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Ian Nolan

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Chief Marketing Officer at Science in Sport Group
📍 Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Ian is a senior sports executive specializing in digital transformation, revenue growth, and AI integration for global brands like Manchester United and Science in Sport Group. An innovative leader with experience scaling ventures from startups to major organizations, he graduated from Bournemouth University. People who have worked with him describe him as an innovative, calm, and strong leader.

Outside of his executive roles, Ian dedicates his time to social causes. He serves on the board of the Manchester United Foundation, helping to inspire young people through football, and holds a portfolio of investments in global charities and eco-conscious companies, reflecting a commitment to positive impact.

He co-founded Fenixx, a branded content agency with a mission to make quality content accessible and challenge the established agency model.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Chief Marketing Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Ian shows up

Friendly But Fast
Achievement-Oriented
Informal

They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them. They will fight for you if they come to believe in you.

Priorities

Topics Ian cares about

AI in Sports
Currently leading the charge in driving digital transformation through AI at his club, from catering to sports analytics.
Digital Transformation
He has a proven track record of spearheading the digital transformation of global product portfolios at organizations like Motorsport Network and Manchester United.
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Career

Work history

10-2025
Chief Marketing Officer
Science in Sport Group
11-2024
Board Member
Manchester United Foundation
11-2018 - 10-2025
CCO (Director, Media Network)
Manchester United
10-2017 - 12-2018
Vice President, Head of Digital
Motorsport Network
4-2015 - 6-2018
Co-Founder
Fenixx
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2000 - 2004
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
Bournemouth University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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