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Organizational Leadership

Meet the team shaping the future of football talent development

Our Structured Excellence

ACUMEN SPORTS MANAGEMENT operates with a clear organizational structure where each team member has defined roles and responsibilities. This structured approach ensures comprehensive player development, professional representation, and seamless operations from grassroots to professional levels.

Governance & Committee Structure

Clear oversight for optimal performance

Technical Committee

Football Development & Strategy

  • Director of Football Operations
  • Head Coach / Technical Lead
  • FIFA-Licensed Agent (Consultant)

Primary Focus: Player development, technical strategy, and professional pathways

Operations Committee

Infrastructure & Support Systems

  • Media & Communications Officer
  • Travel & Documentation Officer
  • Facilities / Infrastructure Manager
  • Secretary

Primary Focus: Operational excellence, media exposure, and logistics

Welfare & Ethics Unit

Player Well-being & Ethical Standards

  • Welfare & Ethics Officer
  • Management

Primary Focus: Player welfare, ethical standards, and holistic development

Leadership Roles & Responsibilities

Detailed breakdown of each leadership position

Ibraheem Taoreed Adeyinka

Ibraheem Taoreed Adeyinka

Founder / Director of Football Operations

Leadership Strategy Governance

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Provide overall leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the academy

Football Development

Oversee football development philosophy, structures, and long-term objectives

Partnership Management

Lead partnerships with local and international clubs, academies, and football institutions

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with NFF, FIFA regulations, and other governing bodies

Taiwo Adebayo

Taiwo Adebayo

Media & Communications Officer

French & International Relations Media Production Digital Marketing

Core Responsibilities

Media Production

Produce high-quality video content, match highlights, and player documentaries

Brand Management

Manage the academy's media presence and brand image across all platforms

International Relations (French)

Coordinate with French-speaking clubs and manage relationships with Francophone football institutions

Multilingual Content

Prepare multilingual media content (English & French) for international exposure

Lateef Giwa

Lateef Giwa

Travel & Documentation Officer

Logistics Documentation Embassy Relations

Core Responsibilities

Travel Logistics

Handle all travel-related logistics for players and staff for trials and tournaments

Documentation

Coordinate passport processing, visa applications, and international documentation

Embassy Liaison

Liaise with embassies, travel agents, and international organizers

Compliance

Ensure compliance with immigration laws and international travel regulations

Ibraheem AbdulRaheem

Ibraheem AbdulRaheem

Welfare & Ethics Officer / International Relations Support

Arabic & International Relations Player Welfare Ethical Standards

Core Responsibilities

Player Welfare

Provide moral guidance, discipline, and ethical leadership within the academy

International Relations (Arabic)

Serve as cultural and language bridge for Arabic-speaking partners and Middle Eastern football institutions

Ethical Standards

Promote professionalism, discipline, and good conduct among players and staff

Conflict Resolution

Support conflict resolution and player welfare matters within the academy

Adekoya Oriyomi

Adekoya Oriyomi

Head Coach / Technical Lead

Coaching Player Development Technical Analysis

Core Responsibilities

Training Programs

Plan and execute all training programs and football development activities

Player Development

Develop players' technical, tactical, physical, and mental abilities

Match Preparation

Conduct match preparation, team selection, and performance evaluation

Talent Assessment

Provide technical reports on players for scouting and marketing purposes

FIFA-Licensed Agent

FIFA-Licensed Agent

Player Representation & International Transfers Consultant

FIFA Licensed Transfers Contracts

Core Responsibilities

FIFA Compliance

Advise the academy on FIFA regulations regarding transfers and player representation

International Opportunities

Facilitate trials, contracts, and professional opportunities for qualified players

Contract Negotiation

Support negotiation of player contracts, loans, and transfers with international clubs

Player Protection

Protect players' interests while ensuring academy sustainability and compliance

Rauf Kazeem Isaac

Rauf Kazeem Isaac

Facilities / Infrastructure Manager

English & International Relations Facilities Management Infrastructure

Core Responsibilities

Facilities Management

Oversee all academy facilities, infrastructure, and physical assets

Maintenance & Safety

Ensure facilities meet safety, hygiene, and operational standards

International Relations (English)

Coordinate with English-speaking international partners and facilitate communication with Anglophone football institutions

Operations Support

Support match-day and training operations by ensuring facilities are fully functional

Ayeni Adeola

Ayeni Adeola

Secretary / Administrative Officer

Administration Documentation Coordination

Core Responsibilities

Administrative Support

Provide comprehensive administrative support to all departments and committees

Documentation Management

Maintain accurate records, meeting minutes, and official documentation

Communication Coordination

Coordinate internal and external communications, appointments, and schedules

Office Management

Oversee office operations, supplies, and support services for optimal efficiency

Our International Relations Capabilities

Multilingual expertise for global football partnerships

French Relations

Led by Taiwo Adebayo for partnerships with French-speaking clubs and football institutions across Europe and Africa.

Coverage: France, Belgium, Switzerland, Francophone Africa

Arabic Relations

Led by Ibraheem AbdulRaheem for partnerships with Middle Eastern and North African football institutions.

Coverage: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Morocco

English Relations

Led by Rauf Kazeem Isaac for partnerships with English-speaking clubs and institutions worldwide.

Coverage: UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Anglophone Africa

Operational Excellence Framework

How our structured approach benefits player development

Clear Structure

Each department has defined roles and clear reporting lines, ensuring efficient operations and accountability.

Global Reach

Multilingual team covering French, Arabic, and English for comprehensive international partnerships.

Holistic Development

From technical training to international exposure and personal welfare, we cover all aspects of player development.

Connect With Our Leadership

Each member of our leadership team brings specialized expertise to ensure comprehensive player development and professional opportunities across global markets.

Contact Our Leadership Team