Huddersfield Town Appoint Rupert Campbell As Non-Executive Director
Huddersfield Town have confirmed the appointment of former President of adidas North America Rupert Campbell to their Board as Non-Executive Director, effective immediately.
Campbell spent almost a decade with adidas in two separate spells, working across markets in Europe (United Kingdom, Germany, Russia) before leading their largest global region as President of adidas North America, officially leaving that post at the end of 2023.
Highlighting his experience across strategy, brand, partnerships and commercial both internationally and operationally, Campbell led the company’s efforts at the 2018 FIFA World Cup before delivering the largest sponsorship deal in their North American history with Major League Soccer in 2022.
He also playing an integral role in driving the biggest brand campaign in US football history as Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023.
Campbell also has considerable experience overseeing community initiatives, underlining his commitment to being a fierce advocate of inclusion at all levels within the workplace and wider communities.
Arriving with a blend of sport and consumer experience across international business, he is an important strategic additional to the Board of Huddersfield Town.
Huddersfield Town Owner and Chairman. Kevin Nagle, said: “Rupert is an extremely impressive individual and he has had an extraordinary career. We’re delighted to have him join our team at Huddersfield Town and add his expertise to our leadership.
“To be from Huddersfield but work so successfully internationally is the same journey we want to take our club on and is something I recognise in myself with my relationship to Sacramento.
“We couldn’t be prouder of being Huddersfield Town and we are excited about our aspirations for the future, with Rupert able to help us spread that word at the highest levels.”
Huddersfield Town Chief Executive Officer, Jake Edwards, added: “As we have seen with our Everything Together identity, there is so much to be proud of at Huddersfield Town, and with that comes a significant untapped potential. By adding Rupert to our leadership team, that potential can now be unlocked.
“Growth isn’t about forgetting who we are, but making more people aware of the unique identity that everyone associated with Huddersfield Town takes so much pride in. Having enjoyed such a successful career internationally working with some of the most recognised brands in the world, Rupert is perfectly placed to tell the story of his hometown club and champion our cause.
“I would like to thank our Owner and Chairman, Kevin Nagle for again showing us his belief and support in helping bring Rupert to the club, and I look forward to working closely together going forward.”
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