Formerly Executive Vice President of Business Operations at the New York Jets where he transformed the team’s business operations into one of the most innovative in sports.

As Chairman of Catalyst, Matt provides strategic direction to the business and drives new business opportunities. He co-founded Catalyst major shareholder RSE Ventures to foster technological innovation and promote change within the sports and entertainment realms

Over 20+ years in the sports industry, Patrick has held leadership roles across Europe and Asia. Most recently, he led media and sponsorship sales of the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League.

Since founding Catalyst, Patrick has focused on attracting talented professionals to build capability, developing new business opportunities and leading key strategic projects.

He has over 20 years’ experience in international media and marketing experience with leading print, television, digital media, and sports marketing companies. This included leading Infront Sports and Media’s expansion into Asia.

Taka oversees daily business operations across all elements of Catalyst’s business, with a particular focus on partner relations, legal, business affairs, human resources and finance.

His professional background includes 13 years at TEAM Marketing, primarily selling UEFA Club competition media rights across key territories. During his time at TEAM, he also led research programs and the commercial domain for UEFA Cup Finals.

–Oliver oversees media and sponsorship revenue streams and contributes to new business efforts. As a key focus, Oliver has successfully led huge growth of International Champions Cup global media revenue and distribution.

Simon brings over 15 years of mega-event operations excellence to Catalyst. He played key roles in the delivery Olympic games, Commonwealth games and UEFA Champions League. Simon oversaw delivery of seven UEFA Champions League Finals between 2006 and 2011.

Simon is responsible for the smooth execution of the International Champions Cup across Asia-Pacific, ensuring the event meets all diverse needs of partners and clients.

Previously as Head of TV Account Management at TEAM Marketing, she and her team provided high quality services, support and advice to UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League partners.

Doris manages day-to-day relationships with key stakeholders of the International Champions Club, primarily servicing partnerships with Europe’s top football clubs. She also oversees TV Production and TV Account Management functions.

Previously, Ned held a leadership role at global sports research and consulting firm Repucom and spent a number of years working on sponsorship strategy and sales for the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League.

Ned is responsible for Catalyst’s sponsorship sales and servicing functions, marketing, research and plays a key role in commercial strategy and business development projects.

Previously, Ian was Director, Legal Affairs at Sportfive International and spent eight years with TEAM Marketing, responsible for drafting and negotiating media rights and sponsorship sales agreements for the UEFA Club competitions.

Ian plays a critical role in success of the International Champions Cup project, advising and leading contractual negotiations with partners and clients (both TV and sponsorship).

Rebecca is a successful entrepreneur originating from Hong Kong, as well as an experienced business administrator. She speaks Mandarin, Cantonese, English, German and Spanish.

Rebecca oversees company administration and operations across Hong Kong, Singapore and China offices.

Sandra brings over 17 years of sports broadcasting to Catalyst. Her experience comes from a career at ESPN Star Sports, Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS), Ministry of Community Development Youth and Sports of Singapore and most recently Sunset + Vine Asia.

Sandra is responsible for Catalyst’s broadcast services and broadcast production – servicing dozens of media rights clients around the world and ensuring International Champions Cup matches are produced to the highest standards.

Sam has a uniquely diverse sports background, achieving commercial and operational success over 10 years working on complex cross-cultural projects in China and the broader Asia-Pacific region. Sam previously held roles at Infront Sports and Media, Beijing Sports Bureau, 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and multiple Youth Olympics Games

Sam is primarily responsible for sponsorship sales activities in Mainland China, as well as contributing to marketing strategy for International Champions Cup China and China new business.

Bob comes with an extensive career in sports production at the highest level, including multiple Olympic Games, culminating in his role as Head of Production for the Summer Olympics in Beijing in 2008. He has also worked for ESPN Star Sports in Singapore, Astro Arena in Malaysia and Network TEN in Australia.

Bob is the executive producer of the International Champions Cup globally.

Jackie’s extensive experience in organizing major football events in China includes the 2004 AFC Asian Cup, the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Barlcay’s Asian Trophy Tour 2009, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester United Tours and various FIFA friendly matches.

Jackie provides critical support to Catalyst in the delivery of the International Champions Cup China, with a particular focus on matters involving local sports authorities, football associations, venues and sports media.

Xixi joined Catalyst team with vast experience in event sponsorship and client services within greater China and the Asia-Pacific region. Based in Shanghai for AEG Asia, where managed numerous marketing partnerships with international brands such as Coca-Cola, Heineken and Citibank.

Xixi oversees sponsorship client servicing in Greater China, working with local partners to ensure sponsor rights are delivered with maximum impact. Xixi’s expertise in partnership marketing allows her to offer consultative service to clients, maximizing return from their investments in our projects.

Prior to joining Catalyst, was responsible for managing Financial Planning and Analysis for the Asia Pacific region at Turner International. She is a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountant and American Institute of Certified Public Accountant.

Shirley is responsible for the finance function, with focus in areas of financial accounting & reporting, financial planning and cash flow management.

In her previous role at Sporting Republic, Erica was responsible for organising various sports event across Greater China.

Erica executes day-to-day liaison between strategic partners– playing a major role in the delivery of International Champions Cup China. This includes managing the needs of football clubs on Tour in China.

She holds a degree in Journalism and has experience in communications and translation within the public relations and media sectors in Greater China.

Lily is responsible for coordinating various operational matters, ensuring smooth logistical delivery of the International Champions Cup China.

At Catalyst, Steven focuses on analyzing business investment and expansion opportunities, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders for new business initiatives, with a primary focus on the China market.

After beginning professional life at global accounting giant KPMG, Steven transitioned into the sports industry with HUPU Sports before moving to SingShine Sports Management, where he was involved in a number of projects including Nike’s activation of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Southern China.