Racecourse Media Group (RMG) has appointed Matt Rogan as a Non-Executive Director.
Teh co-founder of Two circles has joined the board of the media rights organisation, which represents 37 British racecourse shareholders. Rogan previously spent a decade growing the agency into a global leader in sports marketing and analytics, serving as CEO and Executive Chair.
He currently focuses on board advisory work, holding positions with production company Whisper, sports equipment brand Built for Athletes, and performance data specialists Twenty First Group.rogan also sits on the Major Events Panel for UK Sport, which advises on hosting major sporting events and National Lottery awards.
Matt Rogan, Non-Executive Director, RMG, said, “I’m delighted to be joining Racecourse Media Group at a engaging time for horseracing. Shifts in media consumption are creating ripples across all sports,and my early exposure has shown me that the team at RMG are very well placed to seize the opportunities these create on behalf of their shareholders,customers and racing fans.”
Conor Grant, Chair, RMG, said, “Matt is highly regarded within the sports industry, and his expertise spans digital strategy, data-driven decision-making, and commercial innovation. A significant part of RMG’s strategy is around content innovation and next-generation fan engagement – we will greatly benefit from Matt’s expertise, especially in these areas. I am delighted matt is joining the Board.”
Seat Unique has extended its partnership with Gloucestershire cricket for a further four years.
The agreement continues a relationship that first began in 2021.
The partnership centres on the club’s commercial ticketing and hospitality activity, using Seat Unique’s platform to sell premium matchday experiences. Since 2023, around one-third of Gloucestershire Cricket’s orders have come from first-time buyers purchasing via the platform. Seat Unique has introduced more than 1,600 online customers to the club as the partnership started.
Gloucestershire Cricket has reported growth in online engagement during the period. As 2022, the number of digital sessions relating to the club has increased by 121%, with around 40% of orders taking place outside standard working hours.
demand for premium seating at cricket fixtures has continued to rise. Using Seat Unique’s technology and marketplace, the club has converted 90% of its available premium inventory into early sales for the England v India men’s international T20 scheduled for Bristol in 2026.
Industry data shows increased appetite for hospitality across live sport, with global sports hospitality revenue up year-on-year.
Joe Kaniecki, Head of Partnerships at Gloucestershire Cricket, said, “Seat unique have been an outstanding partner in helping us modernise how supporters engage with cricket at our ground. Their innovative platform has boosted both engagement and revenue and we’re thrilled to continue this journey together for another four years.
“The demand for premium…