Arsene Wenger contributes keynote speech to Think Outside The Quota sales summit
5 years ago
United Kingdom Matt Mills has transitioned from a distinguished career as a professional footballer in England, known for his leadership and defensive capabilities, to a role as a player-coach and commercial professional. After retiring from professional football, he now applies his experience and skills in the sports business sector, leveraging his extensive background in professional sports.
Commercial Director at YouGov Sport. Leveraging experience from professional football into a commercial leadership role, managing strategic direction and operations.
Matthew Mills, Vice President – Portfolio Strategy & Operations. Responsible for portfolio management and strategic initiatives, bringing a disciplined approach to business challenges.
Matthew Mills, CRO at The CFO Centre. His role involves client-facing executive responsibilities, demonstrating his commitment to client-first values, drawing from his professional football background.
Sports commentator for LaLiga, utilizing his deep understanding of football in media. Also an experienced digital content creator and online marketing specialist.
Matthew Claude Mills, born on July 14, 1986, in Swindon, England, began his football journey at Swindon Town’s youth academy before joining Southampton’s academy at age 14. He signed his first professional contract with Southampton in 2002. During his early career, Mills gained experience through loan spells at Coventry City and AFC Bournemouth, where he made notable contributions, including scoring his first professional goals. In 2006, he moved to Manchester City, though injuries limited his playing time. He subsequently had loan periods with Colchester United and Doncaster Rovers, with the latter becoming a permanent move in 2008 where he was named Player of the Year.
Mills’ career saw significant progression as he joined Reading in 2009 for a reported £2 million. He became a key defender and captained the team in the 2011 Championship play-off final, where he also scored. Following this, he moved to Leicester City in 2011, also serving as club captain, turning down a Premier League offer to do so. His journey continued with Bolton Wanderers in 2012, where he was recognized for his strong defensive play, finishing third in the club’s Player of the Season voting for 2014-15. He later joined Nottingham Forest in 2015, where he continued to be a prominent figure in their defense and leadership.
After leaving Nottingham Forest in 2018, Mills played for Barnsley and then Pune City in the Indian Super League. In 2019, he took on a player-coach role at Forest Green Rovers, playing alongside his younger brother, Joseph. He retired from professional football in July 2020. Post-retirement, Mills has transitioned into commercial roles, including Commercial Director at YouGov Sport, showcasing his adaptability and business acumen developed through his extensive athletic career.
Curious about our offerings or have inquiries? We're eager to assist!
Just complete the form, and we'll respond promptly.
