Laureus
Iain Clark has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Iain began their career as a Media Consultant at the Winning Scotland Foundation in 2007 and then transitioned to working as a freelance journalist in 2009. During their freelance period, they focused on sports and business journalism, with their work being published by notable outlets such as BBC Sport and The Sunday Times.
In 2011, Clark joined Glasgow 2014, Limited, where they served as a Media Assistant, Press Officer, and worked on Media Operations for the Queen's Baton Relay. Iain remained with the company until 2014.
Following their time at Glasgow 2014, Clark worked as the Digital Communications professional at North Lanarkshire Leisure Ltd from November 2014 to February 2015.
Clark later joined Laureus in 2015 and held various roles within the company. Iain first served as the Global Press Officer until July 2019, before progressing to the position of PR & Communications Manager until April 2022. Currently, they hold the role of Head of Editorial & News.
Iain Clark attended University of Stirling from 2006 to 2010, where they obtained a First Class degree in Journalism. Prior to that, they attended The Royal High School from 2000 to 2006, but did not obtain any specific degree or field of study.
Laureus
Laureus is a global sports-based charity that works to improve the lives of young people. The first Patron of Laureus was Nelson Mandela. At the inaugural Laureus World Sports Awards in 2000, President Mandela said: “Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. Sport can awaken hope where there was previously only despair.” This has become the philosophy of Laureus and the driving force behind its work. Laureus combines Laureus Sport for Good, the Laureus World Sports Academy and Ambassadors Programme and the Laureus World Sports Awards to form a unique organisation that uses the inspirational power of sport as a force for good.