Rugby Australia chief govt Andy Marinos has resigned 4 months out from the World Cup in France to “pursue new opportunities”.
The 50-year-old knowledgeable RA workers of the choice on Monday. He will stay within the place till June.
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“I cannot overstate the commitment and incredible work ethic of the people around me at RA, and the roles they have played in helping drive some critical structural changes for Rugby in this country,” Marinos stated in a press release.
“The foundations have been established and the business is now well-prepared to test the market for private equity investment, making it the right time for me to move on.”
Marinos, who represented Wales in eight Tests throughout his enjoying profession, was appointed as RA chief govt in February 2021 following Raelene Castle’s departure the earlier yr. He beforehand served as chief govt of SANZAAR, rugby’s peak administrative physique within the southern hemisphere.
Former Wallabies captain Phil Waugh is reportedly one of many main candidates to take over the place, whereas ex-NRL boss Todd Greenberg can also be reportedly in competition.
Last week, RA introduced a surplus of $8.2 million, the primary surplus in 4 years, after struggling a $27.1 million deficit simply two years in the past.
RA chair Hamish McLennan praised Marinos for getting the organisation to a spot of economic stability within the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
“We asked Andy to draw upon his impressive career experience and extensive global relationships to re-establish Rugby as a leading code in Australia — he has delivered on this and been fundamental in the turnaround of the business,” McLennan stated in a press release.
“Andy will leave RA having delivered several key projects, including the finalisation of the 2027 and 2029 Rugby World Cups, locking in the 2025 British and Irish Lions Tour, planning for a new contracting model for the professional game, implementation of strategy to professionalise Women’s XVs Rugby, and a new four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement for our professional men’s and women’s players.
“On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Andy for his contribution to RA. We wish him well with his future endeavours.”
Originally printed as Mystery surrounds RA chief’s shock resignation as ex-NRL boss in competition for place
Source: www.news.com.au
