Brett Johnson: The business behind football ownership.…

Join us for an exclusive online conversation with Brett M. Johnson, CEO of Benevolent Capital and a leading investor in global football ⚽️.

Johnson currently serves as Chairman of Rhode Island FC and its upcoming Centreville Bank Stadium, as well as Director and Shareholder of Ipswich Town FC. His wider portfolio also includes founding and investing in Phoenix Rising FC and previously serving as a director at FC Helsingør in Denmark.

In this virtual session, Brett will share insights into the global football business landscape, drawing on his experience building and investing in clubs across the US and Europe. From ownership models and league structures to stadium development and strategic partnerships, the discussion will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how modern football clubs are built and grown.

We’ll also explore the role of high-profile partnerships — including collaborations with figures such as Ed Sheeran and Didier Drogba — and how these relationships shape the commercial and cultural impact of clubs. Having lived and worked in both the UK and the US, Johnson brings a unique international perspective on the differences between American and English football ownership and the evolving dynamics of the sport.

The event will take place online via video call, giving students the opportunity to engage directly with one of the most active investors in modern football