Power of Sport - Episode 12 - John Shiels, Ex CEO, Manchester United Foundation

Power of Sport Podcast | Episode 12 John Shiels | 47 Years at Manchester United | Football, Community and Changing Lives Host, Xavier Wiggins, recorded this with John on his final day after 47 years connected to Manchester United, the last chapter as CEO of the Manchester United Foundation. Under his leadership the Foundation grew to reach over 42,000 children a year from some of the most socially challenged communities in the country. One of the most significant careers in football for good. Ever. Along the way he met Giants such as Sir Bobby Charlton, Sir Alex Ferguson, Pelé, Beckenbauer and Di Stéfano. But while they changed the game, John spent his life changing lives beyond it. In this episode: ⚽ 47 years at Manchester United ⚽ Building the Foundation with love into a force for good ⚽ Lessons from football's greatest figures ⚽ Leadership, legacy and purpose ⚽ Why community work matters more than ever ⚽ His cycle to all 92 clubs, celebrating the people doing life-changing work through football foundations across the country 🎙️ Hosted by Xavier Wiggins BEM 📺 Subscribe for more conversations on the Power of Sport.