Following the announcement that Tony Wilson is to retire from his role as Managing Director of Spennymoor Town FC, Ian Geldard has been appointed as Club General Manager. He will be responsible for all non-football related matters including, but not limited to, the running of ground operations, hospitality and matchdays at The Brewery Field. Matthew Hannon has also stepped down from his role as Hospitality Manager.
Geldard, 32, has been involved with the GF Community Foundation and has rooted links with the town and the club, as well as a strong commercial and sales background. He said: “I’m more than proud to be taking on this role with a club at the heart of my home town; a community I have been heavily involved in for a number of years. Having played a role on match days throughout the season, I’m aware of what is required to deliver the best off-field experience for supporters, sponsors and guests.
“Tony has left a lasting legacy at Spennymoor Town which has taken the club to new heights, and I wish him all the best in his retirement. My role will see me cover the gaps left by Tony and Matthew’s respective departures, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Speaking to the official Spennymoor Town podcast, A Little Moor Conversation, Tony Wilson said: “I was always taught that once you pick a project up, by the time you pass it on if it’s better than it was then you’ve done your job and don’t overstay your welcome.
“The club is in a fantastic position and the chairman has done an unbelievable job. I think we’ve got a management team that fit in well, a fantastic squad and a fanbase of the highest level.”
Hannon joined the club in November 2019 and has played a major role in the growth of the club’s hospitality set-up and delivery. He said: “I’d just like to place on record my thanks to everyone involved in the club, not least Brad and Tony who have been more than supportive of me during my time.
“I wish Ian all the best in his new role with the club and it will only progress under his leadership.”
Another appointment sees Luke Cowie come in as Community Development Manager to develop and oversee the club’s community outreach activities.
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