Chris Rushton

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Chief Executive Officer at Gymnastics Queensland @ Gymnastics Queensland
australia
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Greater Brisbane Area, Australia
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About Chris Rushton

Having played, volunteered and now amassing close to 10 years’ experience in working and transforming sporting organisations, to me there is nothing better than being a part of a team who brings people together to create new and better opportunities for Australians to realise the benefits that only sport can bring. Since four years of age I have tried my hand at a number sports and have loved every minute of it (much to the detest of my parents who had to drive me everywhere every weekend!). After coming to the realisation that I wouldn't become Australia's next sporting superstar, I tried my hand at volunteering in community sport and studying sport and business at University.From leading the creation of a new community sports club in London (we even played the first ever game of Rugby League in Belgium!) which entered its 11th season this year, and returning to Australia to work for the National Rugby League, Queensland Rugby League and now Tenpin Bowling Australia, I have had many great experiences leading and being a part of teams in two vastly different sports where we have made a difference to people's lives by created new and better opportunities in sport from grassroots right through to high performance. As a father of two daughters (who think I go bowling all day every day…), who lives in Bris Vegas, loves a bit of travel, and who reads, talks, watches and listens to everything to do with sport and business, I’m always interested in connecting with successful organisations and individuals who are achieving great outcomes, driving change and creating a positive difference for all Australians through sport.

Chris Rushton's Current Company Details
Gymnastics Queensland

Gymnastics Queensland

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Chief Executive Officer at Gymnastics Queensland
australia
Website:
gymqld.org.au
Employees:
26
Chris Rushton Work Experience Details
  • Gymnastics Queensland
    Chief Executive Officer
    Gymnastics Queensland Mar 2020 - Present
  • Tenpin Bowling Australia Ltd.
    General Manager
    Tenpin Bowling Australia Ltd. May 2015 - Mar 2020
    Brisbane
    As the General Manager I develop and execute key strategies to grow and develop the sport whilst leading staff across participation, events, finance, sport operations, communications, marketing, high performance and education.I work closely with the CEO and TBA Board of Directors to achieve results whilst overseeing the daily operations of TBA and working with a wide and diverse range of stakeholders across the sport, industry and government to grow and develop all areas. Successes include working with the industry to bring tournament bowling back on TV for the first time in close to two decades, increasing government funding to deliver new national participation programs whilst also increasing the number of paid staff in the organisation.
  • Queensland Rugby League
    General Manager - Major Competitions
    Queensland Rugby League Aug 2014 - May 2015
    Brisbane
    As the General Manager – Major Competitions, I provided support to the CEO and Board and oversaw the operations of full time and part-time staff in the Major Competitions department. This position encompasses the overall implementation of the strategic direction of the QRL’s major competitions and representative programs. I managed all aspects of the major competitions including the flagship competition – the Intrust Super Cup which included the live match of the round broadcast agreement and logistics with Channel 9 as well as key projects including grand finals and awards dinner as well as consultation with major competition clubs and the NRL. Successes included the successful stakeholder engagement and planning for the 2015 season as well as the development and implementation of the QRL’s new concussion procedures and policy and successful management of a multi-million-dollar budget.
  • Queensland Rugby League
    Competitions & Representative Manager
    Queensland Rugby League Mar 2012 - May 2015
    Brisbane
    I oversaw the day to day operations of the five QRL Major competitions including Queensland’s flagship competition – the Intrust Super Cup. In this role I worked closely with the Major Competition General Manager and clubs to deliver successful competitions and events which developed and showcased the next NRL players, coaches and officials. In this role I also managed all aspects of the QRL’s representative programs which included all operations and logistics for the Queensland Under 16’s, 18’s, Women’s and Residents teams.Successes included the inclusion of the Papua New Guinea Hunters and Townsville Blackhawks into the Intrust Super Cup, increased funding from the NRL to Intrust Super Cup clubs and implementing the ground manager program to deliver better outcomes and compliance for clubs and the QRL.
  • National Rugby League
    Leaguenet Education And Support Manager
    National Rugby League Sep 2010 - Mar 2012
    Brisbane
    While in this position, I oversaw the Queensland Rugby League’s online database and registration system for over 500 clubs and 50 leagues across the State. During this time, I worked with a diverse range of stakeholders to support, train and educate them on how to best utilise websites, the online database and competition management software. In this role, I also assisted club and league administrators to improve processes to grow and develop their organisations. Successes included the implementation of a new streamlined player registration process across all QRL league and clubs to create efficiencies as well as delivering the first online player registrations for clubs in Queensland.
  • Hammersmith Rugby League Football Club
    Club Co-Founder And President
    Hammersmith Rugby League Football Club Oct 2008 - Aug 2010
    London, United Kingdom
    As the club co-founder I played an integral role in developing and implementing the concept, vision and strategy of a new community Rugby League club in West London. In this role I established the club’s committee and affiliation with the Rugby Football League (RFL) to establish the new club whilst managing the day to day operations of player and coach recruitment, finances, governance, facility hire, logistics and sponsorships. I was awarded the RFL West London Volunteer of the year 2009 and saw the club win tow premierships in 2009 and 2010, with being promoted to the Rugby League Conference in 2010. Other successes included attracting over 150 new participants to the sport, all players participating for free and playing the first ever game of Rugby League in Belgium. The club has now entered its 11th season.
  • Adept Recruitment
    Assistant Accountant - Contractor
    Adept Recruitment Mar 2005 - Aug 2010
    London
    During this time, I undertook a number of short term contracts as an assistant accountant where I prepared financial reports and managed, monitored and reported on budgets for business units, projects and events. I also conducted year-end audit analysis of sales revenue & reconciled bank statements whilst completing accounts payable and receivable tasks. During this time, I worked for government and companies in the media, hospitality, financial and IT industries.
  • Charles Sturt University
    Club Secretary - Charles Sturt University Rugby League Club
    Charles Sturt University Mar 2001 - Oct 2004
    Bathurst
    As the club secretary I oversaw the clubs registrations, the organisation and recording of meetings as well as the clubs internal and external communications and relationships. Successes included moving towards utilising a website to communicate to our community, attracting new players and moving into the local group 10 competition from the University competition.

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Chris Rushton works for Gymnastics Queensland

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Chris Rushton's current role is Chief Executive Officer at Gymnastics Queensland.

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Chris Rushton attended Charles Sturt University, Leading Teams, Governright, Tafe Nsw, Tafe Nsw.

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