Simon Mantell

Simon Mantell is a retired Olympian and field hockey player who represented Great Britain and England, transitioning into a Client Executive role with EY. After making his senior international debut for England in 2005 against Ireland, Simon Mantell went on to become a decorated Olympian, representing Great Britain in two Olympic Games. His Olympic journey began with an appearance at Beijing in 2008, culminating in a second appearance at Rio in 2016. Mantell’s early senior club hockey career included playing for Firebrands in Bristol before joining Reading Hockey Club in 2004, where he competed until 2008.

Throughout his illustrious playing career, Mantell accumulated an impressive 212 international appearances for England and Great Britain, scoring 62 goals. He retired from international hockey in 2016 after his second Olympic appearance, continuing to play club hockey for Wimbledon until 2018. Leveraging his extensive experience and profound understanding of elite sport, Simon Mantell successfully transitioned into a dynamic professional career. He joined EY as a Client Executive in Private Equity, where he applies his strategic acumen and leadership skills within the financial sector.

In addition to his role as Client Executive, Mantell also serves as the UK&I Sport Industry lead for EY, demonstrating his continued influence and expertise within the sports landscape, bridging the gap between high-performance athletics and corporate strategy. Further solidifying his commitment to the development and governance of sport, Mantell holds the position of Non-Executive Director for England and Great Britain Hockey, the official governing body for the sport in England. This multifaceted career trajectory highlights his unique ability to excel at the highest levels, from international competition to strategic business leadership, positioning him as a highly sought-after professional at the intersection of sport and commerce.