LTRY - Marc Bircham Joins Sports.com as Director and Head of Business Development With a Focus on Opportunities in Association Football | Benzinga
LONDON, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sports.com, Inc. ("Sports.com" or the "Company"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Lottery.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:LTRY, LTRYW)) ("Lottery.com"), announces the appointment of Marc Bircham as its new Director and Head of Business Development. Bircham brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team from a stellar career as both a professional football (soccer) player and coach, to his extensive experience in the sports media industry. The announcement was made in conjunction with ICE London 2024.
Marc Bircham's appointment comes at a time when Sports.com is actively exploring a number of opportunities in football including potential club acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. The Company is currently in discussions for exciting projects with leading football franchises and players worldwide.
Furthermore, Marc will play a pivotal role in advising, overseeing, and consulting on the activities of Sports.com Studios, set to commence its operations in the second quarter of 2024, with further announcements due soon.
Matthew McGahan, Chairman and CEO of Lottery.com and Sports.com commented:
"I am thrilled to have Marc onboard as a fellow director on the Sports.com Board. His astonishing success on and off the pitch, both in the UK and US, has been remarkable. Marc has been advising us on exciting football projects in the UK and US. I am now looking forward to him leading the charge on these projects. There are a number of great opportunities in the market at the moment, particularly with the increased interest in ownership of football assets by US investors and celebrity interest in taking advantage of social and other media opportunities."
Majed Al Sorour, President of Sports.com, added:
"As former professional football players, we are poised to form a formidable attacking team. Marc's addition to our board is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the sports industry."
Director Tamer Hassan, reflecting on his 25-year relationship with Marc, agreed:
"Marc's journey through football and beyond is a proof to his dedication, skill, and vision. Having known him for three decades, I have no doubt that his impact on Sports.com will be profound and transformative. Together, we're set to redefine the sports entertainment industry."
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