[www.inewsguyana.com] – The Board of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) announced the appointment of Richard Bevan as Chairman of the CPL with immediate effect.
Richard Bevan is a leading figure in the world of sports administration with over 20 years’ experience working within elite level sport.
He is the current Chief Executive of the League Managers Association (LMA) in the UK, having previously held the role of CEO at the English Professional Cricketers Association (PCA).
He was a founding Director of the Federation of International Cricketers Associations (FICA) and continues to be a Trustee of the Team England Players’ Partnership.
Commenting on behalf of the board, Damien O’ Donohoe, CEO of the CPL said; “I am delighted that Richard has taken on the role of Chairman of The CPL board. Richard has huge experience in the business of sport and a track record in leading organizations through significant growth and expansion.”
He further noted, “His knowledge of international sports administration, especially in cricket, will be of huge value to The CPL as we look to build on the successes of our first year. The CPL is very honoured to have him lead the team.”