A former Olympian and rowing legend has been named as Aon’s latest senior appointment, joining the firm as head of sports.
Nick Green OAM, a dual Olympic gold medallist and four-time world champion, will work with the broader leisure, sports and tourism group, reporting to chief commercial officer Kevan Johnston.
“Nick’s background and unique skills will enhance and grow Aon’s offering for sporting organisations across Australia,” said James Baum, incoming CEO at Aon Risk Solutions.
“He will be tasked with bringing the best of Aon’s capabilities to both our existing and potential sporting partners, delivering a comprehensive risk, retirement and health offer for the industry.”
Baum also added that the organisation is “embracing emerging client needs” across a broad range of commercial sectors.
“Within the sports sector, there is an increase in demand for innovative, tailor-made solutions in managing risk and people exposures,” he said.
“We work with sporting clubs, associations and venues across the country to safeguard against a wide range of risks from traditional public liability and property risks through to newer risks such as cyber and mental health,” he continued.
“Enabled by proprietary data and analytics, we work with clients to identify their needs, reduce volatility and improve performance.”
Green joins Aon following a three-year stint at Cycling Australia, where he served as CEO. Prior to that, he was the group manager of acquisitions at the Victorian Major Events Company (now Visit Victoria), the state’s organisation responsible for winning, retaining and developing major sporting and cultural events.
Green has attended eight Olympics as an athlete, broadcaster or team manager – his leadership skills were also recognised by his appointment as Australia’s Chef de Mission.
“I’m looking forward to joining such an aspirational team of sporting and business leaders, and to draw on my experience and knowledge from years in the sports sector,” said Green.
“This is an opportunity to enhance Aon’s sporting capacity more than ever before, and in one of the most competitive sports markets in the world.”
