Shorts: Mcclaren Racing, Formula E, Celtic
McLaren Racing has announced an all-female Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programme, a new initiative to encourage and support the next generation of female leaders.
According to McLaren, the programme aims to ’empower 60 aspiring female leaders of tomorrow and open up pathways to a career in STEM.’
The 60 Scholars will become a part of McLaren’s overall sustainability strategy, and work with its partners, Google, Cisco, and Cadence to develop an exclusive series of masterclasses designed to inspire and equip successful candidates with the knowledge for a future in STEM.
Kate O’Hara-Hatchley, Head of Diversity, Early Careers & Development, McLaren Racing, said, “Offering a route for young people – especially young women – to get into STEM careers is extremely important to us at McLaren. That’s why we’re excited to launch 60 Scholars, together with partners who share our passion for nurturing the talent of the future. We are especially delighted to be offering this to female students across the UK, raising awareness of the need to create a diverse and inclusive workforce.”
Formula E has appointed Jeff Dodds as its new Chief Executive Officer, replacing Jamie Reigle.
Reigle will take on an advisory role for the remainder of the electric motorsport world championship season.
Virgin Media O2 Chief Operating Officer Jeff Dodds is to take over as Formula E CEO from 5th June, bringing an experience from roles that have included executive positions at Callaway Golf and Honda.
Alejandro Agag, Founder and Chairman of Formula E, said, “I am pleased to welcome Jeff Dodds as CEO ahead of an exciting phase for Formula E as we build upon the success of Season 9. Jeff brings a proven track record of dynamic leadership and impressive execution to Formula E, and the Board looks forward to him unlocking the full potential of Formula E, for the benefit of our fans, teams, manufacturers, partners and stakeholders.”
Celtic FC Women has announced a three-year partnership extension with Becordial Hotels & Resorts.
The partnership will see the Celtic FC Women’s team hold its pre-season training camp in Gran Canaria each year.
Adrian Filby, Commercial Director at Celtic, said, “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Be Cordial, an organisation which is clearly fully committed to supporting our women’s team so positively and being part of our future.
“Our team have enjoyed a fantastic season and continue to strive to reach new heights and deliver more and more success to the Club and our fans.
Classic Football Shirts has partnered with Parma Calcio 1913 for the 2023/234 season.
The Italian Serie B side’s deal with the UK provider of classic rare football jerseys will see the Classic Football Shirts logo feature on the front of Parma’s shirt for the remainder of the current season.
Classic Football Shirts debuted on Parma’s men’s first team shirt as the side overcame Venezia 2-1 last Friday.
The Women’s Football Awards (WFAs) has announced a major charity partnership with Ovarian Cancer Action.
The inaugural WFAs, which will be hosted by football legends Jamie Carragher and Eni Aluko on Thursday, May 25th at Nobu London, will support Ovarian Cancer Action.
The WFAs will recognise all levels of women’s football at one event, paying tribute to grassroots greatness as well as superstars of the women’s game.
Cary Wakefield, Chief Executive from Ovarian Cancer Action said, “Ovarian Cancer Action is thrilled to be the chosen charity for the inaugural Women’s Football Awards, building on an incredible outpouring of support from the women’s football community. It’s disgraceful that less than half of the 7500 women diagnosed in the UK each year will live longer than five years so we owe it to inspirational women to make ovarian cancer a survivable disease.”
