TEAM
Meet the expert advisory panel of Zurafa FC, a diverse team of financial experts, football enthusiasts, and industry trailblazers. With a deep understanding of both the financial and emotional aspects of the sport, this advisory panel is uniquely positioned to drive sustainable growth and success for the clubs we partner with.
Simon Van Kerckhoven
Simon is the founder of Zurafa FC. His advisory prowess has also benefited notable entities like City Football Group and Belgian football club, Lommel SK. Simon is also a successful author within the football industry following the publishing of his book: Professional Football Club Management.
Richard Lamb
Richard is an accomplished commercial expert. His impressive list of prior work includes pivotal roles at renowned clubs such as Manchester United, Internazionale and West Ham United, where he excelled as the Chief Revenue Officer.
Job Gulikers
Job is the embodiment of someone with a profound passion for dissecting the economic landscapes of football clubs. He shares his insights as a lecturer and researcher at HAN University in the Netherlands. Job regularly contributed at the Dutch Football Association.
Semra Hunter
Semra seamlessly blends her extensive industry experience with a masterful skill set in communication. With 10+ years as a multi-lingual football broadcast journalist, she's excelled as the global face of LaLiga, regularly hosting live shows and interviewing sports legends. Semra's versatility extends to producing, editing, and writing, making her an influential force in shaping the future of broadcast and digital sports communication.