Martin Anayi

Martin Anayi is an experienced executive in the sports management sector, currently serving as a Board Member for European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) since June 2021 and as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of United Rugby Championship since October 2015. Prior roles include Managing Director of the FIA World Rallycross Championship at IMG, where a significant commercial partnership with the FIA was established, and Vice President of IMG Motorsport, overseeing client management and business development. Martin Anayi began a legal career at Penningtons Manches LLP as a solicitor specializing in commercial, IP, and IT law before enhancing expertise in sports management and law through various roles in the industry. Educational qualifications include a Law Degree from The College of Law, Guildford, and a B.A. Hons. in Business Management with a focus on Marketing from the University of Leeds.