The Football Blueprint with Paul Barber | Episode 25

In this conversation, Paul Barber, CEO of Brighton, shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a pivotal figure in modern football. He discusses the importance of understanding both revenue and costs in business, the value of empathy in leadership, and the innovative marketing strategies he implemented during his time at the FA. Barber reflects on his experiences at Tottenham and Vancouver Whitecaps, emphasising the significance of building strong relationships with owners and stakeholders. He also highlights the role of data in player recruitment and the importance of character assessment. The discussion concludes with Barber's vision for Brighton's future and his passion for continuous learning through biographies.----------------------------------------------------------------------Music Update Notice:This episode does not include our usual intro and outro music. We’re currently awaiting feedback from Spotify regarding the future use of our licensed theme music following recent policy updates on music rights.We appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve this and ensure The Football Economy continues delivering high-quality conversations, uninterrupted, across all regions.