And Its Smith Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, One Team said: So no reason given whatsoever? Wouldn’t expect a reason in the first statement. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted September 17, 2023 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Just now, RedM said: Mentions Pearson and Tinnion which is a bit odd. Not any other staff. I know he can't list them all but why those two? Perhaps the role is purely football orientated, hence the nod to those two? We know from the supporters club that ‘Bristol Sport’ do everything else, and don’t give City much flex. Maybe he felt powerless in his role that he could make any difference beyond Nigel and Tins? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Northern Red Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, RedM said: Mentions Pearson and Tinnion which is a bit odd. Not any other staff. I know he can't list them all but why those two? Especially as he didn't on the radio the other week. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Just now, And Its Smith said: Wouldn’t expect a reason in the first statement. Why would there be another statement...they sign contracts not to speak when leaving. Common practice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, One Team said: Yep, as in not safe hands under the Lansdown’s. The club wouldn't put anything out inferring that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Perhaps he was uncomfortable with the obvious disconnect between the new wage budget, financial austerity, nest eggs etc and the insistence to keep on talking about top 6, promotion etc. And told Guernsey so. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 3 minutes ago, RedM said: Mentions Pearson and Tinnion which is a bit odd. Not any other staff. I know he can't list them all but why those two? Think this is very telling….no mention of the board or owners. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, One Team said: So no reason given whatsoever? Why would you expect one? Unless you wanted to employ him and requested a reference from his previous employers which will unlikely say anything other than confirming their name, role title, employment dates and their reason for leaving, you'll unlikely find out. I'm sure there will be ample speculation and a narrative that suits people will soon be accepted as fact even if there isn't a shred of evidence to support it Edited September 17, 2023 by Bristol Rob 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Just now, Merrick's Marvels said: Perhaps he was uncomfortable with the obvious disconnect between the new wage budget, financial austerity, nest eggs etc and the insistence to keep on talking about top 6, promotion etc. And told Guernsey so. I suspect this is the most likely explanation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And Its Smith Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, spudski said: Why would there be another statement...they sign contracts not to speak when leaving. Common practice. Didn’t say there would be necessarily 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 4 minutes ago, RedM said: Mentions Pearson and Tinnion which is a bit odd. Not any other staff. I know he can't list them all but why those two? ....and no thanks to Steve for giving him the opportunity. At least he feels the "Team" is in safe hands though!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh1t_ref_again Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Classic OTIB, couple of weeks ago PA was slagged off for being annomous, then does radio interview and slagged off for being prerecorded and not taking questions. Leaves the club and the usual suspects are up in arms with conspiracy theories as must be all SL's fault without having a clue why he has allegedly been asked to resign As for the how shit are we as we have had 3 CEO's in 2.5 years brigade, that includes 1 everyone wanted to see gone, 1 who has gone up in the world to his dream job and now 1 we do not know why, but that makes us a shambles. 2 1 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, RedM said: Official statement released, from official site Phil Alexander has stepped down from his role as Bristol City Chief Executive Officer. Bristol City Chairman Jon Lansdown said: “On behalf of the Board I’d like to thank Phil for his contribution to the club, which included overseeing the end of the January transfer window and managing the recent summer window, and we wish him well for the future.” Phil Alexander said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time with Bristol City and the opportunity to be its CEO. The team is in safe hands under the leadership of Nigel Pearson and Brian Tinnion and I look forward to watching the progress over the coming season.” Says it all. 6 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: Why does Gavin Marshall get such an easy ride on OTIB? One of the big mysteries of life this. It's almost as if EVERYTHING must be suggested by John, approved by Steve and that's it. Because he’s the CFO, he “just” manages the money. 4 minutes ago, cidercity1987 said: Alexander's comments says it all for me Yep, no arse-licking to the Lansdown. I’m surprised the club let him get awAy with that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 3 minutes ago, lenred said: Very interesting to me that he mentions Nige and Tins finally. Giving credit to Nigel in particular is probably a sacking offence on it's own in Steve's eyes. 