CyderInACan Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-appoint-new-supporter-liaison-officer/ good move surely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted December 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Full text: CITY APPOINT NEW SUPPORTER LIAISON OFFICER City have announced the appointment of Matt Parsons as the club’s new Supporter Liaison Officer. The 36-year-old City supporter arrives from Premier League club Arsenal, where he previously led their events team for six years, engaging in countless fan events. Parsons will take up the role immediately, fulfilling the position on a full-time basis after a year of a ‘job share’ between the club’s head of communications Adam Baker and Bristol Sport’s head of supporter services Rachel Lemar. City chief executive officer Mark Ashton told bcfc.co.uk: “The role of Supporter Liaison Officer is an important one, for both fans and the club, and it’s something we have been looking at for some time. “Bristol City fans deserve a full time Supporter Liaison Officer and we believe Matt will be able to provide an important bridge between the club and the fanbase. “He’s already spent time speaking to internal stakeholders, as well as attending our games in the stands, both home and away. He will now spend time meeting the fanbase, including our various supporter groups, to see what he can do to enhance their experience at Ashton Gate and on the road following the team.” Hooked on football since watching Italia ’90, Parsons attended his first game at Ashton Gate against Plymouth Argyle months later. He spent time at the University of the West of England, often trying to entice his friends to BS3. On moving to London in 2004, Parsons even set up an unofficial Putney Supporters Club for City fans! Parsons joined Arsenal in 2011 as events manager, leading a team centred around matchday activities at the Emirates Stadium, as well as away day experiences for Gunners fans. Working as part of the team arranging events globally, Parsons also travelled to meet Arsenal fans around the world as part of his role – and also worked hand-in-hand with the Arsenal community and foundation setups. Parsons said: “My immediate aim is to get out and meet as many fans as possible. I want people to see that I’m approachable, both at Ashton Gate and on away days. “I like nothing more than talking about football and Bristol City and I’m really keen to look at how we can all work together and create something that as fans we can all be proud of. “I will work closely with the Supporters Club & Trust, the Fan Advisory Network, the Senior Reds, as well as other focus groups to understand the issues that we have as fans. “In my position, I’ll be able to speak openly and honestly to the relevant people on a day-to-day basis to find solutions that are right for both the fans and the club. “I love how proactive our fanbase is; seeing the flags and crowdfunding pages set up by Section 82 being a prime example, and I see my role as supporting and enabling as much as I can to maximise the impact supporters can have.” Parsons added: “I want to be easily accessible on matchdays and will be in the Supporters Club & Trust bar from 3pm to 4.30pm on Saturday – so come and say hello!” Fans will also be able to contact the new SLO via email – matt.parsons@bcfc.co.uk – as well as on Twitter (@MattParsonsBCFC) and via the online Fans Forum OTIB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Good. Definitely a step in the right direction. I really hope they’re allowed to challenge the club where appropriate and aren’t just there as a tick in a box. The previous arrangement clearly didn’t work so pretty pleased to see it seemingly being taken more seriously. Hope they make themselves available on here and social media. Not the easiest job in the world so best of luck Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 I ' nose ' ee ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted December 28, 2017 Admin Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Agree that it is a step in the right direction it wasn't fair lumping it on Adam when he clearly does a great job from the media side of things and clearly didn't have the time to do both roles Just need to get him on here now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Sounds like a good appointment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumRed Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Well that all sounds very impressive, welcome Mr Parsons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 6 minutes ago, phantom said: Agree that it is a step in the right direction it wasn't fair lumping it on Adam when he clearly does a great job from the media side of things and clearly didn't have the time to do both roles Just need to get him on here now Exactly. Let people concentrate on their specialism - the media team is thriving this season. The GIFs will be used in University case studies for sports marketing. Just about the perfect use of social media. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Grovesy Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 A Nailsea boy. A great appointment - welcome Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reformed_red Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Well from that write up he deffo sounds like he's got decent DNA. Welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Skin Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 15 minutes ago, CyderInACan said: Parsons added: “I want to be easily accessible on matchdays and will be in the Supporters Club & Trust bar from 3pm to 4.30pm on Saturday – so come and say hello!” Not that accessible, then. Surely, all supporters will be watching the game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reformed_red Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Can he play RB??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Just my two pence worth. From what I’ve seen and heard so far, (have met him briefly) I’m impressed. Fingers crossed he can be allowed to challenge things when needed, rather than this just being a box ticking exercise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, Red Army Faction said: Not that accessible, then. Surely, all supporters will be watching the game? Kick off is at 5:30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 17 minutes ago, CyderInACan said: Parsons added: “I want to be easily accessible on matchdays and will be in the Supporters Club & Trust bar from 3pm to 4.30pm on Saturday – so come and say hello!” Fans will also be able to contact the new SLO via email – matt.parsons@bcfc.co.uk – as well as on Twitter (@MattParsonsBCFC) and via the online Fans Forum OTIB. So his accessibility to everyone means hiding in a bar you can only access if you are a SCAT member. Good start. (Someone had to say it!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, Red Army Faction said: Not that accessible, then. Surely, all supporters will be watching the game? Late KO… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Skin Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: Kick off is at 5:30 3 minutes ago, exAtyeoMax said: Late KO… Oh yeah! Thanks for putting me right! Welcome Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: So his accessibility to everyone means hiding in a bar you can only access if you are a SCAT member. Good start. (Someone had to say it!) If anyone wants to talk to him. Come see me on the desk and I’ll happily let you in to chat to him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Red Army Faction said: Oh yeah! Thanks for putting me right! Welcome Matt. wouldn't want you to miss the match… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Dollymarie said: If anyone wants to talk to him. Come see me on the desk and I’ll happily let you in to chat to him you haven't locked him in as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Dollymarie said: If anyone wants to talk to him. Come see me on the desk and I’ll happily let you in to chat to him @Arthur Daley has banned us from entering the darkside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 15 minutes ago, Red Army Faction said: Not that accessible, then. Surely, all supporters will be watching the game? It's a 5.30pm ko............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/matt-parsons-44126923 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Anyway - I just fired off an email to him - have a guess what's it's about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Robbored said: Anyway - I just fired off an email to him - have a guess what's it's about? Minibus parking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Robbored said: Anyway - I just fired off an email to him - have a guess what's it's about? Cou d i po s bly b a out th d d y t nn y in t e d man? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Can we not have "Joe Bryan is sponsored by" after a goal etc. That's one thing I'd like to ask… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolcitysweden Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Welcome Matt! You will be invited to the scandinavian branch annual meeting before a home game in October next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 19 minutes ago, exAtyeoMax said: you haven't locked him in as well? Nah Mr Dolls said I couldn’t keep anyone else in there. 19 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: @Arthur Daley has banned us from entering the darkside. Well you just raised a smile when I read him that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 15 minutes ago, Robbored said: Anyway - I just fired off an email to him - have a guess what's it's about? Well if he is in the bar you haven't got an excuse not to meet him this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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