerful role of mentoring and support.

This is a fantastic opportunity for local employers, legal professionals, University partners and anyone passionate about leadership in sport to connect over light refreshments, hear fresh perspectives and take part in a lively and thought-provoking Q&A.

Agenda
9:00am – Arrival, refreshments & networking
9:25am – Welcome and introductions
9:30am – Panel discussion (more details to follow!)
10:15am – Audience Q&A
11:00am – Close

Places are limited – register here to secure your spot at this insightful morning session.