Hazel McCluskey

Hazel McCluskey, the Strategic Lead at Sport England since February 2017, focuses on enhancing approaches to impact investments and identifying opportunities for NGB partners to optimize operations and improve responsiveness to data and tech innovation. Previously serving as the National Governing Body Relationship Manager at Sport England from 2010 to 2015, Hazel defined funding strategies for various NGBs in sports such as angling, athletics, and rugby league. Prior to their role at Sport England, Hazel served as the Managing Director at Smith Howard and as an Associate at Greenhill & Co., providing financial advice and strategic guidance to top companies. With a strong background in finance and strategic planning, Hazel is a key player in driving positive change and impactful investments in the sports industry.