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Welcome to this week’s edition of the Weekly Careers Update, where we spotlight recent executive movements shaping the football business. From commercial and marketing roles to leadership in strategic development, professionals are stepping into new roles across the industry. Let’s explore the latest appointments and what they bring to the future of football management!
Tarek Brauer extends his stay at Werder Bremen
SV Werder Bremen has renewed Tarek Brauer’s contract as Managing Director of Organisation and Personnel. In his two years in this position, Brauer has driven key initiatives such as the improvement of strategic processes and the implementation of agile management methods such as OKR. The decision underlines Werder Bremen’s confidence in Brauer’s contribution to the club’s ongoing organisational development.
Lorenzo Aldobrandini Joins Sevilla FC
Lorenzo Aldobrandini, who previously served as Head of Partnership Strategy and later as Head of Commercial Development at AC Milan, has joined Sevilla FC as Sponsorship Director. This role marks his entry into the Spanish football sector, where he succeeds Gonzalo Lasarte. Aldobrandini, who has experience with organizations like Wasserman and Ferrari, expressed enthusiasm for the new opportunity. Sevilla also announced recent changes to its sponsorship team, including the addition of Tomás Arroba, formerly Marketing Director at Rayo Vallecano.
Michał Szprendałowicz Takes On Role at Motor Lublin
Michał Szprendałowicz has been appointed Marketing and Communications Director at Motor Lublin. Szprendałowicz will lead Motor’s communication strategy, bringing with him extensive experience from his roles at Radomiak Radom, Raków Częstochowa and Lechia Gdańsk. He sees the role as an ambitious challenge with significant growth potential, with the aim of increasing the club’s visibility and fan engagement.
José González-Dans Joins Sevilla FC Board
José González-Dans has been appointed to Sevilla FC’s Board of Directors as General Director, succeeding José María Cruz. With over 27 years of leadership experience, including roles at Deportivo La Coruña and on LaLiga’s Executive Committee, González-Dans brings a wealth of expertise in financial and general management. His background also includes significant work with Grupo ALUMAN and teaching at various academic institutions.
FC Basel’s New Six-Member Management Team
FC Basel 1893 has introduced a six-member executive team to manage club operations. Leading this group is President David Degen, responsible for strategic decisions and overseeing Development initiatives. Joining the club on November 1, Chief Commercial Officer Jana Bernhard will manage all commercial activities, bringing extensive sports industry experience from her role with Germany’s S20. Elio Alessandro Conti, in his new role as Corporate Secretary, handles Board matters and internal coordination. Finance Director René Heiniger, Chief Communications Officer Remo Meister, and Sport Director Daniel Stucki complete the team, each contributing longstanding expertise from within the club.
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