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Dr. Sara Ward Appointed New Community Chief

Burnley FC in the Community is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Sara Ward to the role of Chief Executive Officer.

Sara joins the official charity of Burnley FC from University Academy 92 in Manchester, where she holds the position of Dean of Academic Studies.

Brian Nelson, Chair of Trustees for Burnley FC in the Community said: “We are delighted to be welcoming Sara to Burnley Football Club to take on this critical role.

“Sara comes with over 25 years’ experience of working in sport, education and business. Throughout what was a rigorous recruitment process, she was the standout candidate.