HAYTHORN SPORTS & EVENTS - Key Persons


Jody Hayes

Job Titles:
  • Our Founder and Managing Director
Our Founder and Managing Director Jody Hayes was born in Northern Ireland in 1980 before moving to England in 1987. His love of all things sports related dictated his educational career, gaining an Advanced GNVQ in Leisure & Tourism and then graduating with a BA (Hons) Sports Studies degree from renowned sports university, University of Chichester. Post-graduation, Jody has held a number of roles in the sports industry, including positions at Southampton FC, Goodwood Racecourse and most recently with a hospitality cross over as Director of Sales for Sports & Partnerships within the worlds largest hospitality company. It was here that he honed his knowledge and skills of team stays working with professional sports clubs as well as developing an extensive global network of contacts in the hotel industry. Outside of work, Jody loves spending time with his wife and son and can often be found trying to perfect his favourite hobby of Golf!