Guest OverviewA conviction in the power of sport to engage, impact and inspire communities, a relentless curiosity to explore new ways to apply innovative thinking to build educational outreach for one of the world's largest football clubs and brands, is this week’s guest, Head of Education & Innovation at Chelsea Foundation, Matt Mead.Growing up in the South of England, Matt’s upbringing prepared him and guided him into a life where coaching, education, technology and innovation collide. In the first 25 minutes we explore Matt’s upbringing and story before joining Chelsea.From 25 min onward we dive deep into his journey in education and innovation at Brighton and Chelsea; how Matt has used the Chelsea brand, the appeal of football to create educational outreach and innovative STEM programs in community programs.We also explore Matt’s positive impact beyond the UK, with US partnerships and his vision for the future of education.I hope you enjoy this authentic, honest, inspiring exploration of education and innovation with Matt Mead.What we discuss:The impact of a parental split on his early lifeThe development of his emotional intelligenceThe bedrock of sport during his upbringingHis route through educationHis decision to pursue a career in sports education His early love of coachingThe serendipitous experience that led him to a Montessori school in Florida aged 19His experience of camp AmericaThe impact of football clubs to communities across the UK vs the USHis early experiences with Brighton and then Chelsea FoundationThe importance of inclusion participation, inclusivity and giving back.Stem as an area of focus for his outreachGiving BackAll our quick fire questions!Links to SocialLinkedInEmailLinks in showBrighton and Hove Albion Chelsea FC Chelsea Foundation Digital Blue The Premier League Foundation Premier League Primary Stars Edge of the Box Club FC Harlem STEM Renaldo Lawrence Preacher Eric Thomas Kelvin BeachumMatt’s recommended book Getting Things Done by David Allan Phil Nutley Kicking and screening Scottish Football Club Montrose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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