Sports media and data company Perform Group, has announced that joint Chief Executive Oliver Slipper has stepped down from his position of leadership. Simon Denyer will now become the sole CEO of the company.
Slipper who has jointly led Perform Group with Denyer since the company was formed in 2006 through the merger of Premium TV and Inform Group, informed industry new sources that he would leave the company to pursue other “opportunities in difference industries”.
Slipper released a personal statement which read
Now feels like the right time for me to step aside,” Slipper said. “When I think back to some of the early days, it is quite extraordinary what we have been able to achieve – something that will always bring a smile to my face and something I am immensely proud of.
“Led by Simon and a superbly talented senior management team, Perform has an incredible chance to continue to transform the market.
“The breadth and range of opportunities in front of the company have never been greater and, as both a shareholder and board member, I am excited to be part of its next phase of growth. I would like to thank every member of staff at Perform, past and present, for their efforts in getting where we are today together.”
Simon Denyer thanks slipper for his service to Perform Group, stating it was a privilege to work alongside him