John Gillespie

John Gillespie is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operations and retail management. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Powerleague since April 2018, Gillespie oversees operations for 43 clubs and 329 venues, fostering a customer-centric culture focused on excellence. Previously, as Head of Operations at Maplin, Gillespie directed UK and Ireland retail strategies for 217 stores and over 2500 colleagues. Other roles include Divisional Director and Senior Regional Manager, demonstrating strong leadership in various capacities within the retail sector. Gillespie's educational background includes a credential from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and an HNC in Business Management from Glasgow College of Food Technology.