Chris Rivett

Chris Rivett currently serves as the Manager of Communications and External Relations for the Professional Referee Organization, overseeing the communication and PR strategy to enhance the organization's global leadership in soccer officiating. With a diverse background in sports management, Chris co-founded and chairs the Northampton Lions Football Club and founded Final Third Sports Media Ltd, where significant growth for various sports organizations was achieved over two decades. Previous roles include Director at FCV International Football Academy, Chairman of Stamford AFC, and Senior Reporter for the Olympic & Paralympic News Service during the London 2012 Games, among others. Chris has also contributed to Luton Town Football Club and Northampton Town Football Club in media-focused positions early in a professional career that began in retail management.