Jan22686 Feb22538 Australian CEO Excellence Awards 2024 | 16 Having rightfully earned itself a spot as one of Australia’s most respected and adored football clubs, Brisbane Roar is an entity that boasts sporting achievements in abundance. Between cultivating some of the region’s most talented football teams, to empowering fans of the sport to participate in matches that are guaranteed to be invigorating and engaging, the club captures the very essence of football. Heading Brisbane’s celebration of this globally beloved sport is CEO and former professional player Kaz Patafta, whose tenure spent in the football scene places him in the perfect position to spread the joy of the sport - from the stands to the football pitch itself. Priding itself on its affinity for connecting football fans across Queensland and beyond, Brisbane Roar is a football club that understands what the sport means to many. Be they players, staff, club members, or attendees, it’s a game that’s notorious for uniting people from all walks of life, bringing them together under the same roof to enjoy a sport they each revel in seeing unfold. This engagement is integral to Brisbane Roar, and it has built itself around the community that it has fostered throughout the years. In doing so, it’s cultivated a wonderful reputation that sees it acting as both an honest and respectful rival on the pitch and a powerhouse of passionate play to spectators. In essence, Brisbane Roar aims to bring out the best in everyone involved with the club, no matter how minimally this may be. Amplifying the voices of those who love football is integral to its people, encouraging them to apply their best efforts each and every day. While few may overlook the importance of community within the sporting scene, Brisbane Roar has never once lost sight of what makes it special, and it has decreed to honour these very people in every tangible aspect. Since its inception, this has been the responsibility of the club’s CEO – a role onboarded by former Australian professional footballer Kaz Patafta in 2023. Since ascending to the position of club Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Kaz has integrated his detailed understanding of the sport to create something truly meaningful for players and enthusiasts alike. Formerly achieving a multitude of successes across the football world – from captaining the Australia under-17 national team at the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship to being recognised by a former Australian coach as ‘the most technically gifted player I’ve ever coached’ – Kaz knew exactly what it took to engage with the community, while simultaneously improving an already excellent entity. As a result of his input, Brisbane Roar has quickly ascended to its title as one of Australia’s most adored, respected, and appreciated football clubs. It’s an organisation that is committed to flourishing into a leader both on and off the pitch, whether it’s doing so on its home turf, or extending this drive to the Asia-Pacific region. Regardless, Kaz has fully immersed himself in ensuring his club has a positive impact on the lives of any who are interested in the world of football. Primarily, this is showcased through Brisbane Roar’s recent championship and league results, membership numbers, and fan base increase. Partnered with the growth of an engaged and passionate community, Kaz has demonstrated an exceptional affinity for elevating the status of an already beloved football club. Effortless in his approach, he has become a CEO that has not only earned the respect of Australia’s most discerning players, but that of members and enthusiasts too. As such, we believe Brisbane Roar has found itself a truly award-winning CEO in Kaz Patafta, and we can’t wait to see how his diligence and professionalism manifests as he continues to lead Brisbane Roar into a new era of football. Contact: Kaz Patafta Company: Brisbane Roar Web Address: https://brisbaneroar.com.au Sports CEO of the Year 2024 (Queensland): Kaz Patafta Aug24005
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