Case Study - Elite Performance
Norwich City FC
Executive Search & Advisory
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ABOUT US
Modern sport is changing fast. New technology, new investment, new audiences and new expectations are reshaping every part of it. Yet as the pace of change accelerates, those who thrive will still be driven by people: leaders with good judgement, teams built on trust and cultures that deliver on and off the field.
ICP finds the leaders and specialists shaping what comes next across clubs, leagues, federations, rights holders, venues, media businesses and technology companies.
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Case Study - Elite Performance
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TESTIMONIAL
“ICP Search have supported projects for me on several occasions, always bringing a trusted, highly professional and well-managed search process. Their delivery is consistently excellent, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Gary and the team across football, sport and the wider purpose-led sector.”
Russell Martin
Manager, Leicester City FC
TESTIMONIAL
“Their process is honest, rigorous and commercially focused, with clear communication and a strong understanding of the sport and technology landscape. They consistently deliver high-quality people, and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others in my network.”
Martin Murbeck
Chief Commercial Officer, Spiideo
TESTIMONIAL
“Having known Gary for many years, including through my time with Team GB, I have always valued the trust, discretion and professionalism he brings to every conversation. ICP Search run an excellent process: clear communication, realistic expectation-setting and a successful outcome in a short timeframe.”
Paul Ford, MBE
Performance Director, Norwich City FC
TESTIMONIAL
“Having been appointed as CEO of Freeman’s Event Partners through an ICP Search process, I experienced first-hand the quality, clarity and care Gary and the team bring to senior appointments. Their process is exceptionally well run and delivers the right outcomes for clients and candidates alike.”
Tara Warren
Chief Executive, Freemans Event Partners
TESTIMONIAL
“Their understanding of the data, technology, and football landscape enabled them to quickly grasp both the technical requirements and the wider context of our needs. The process was highly streamlined, focused, and well managed throughout, ultimately giving us access to a strong and relevant talent pool.”
Tom Gorringe
Chief Executive, Swansea City FC
TESTIMONIAL
“During my transition from the BBC, Gary and the ICP Search team were an exceptional source of support and guidance as I considered my next steps. They combined a highly professional, well-connected approach with genuine care, discretion and a clear understanding of the sports-media landscape.”
Natalie Pirks
Sports Broadcaster, In The Frame Media, Former BBC
TESTIMONIAL
“NEP has partnered with ICP Search for many years on a range of mid- to senior-level appointments. Gary and the team have earned our trust through a consistently strong process, niche market understanding, clear communication and high-quality delivery. I would have no hesitation in recommending them.”
Simon Moorhead
Managing Director, NEP Broadcast Services | UK at NEP Group, Inc.
TESTIMONIAL
“ICP Search impressed me with the quality of its process, its understanding of the sport and sports-media markets, and the trust Gary and the team built throughout our work together. They are thorough, well connected and highly effective at identifying the people who can genuinely strengthen an organisation.”
Simon Green
Chairman Join In Live, Ex Supponor & BT Sport
OUR PRACTICE AREAS
Senior appointments for clubs, leagues, federations, governing bodies, rights holders and ownership groups.
Exceptional talent for high-performance sporting, performance and medical environments.
The people behind stadiums, venues, operations, hospitality and world-class live experiences.
Talent across sports media, broadcasting, production, digital publishing and fan engagement platforms.
Experts in product, technology, data, analytics, digital transformation and sports technology.
Dedicated search and talent partnerships across one of the most exciting and fastest-growing areas of global sport.
our expertise
Retained search for senior leadership roles. Heads of function, Directors, C-suite and Board appointments that shape how organisations perform and grow.
Research-led search for specialist and high-growth roles. For organisations that need market knowledge, targeted mapping and access to talent that is difficult to find.
Flexible hiring support for volume or repeat recruitment needs, helping you build teams across the modern sport ecosystem with pace and consistency.
Support for organisations building high-performance cultures and leadership capability, focusing on team effectiveness, leadership growth and long-term success.
OUR PEOPLE
Founder, Chief Executive
Managing Partner
Partner, Culture & Performance
Partner, Sports Media & Broadcast
Partner, Stadium & Venue
Associate Partner, Delivery Lead
Senior Consultant, Sport & Media Technology
Consultant, Performance, Data & Technology
Associate, Women's Sport
Associate, Women's Sport
Finance Partner
Head of Operations
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