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bo Andersons dietician Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, sh1t_ref_again said: Classic OTIB, couple of weeks ago PA was slagged off for being annomous, then does radio interview and slagged off for being prerecorded and not taking questions. Leaves the club and the usual suspects are up in arms with conspiracy theories as must be all SL's fault without having a clue why he has allegedly been asked to resign As for the how shit are we as we have had 3 CEO's in 2.5 years brigade, that includes 1 everyone wanted to see gone, 1 who has gone up in the world to his dream job and now 1 we do not know why, but that makes us a shambles. Think people are more up in arms because a 27th CEO leaving in about 2 years further confirms the messy way the club is being run. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, lenred said: Very interesting to me that he mentions Nige and Tins finally. And not the Lansdowns 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Will be interesting to see if he's replaced quickly or if there's another "rigorous process" about to commence. Can't help but think it'll be the latter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Numero Uno said: ....and no thanks to Steve for giving him the opportunity. At least he feels the "Team" is in safe hands though!! That's what I noticed. They ALWAYS say that don't they. Sometimes its what is not said is more meaningful. will be interesting to see where his next role is too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh1t_ref_again Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, Bo Andersons dietician said: Think people are more up in arms because a 27th CEO leaving in about 2 years further confirms the messy way the club is being run. Please explain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 11 minutes ago, RedM said: Official statement released, from official site Phil Alexander has stepped down from his role as Bristol City Chief Executive Officer. Bristol City Chairman Jon Lansdown said: “On behalf of the Board I’d like to thank Phil for his contribution to the club, which included overseeing the end of the January transfer window and managing the recent summer window, and we wish him well for the future.” Phil Alexander said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time with Bristol City and the opportunity to be its CEO. The team is in safe hands under the leadership of Nigel Pearson and Brian Tinnion and I look forward to watching the progress over the coming season.” Nice quote! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loosey Boy Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, Kid in the Riot said: And not the Lansdowns This! Was probably pushing to get Nige’s contract sorted, to be told “no” by SL…. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Because he’s the CFO, he “just” manages the money. No he doesn't..... if he did then he would have SURELY be a name that was referenced during our FFP worries, and if he was a finance director, he would never have let things get to the point where there were concerns. We all know (because we have read it on here) that everyone else who isn't him is responsible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pongo88 Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 15 minutes ago, ExiledAjax said: If Steve is reading this thread then please take this opportunity to: 1. Remove Jon as a director. 2. Make the board of BCFC Limited: 1 CEO, 1 CFO, 1 DOF, and four Non-executive directors. 3. Try and have some diversity of background and thought amongst those 7 people. 4. If Jon must be on the board then make him one of the Non-executive directors. Otherwise, just give him the Head of Media/Design title that he deserves and be done with it. Get some corporate governance involved and sort it out. This is a very good suggestion apart from one thing. SL has previously said he likes things to be run with a committee of one - himself. City could have any official management structure but, in reality, it would be SL who made the important decisions 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, ZiderEyed said: Will be interesting to see if he's replaced quickly or if there's another "rigorous process" about to commence. Can't help but think it'll be the latter. @headhunter now’s your chance! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: And not the Lansdowns Think the more interesting wording is that he mentions "The TEAM" being in safe hands. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Just now, Loosey Boy said: This! Was probably pushing to get Nige’s contract sorted, to be told “no” by SL…. That was my point earlier. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 4 minutes ago, chinapig said: Giving credit to Nigel in particular is probably a sacking offence on it's own in Steve's eyes. Exactly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And Its Smith Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 Someone on twitter has suggested Tins as CEO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted September 17, 2023 Report Share Posted September 17, 2023 1 minute ago, Kid in the Riot said: And not the Lansdowns Though he did say how great they were in his RB interview. Didn't do him much good it seems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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