jane bown
operations director
Jane has over 20 years’ experience in major sports and cultural events in the UK and internationally, including Australia, Azerbaijan, Qatar and the UAE. She specialises in venue management and large-scale event operations, including opening and closing ceremonies.
Her career highlights include the inaugural Invictus Games in 2014, the Mayor of London’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks, Major League Baseball in London, three UK Commonwealth Games, the Netball World Cup 2019, World Athletics 2017, European Games 2015, and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Jane brings operational excellence and meticulous planning to every event. Her focus is ensuring safe, seamless, and memorable experiences for participants, spectators and partners alike.