Owen Laverty

Owen Laverty is a seasoned professional in the sports, gaming, and entertainment industries, currently serving as Chief Innovation Officer at Ear to the Ground since April 2012. In this role, Owen heads the development of the company's proposition, intellectual property, services, and product offering, including the pioneering "Fan Intelligence" model. Owen's expertise also encompasses various leadership positions, including Director of Fan Intelligence and Head of Fan Insight & Strategy at Ear to the Ground. Notably recognized as the Sport Industry NextGen Leader in 2018, Owen previously worked as Marketing Manager at Sprayway Ltd and Promotions Manager at Deansgate Entertainment. Owen holds a BA (Hons) in International Business, Finance & Economics and an MSc in Marketing from The University of Manchester.