Leading a Nation - The CEO Show Episode #7: Marlon Glean

Описание: Today, we’re going headfirst into the realities of football leadership at national association level. In this episode, we’re joined by Marlon Glean, President of the Grenada Football Association, to explore his remarkable journey from grassroots football to leading the game in his country.

Marlon reflects on his lifelong love for football, from playing college soccer in the United States, to always being recognised as a leader throughout his youth career. He shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path, including quitting his job in New York City to return to football, moving from NYC to Zurich to work with FIFA, and ultimately stepping into one of the most challenging roles in the sport.

The conversation also looks ahead, as Marlon discusses the Grenada National Team’s preparation for the FIFA Series, including the historic milestone of playing in Africa for the first time. He offers rare insight into the realities of running a football association, from financial insecurity and governance challenges to the biggest misconceptions about what football administrators actually do.

Alongside leadership philosophy and faith, Marlon opens up about new developments within Grenadian football and recounts the controversial story of convincing the Grenada Government to allow the national team to play in Russia, highlighting the complex intersection of football, politics and responsibility.

This episode is an honest, thoughtful look at leadership, sacrifice and belief, and what it truly takes to grow football at national level.

In Today’s Show We Discuss:
1. A Unique Leadership Journey
From college soccer to FIFA and FA presidency.
The sacrifices required to follow purpose.
Why leadership showed itself early in his career.

2. Leading a National Football Association
The realities of running an FA.
Financial insecurity and governance challenges.
Breaking misconceptions about football administrators.

3. Grenada Football on the Global Stage
Preparing for the FIFA Series.
Why playing in Africa matters for the national team.
New developments shaping the future of Grenadian football.

4. Leadership, Faith & Responsibility
How faith shapes Marlon’s leadership philosophy.
Navigating politics, controversy and accountability.
Making decisions with long-term impact.

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