Running a non-league football club requires a plan that maximises the ups and mitigates the downs.

Owners, chairs and directors have to learn on the job. There’s lots of information out there about rules, regulations, compliance and best practice, but no single source of truth.

To make things harder, no two clubs are identical, so applying all this requires help from people who have run clubs and leagues in the NLS. People who are ready to share their knowledge with you.

Most clubs are in one of three phases of evolution. Turnaround (we’re in trouble), Development (we’re stagnating) or Growth (we’re ready to progress but we need a plan.)

They usually face the same challenges. Over-dependence on owner funding, unsustainable wage structures and short-term decision making driven by survival.

Whatever phase your club is in, we can help you navigate the obstacles and set you on the path to sustainability

Whether it’s transitioning from a traditional, volunteer-based sports club to an SME with a paid workforce. Or plotting a pathway through the NLS and beyond.

We can provide the knowledge, experience, systems and support. We bring together a network of specialists in football leadership, governance, facilities development, income generation, and more.