Jan 6, 2022
Episode 56: Chris Vertannes - UK Elite Sports Group
In this episode, James had the privilege of speaking to Chris Vertannes, the Group CEO at UKESG.
The UK Elite Sports Group are an international sports consultancy, coaching, and training provider made up of UKESG, Planet Education, Elite Football & Elite Rugby. Alongside their work with schools, colleges, and universities in the UK, they work with a number of leading organisations in India to include Government Agencies, Higher Educational Institutions, Sports Academies, and NGOs. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, they supported their global partners with thought leadership, in the form of bespoke webinars & workshops that focussed on player development, mental health & wellbeing alongside capacity building.
Chris embodies the coaching skills he is such an advocate for; inclusivity, integrity and fun. A self-proclaimed sports fanatic, Chris has turned his passion into a business that makes a difference; coaching children skills and values applicable to both sport and to everyday life…