Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) has announced Peter Haynes as their new Chief Executive Officer on a three-year contract.
Haynes is the former NNSWF Head of Football and was named as Interim CEO in December after David Eland’s departure. The NNSWF has now decided to go with Haynes as the CEO proper, following a lengthy search and recruitment process.
Haynes has the opportunity to fully lead NNSWF, adding to a career that’s been immersed in all footballing levels.
NNSWF Chair Mike Parsons was said via press release.
“Peter is a natural leader with enormous passion and knowledge of the game at many levels,” he stated.
“Since December when he was appointed to the Interim CEO role, Peter has engaged with a range of NNSWF stakeholders to listen and understand what they see as priorities for the sport in northern NSW.
“Peter will bring a fresh, innovative approach and is keen to lead the organisation to be the largest and most popular sport for females and males throughout northern NSW.”
Regarding the announcement, Haynes added via press release:
“Having led the organisation over the last five months, I am honoured to be appointed CEO and to be able to continue engaging and working collaboratively with the various stakeholders that form part of the wider Northern NSW Football family,” Haynes said.
“The newly formed board carry a broad range of skills and, together, I believe we can bring a fresh approach and vision for the future of the sport in northern NSW.
“My focus will be to listen to the views of the wider stakeholder group, from grassroots to those involved in the sport at a semi-professional level. This year we will embark on creating a new three-year strategic plan and to have a new board and CEO in place as we move towards this planning is exciting for the organisation and all involved.
“I believe we are all aligned in that it is important that football remains inclusive for all and that Northern NSW Football provides our member zones and clubs with a platform that enhances the sport, whether that be for those that play for fun, or those talented individuals who are looking to progress to the professional level.
“I look forward to continuing to work with the dedicated team at Northern NSW Football, Chair Mike Parsons and the Northern NSW Football board to ensure we can make significant progress and demonstrate that we are bringing a fresh approach.”
The role will officially commence for Haynes from May 1, 2023.
