Phillip Porter is the Head of Digital at Newcastle United Football Club, where he leads the global digital and data strategy. He has a proven track record of delivering large-scale transformation programs at major organizations like Chelsea FC. He holds a diploma in Sports Journalism & Media Law.
He was part of the team at The Sun Newspaper that won Digital Innovation of the Year at the 2009 British Press Awards.
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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Head of Digital
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United Kingdom
Personality Overview
How Phillip shows up
Amiable & Agreeable
Story Driven
Non-Confrontational
Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.
Priorities
Topics Phillip cares about
Digital Fan Engagement
His core mission is transforming digital platforms, CRM, and analytics to accelerate fan growth, engagement, and commercial revenue for the club.
Building Digital Teams
He is actively and publicly focused on recruiting ambitious tech and digital talent to build out the high-performing teams at Newcastle United.
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Career
Work history
5-2024
Head of Digital
Newcastle United Football Club
7-2022 - 5-2024
Head of Digital
Chelsea Football Club
2-2020 - 7-2022
Digital Platforms & Delivery Lead
Chelsea Football Club
7-2019 - 2-2020
Digital Operations Manager
Chelsea Football Club
10-2018 - 6-2019
Global Partner Operations Manager
Heed, LLC
In the press
Media appearances
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Education
2005 - 2008
BA [Hons] War
University of Reading
2012 - 2013
NCTJ & Sky Sports News Diploma in Sports Journalism & Media Law
National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.
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