Former Federal Sports Minister Mark Arbib will join Sydney FC, as part of the Sky Blues’ boardroom restructure.
Former Federal Sports Minister Mark Arbib will join Sydney FC, as part of the Sky Blues’ boardroom restructure.
Businessmen Michael Crismale will also join the club, following Sydney’s recent change in ownership structure and the resignation of chairman Paul Ramsay and directors Chris Rex and Elliott Rusanow.
Recently appointed cairman Scott Barlow thanked the departing Directors.
“I-d like to thank Paul Ramsay, Chris Rex and Elliott Rusanow for the major contribution they have made to Sydney FC,” Mr Barlow said.
“I am also pleased to announce that Mark Arbib and Michael Crismale will join the Sydney FC Board.
“Both bring invaluable experience that will complement the skills of the current bard Members and they both share a genuine and long held passion for football and Sydney FC.”
Mr Crismale, who has enjoyed a successful financial business career and is the vice chairman of the Australian Turf Club, was a foundation board member of Sydney FC, while Mr Arbib has been a supporter since the club-s inception in 2005.
“I-m extremely excited about joining Sydney FC,” Mr Arbib said.
“I-m passionate about football and believe Sydney FC has a big future in the A-League but also contributing to the local community. I am excited to be able to help them do both.
“I believe professional sports clubs can play a vital role in increasing the participation levels of kids and helping Sydney FC engage with the community and build even stronger links at grassroots level will be a focus of mine.”
