ABOUT
The FC services the global sports industry, specialising in governance, regulation, strategy, integrity, and education. It works with a wide network of consultants to help its clients achieve their goals.
The FC does not provide Australian legal or accounting services. If you require such services, we can refer you to our trusted partners.
WHO
James Kitching is the founder and Managing Director of The FC. He is an experienced senior executive in the sports industry, specialising in governance, regulation, strategy, integrity, and education. His CV includes senior roles at FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation, board memberships in sports federations and sports technology companies, and several sports tribunal appointments. He has led and advised on some of the most innovative and interesting matters in sport. Read more about him here.
Services
Governance
We are governance specialists. We advise on best practice models, develop governance tools, or simply explain how sport works. Our advice is tailored, focused, and adapted to client need.
Regulation
We provide unrivalled knowledge and experience of the international sport regulatory framework, and access to the individuals that manage and enforce it.
Strategy
We understand that each sport and every sport business is different. We assist our clients in developing achievable strategic goals, whether sporting, commercial, corporate, political, or cultural.
Integrity
We protect sport from internal and external threats, whether traditional (e.g. match manipulation and doping) or emerging (e.g. financial manipulation and safeguarding).
Education
We take pleasure in sharing knowledge. We develop educational tools, host workshops, and provide seminars for all types of sports stakeholders. We regularly present at conferences and postgraduate programmes.
HIGHLIGHTS
Our consultants have a long history in the international sports industry.
The SPORTS NETWORK
The Sports Network is South Australia's most connected and influential platform for the business and future of sport.
It is a future-focused platform connecting the people, ideas, and opportunities shaping the future of sport - and its contribution to South Australia’s identity, economy and impact.
We will bring together industry leaders, brands, enthusiasts and innovators through curatedevents and strategic partnerships, to build a new standard of connectivity and thoughtleadership across sport and business. We will create opportunities to collaborate, influenceand grow.
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THE FC PODCAST
Join us on "The FC Podcast partnered with the FIFA Master Alumni Association", as we navigate the fascinating intersections of sports governance, regulation, integrity, and strategy. Whether you're an avid sports enthusiast, industry professional, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the sports world, this podcast is your go-to source for captivating discussions and expert insights.
