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BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES.
ABOUT Team9 Management
Team9 Management is a full-service management firm that represents elite players, coaches, companies, and sporting organisations. Based in Gold Coast, Australia with satellite offices in Adelaide, Leeds and London Team9 Management has an extensive network base.
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We’re powered by an inspirational team of sports-mad, culture-obsessed professionals. We have a constant drive to ensure extraordinary outcomes for extraordinary individuals.
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Since inception, we've created a culture that's built around key values and driving principles: Our Mission Is Simple: Work Extremely Hard, On The Right Things, With The Right People, Achieving The Right Results.
meet the team
We’re powered by an inspirational team of sports-mad, driven professionals. As a team we deliver an amazing service with ambitious outcomes. We work together to celebrate and enhance the future of our clients. Those who’ve stood up. And stood out, who’ve defied the odds to make their mark on the world.
Shane smeltz
Managing Director - Client Representation
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Shane is a Registered Intermediary. A former New Zealand International and professional footballer, Shane holds a AFC A Coaching Licence. Having previously worked as a coach at Sydney FC. Shane plays an integral role in the development of elite players. Shane has advised on numerous player transfers and negotiations within the UK , Australia, Asia and Europe.
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david scarsella
Executive Director - Corporate Services
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David is a Registered Intermediary, former professional footballer, entrepreneur with Bachelor of Economics and holds a UEFA coaching License. David has advised on numerous player transfers and negotiations within the UK, Australia and Europe. His expertise is particularly strong in contractual issues, corporate compliance, image rights and personal endorsement deals.
brad tarbotton
Legal Services
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A qualified solicitor, holding a First Class Honours Degree in Law, Brad has run and managed his own law firm, prior to joining Team9. He has particular expertise in sourcing and advising on commercial deals. With a strong sporting commercial background. Brad overseas all contractural matters within Team9 and brings a fresh and dynamic approach to Team9 client representation.
Melissa De Ieso
People, Culture and Admin
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Melissa overseas Team9 Corporate Admin, People and Culture. Melissa has an extensive experience in corporate accounting and administrative practices. Melissa plays an integral role in delivering all client services.
PAM BROOKE
Accounting, Taxation, Financial Services
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Pam represents Team9 in Corporate Administration, personalised Accounting, Taxation and Superannuation services. Pam works with Team9 and its clients to ensure open, honest and very down to earth interactions.
Kerry McDuling
PR, Marketing and Commercial
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Kerry specialises and overseas all PR, Commercial and Marketing activities at Team 9. Kerry works around the clock to aggressively activate brands with our clients. Kerry has proven track record and formula in the delivery of sports marketing initiatives.
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