press release: Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure makes new appointments to support growth
08 Feb 2024
Jonny Curley has been promoted to the Development Board as Director for Scotland / Alliance Leisure
Jonny Curley has been promoted to the Development Board as Director for Scotland. With more than 25 years in the sector, Jonny joined Alliance Leisure as Business Development Manager in 2022. Since then, he has driven the company’s leisure projects across Scotland, several of which start on site this year.
He said: “I was privileged to become part of the Alliance team two years ago and progressing to the board is a great honour. Alliance’s outstanding culture, team and leadership has been crucial to the company’s growth and I look forward to contributing to its continued progress in the years ahead.”
Alongside Jonny, Julia Goddard also becomes Regional Director after 22 years with the company having overseen 130 projects worth an investment value of £160m.
Stuart Thornton joins the company as Financial Director. A seasoned finance and commercial professional, Stuart has held a number of senior financial roles across a range of sectors most recently as Finance Director at the housebuilder Backhouse.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Alliance, a company that deservedly has a very strong and positive reputation in the industry. With a great culture and a strong team who have a track record of delivering exceptional results for clients, I know I will be working with the best in the business. I look forward to supporting them in the exciting times ahead,” said Thornton.
Jo Cameron also joins the team as Alliance Delivery Manager. The former Sales Team Manager at OneRen, the charitable trust providing leisure, culture and sporting opportunities in Renfrewshire, Jo has worked in both the private and public sectors. Based in Glasgow, she will support developments across Scotland in her new role.
And Steve Rose has been appointed as Alliance Delivery Manager serving the south east region. Steve, who has more than 15 years’ experience in and around the industry, has previously worked at Fusion Lifestyle, SIV and Sheffield City Council.
Paul Cluett, Managing Director of Alliance Leisure says: “I’m delighted to welcome these new members to the team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the UK, it’s an exciting time for Alliance Leisure as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. It’s imperative we have the right skills and expertise to service our continued growth. These appointments will help support our clients and the future success of the business.”
More press releases and updates from Alliance Leisure:
The launch of Mablethorpe’s new Station Leisure & Learning Centre marks the start of a once-
in-a-generation transformation of the Lincolnshire seaside town.
This month sees the official opening of a brand new, £9 million Health Hub in Nottinghamshire.
Based on Sport England’s Leisure Local model, the new community provision delivers a host of
leisure facilities designed to bring new active living opportunities to the whole community.
In recognition of its ongoing commitment to its people and the provision of a working
environment that supports success and prosperity, Alliance Leisure is celebrating the
achievement of an Investors In People Gold Award.
This month sees the opening of brand-new swim facilities at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre,
thanks to a £6 million investment secured by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council.
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government,
Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in
Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for
residents across the district.
Alliance Leisure: news from HCMmag.com and FitTechGlobal.com
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making
wellbeing a fundamental priority, with the launch of a raft of new facilities backed by £47.9m
(US$60.6m, €55.3m) of investment.
Alliance Leisure has been awarded funding of £13m to develop a new sports hub at Parsloes
Park in Barking.
Construction work has begun on a £13m community sports hub in Barking, East
London.
Denbighshire Leisure has recently launched its third generation dedicated Leisure Framework
naming Alliance Leisure as its continuing lead development contractor.
HCM NEWS: Jonny Curley joins Alliance Leisure
To kick off the new year, Alliance Leisure has announced the appointment of industry heavy-
weight, Jonny Curley, to drive leisure development across Scotland.
Alliance Leisure: featured in HCM and Fit Tech magazines
Interview: Sarah Watts
As Alliance Leisure celebrates its 25th anniversary, its founder and CEO tells Kate Cracknell why Alliance will never build another leisure centre
HCM People: Jamie Groves
Denbighshire Leisure’s turnover has increased by 25 per cent since 2021, so the developments have paid for themselves and more
Promotion: Alliance Leisure: building a better future
Health is a national asset that drives prosperity at an
individual and collective level. Alliance Leisure CEO,
Sarah Watts, explains how the organisation is supporting
communities through the reimagining of public sector leisure
Show preview: Elevate 2023
As the industry in the UK
gears up for this annual trade
event, HCM gives the lowdown
on what you can expect
Alliance Leisure
Tel: +44 (0)1458 877558
Email: [email protected]
Address:
2340/2440 The Quadrant,
Aztec West,
Bristol,
BS324AQ,
United Kingdom
Sarah Watts, ceo
Key personnel
Sarah Watts, ceo
Paul Cluett, managing director
James Foley, commercial director
Tom Fairey, development director
Paul Woodford, strategic engagement director
John Leaver, marketing & frameworks director
Julia Goddard, senior business development manager
Jonny Curley, senior business development manager
Paul Cluett, managing director
James Foley, commercial director
Tom Fairey, development director
Paul Woodford, strategic engagement director
John Leaver, marketing & frameworks director
Julia Goddard, senior business development manager
Jonny Curley, senior business development manager
Key customers
Local Authorities
Leisure Trusts
Universities and Colleges
Leisure Trusts
Universities and Colleges
Plans for the next 12 months
Our company goal as we emerge from
the pandemic is to stand side-by-side
with partners and not just help the
sector recover but truly thrive. We are
constantly innovating and are currently
exploring new activities, alongside best
in class health, leisure and wellbeing
solutions. We are committed to
continuing to measure the social value
created across our developments and
use the National Themes Outcomes
and Measures (TOMs) Framework.
Testimonial
"Over the coming years, Denbighshire Leisure will continue to work with Alliance
Leisure, breaking down investment barriers to ensure communities across the UK have
access to the facilities they need to live more active, health and prosperous lives."
– Jamie Groves, managing director at Denbighshire Leisure
– Jamie Groves, managing director at Denbighshire Leisure
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
