Paul O'Brien

Paul O'Brien is a seasoned commercial professional with extensive experience in sports management. Currently serving as the Commercial Director at Watford Football Club since September 2015, O'Brien also holds the position of Board Trustee at Watford FC's Community Sports & Education Trust. Prior to these roles, O'Brien was the Sales Manager at London Irish Rugby Club and the Commercial Sales Manager at London Welsh Rugby Football Club, where significant achievements included delivering new sponsorship deals, managing hospitality operations, and initiating business clubs. O'Brien began a career in sponsorship sales as an Account Director at BDS Sponsorship, overseeing a team and managing client relationships. Educational background includes studies at Northampton Booth Lane and Ousedale School.