Matt Powell

Matt Powell has a diverse work experience in the horseracing industry. Matt started their career as a Graduate Placement in the Communications and External Affairs department at the British Horseracing Authority in 2012. Matt then moved on to Plumpton Racecourse, where they completed a Graduate Placement before joining Ascot Racecourse. At Ascot Racecourse, Matt held various roles such as Sponsorship Executive, Interim Marketing Manager, Sponsorship Account Manager, and Senior Partnerships & Licensing Manager. Matt recently joined The Jockey Club as the Head of Partnership Account Management in 2022.

Matt Powell attended Durham University from 2008 to 2011, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science and Government. Following this, they pursued further education at Durham University from 2011 to 2012 and obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in International Relations and Affairs.