Shorts: Nottingham Forest, SA Rugby, Runna
Nottingham Forest have appointed Lina Souloukou as their new CEO, effective from 5th January.
The AS Roma chief executive will oversee the strategic development of the Premier League club, focusing on long-term success both domestically and in European competitions.
Souloukou has prior experience in global football operations and governance, having previously represented Olympiacos and AS Roma on the board of the European Club Association (ECA).
“The opportunity to drive forward the success of Nottingham Forest and contribute the wider group is an exciting challenge,” Souloukou said.
“I look forward to starting work in the new year to deliver on our shared ambitions.”
SA Rugby has signed a seven-year agreement with Rhino, making the British company the official ball supplier for the South Africa national rugby union teams.
The deal covers both the men’s and women’s Springboks, as well as the Currie Cup, further solidifying Rhino’s presence in international rugby.
The Cardiff-headquartered brand has grown its reputation through key partnerships, including its ongoing collaboration with the British and Irish Lions, which dates back to 2009.
Rhino will continue its role as the Lions’ ball supplier for their upcoming tour to Australia later this year.
Reg Clark, CEO of Rhino, said, “Rhino has been producing rugby balls since we first began in 1980, but this partnership with SA Rugby, and becoming the match ball of the four-time world champions, reflects the huge strides we’ve made in recent times.”
Personalised running app Runna has signed a new partnership with London-based non-profit running organisation Parkrun.
Together through the new agreement, Parkrun and Runna will help more participants experience the mental, physical, and social benefits of running.
Ben Parker, Head Coach and Co-founder of Runna, said, “We are thrilled to partner with parkrun to help more people than ever start running and maintain consistency in their running journey.
“Having personally completed 82 parkruns, I can confidently say it’s an extraordinary organisation that inspires individuals to get out and active every weekend.”
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