Richard Gould has been appointed as the new CEO of the ECB
(Picture: AFP via Getty Images)Former Surrey and Somerset CEO Richard Gould has been confirmed as the new chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
The 52-year-old, who currently serves as the CEO of Championship football club Bristol City, replaces Tom Harrison, who stepped down in June after more than seven years in the role, after being unanimously recommended by the Nominations Committee.
Clare Connor had taken on the job on an interim basis since Harrison’s departure in the summer and will continue until the end of January, when Gould officially takes the reins.
Per the ECB, he will be tasked with implementing chairman Richard Thompson’s vision to make cricket the most inclusive sport in the country.
“I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to lead our game forward in England and Wales as part of a talented and committed team that encompasses the ECB, every cricket club in the land, all the counties, our partners, sponsors, fans and the army of players and volunteers that support the game in every corner of our country,” Gould said.
“Cricket is a national asset that can be played by all and helps strengthen and enhance communities across the nation. It can inspire the country and provides opportunities for all. But we have also seen the pain suffered by those who have experienced discrimination. We are determined to repair this damage and show that cricket can become the most inclusive and welcoming sport of all.
“I look forward to taking up the role in the new year, but for now will be an armchair fan supporting our men’s team in the T20 World Cup in Australia, whilst the women prepare for their T20 World Cup challenge in February.”
