LEE JOHNSON

As Coaching Manager for the FIFA Academies Program, I lead initiatives for the global development program involving 55 multinational coaches across FIFA Academies worldwide. My role focuses on designing and delivering coaching workshops, structured learning cycles, and continuous professional development to ensure alignment with FIFA's coaching philosophy and principles. I oversee the implementation of modern coaching methodologies , foster collaboration among international coaches, and ensure consistent standards of player and coach development within the program.

• Led multidisciplinary team of 45 academy staff across five departments to ensure holistic player development.
• Managed £1.3 million budget, generating £100,000 in player compensation fees for 2021/22.
• Achieved highest number of pro contracts offered via youth team in club history during 2021/22 season.
• Ranked 4th in productivity among 19 of 92 professional academies in 2021/22.
• Facilitated 177 combined first team minutes by academy players during 2021-22 season.

• Formulated coaching and playing philosophy for academy to strengthen coach and player development.
• Implemented coach competency framework, integrating CPD programme for mentoring and coach observation.
• Directed multinational coaching workforce within Academy, promoting professional growth and collaboration.
• Contributed as member of AMT and clubs Technical Board to drive strategic initiatives.

• Coached Men's Senior, U19, and U23 national teams during World Cup and Asian Championship Qualifiers.
• Directed scouting and recruitment, facilitating 32 players' debuts with senior team.
• Established national scout network to advance player development and lower squad average age.
• Achieved notable improvement in World Ranking from 174th to 96th.
• Secured SAFF Gold Medal for Men's Senior team, U23 Men's South Asian Games Silver Medal, and U19 Men's SAFF Silver Medal.

• Directed implementation of the federations national football strategy.
• Coached Men's Senior and U17/23 national teams for AFCON Qualifiers and international fixtures.
• Advanced FIFA World Ranking from 134 to 64th.
• Steered National Federation's strategic direction with $4 million budget oversight.

• Collaborated with various professional clubs and governing bodies to enhance coach education and youth development programmes through online and digital services across Europe and North America.

• Mentored academy players on and off pitch to foster holistic development.
• Coached academy teams across the foundation and youth development phases..
• Implemented support structures for Elite Player Performance Plan, including case study reviews.
• Collaborated with Inside Soccer to create an online platform for coach development.
• Delivered coaching seminars throughout North America, showcasing academy's coaching philosophy.

• Established and managed a sports coaching company with 4 full-time and 8 part-time employees.
• Delivered sports provision to schools, colleges, local authorities, and governing bodies across London and Southeast England.
• Developed new business opportunities for increased market reach.
• Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the business.

• Instructed and evaluated FA Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching Courses for County Football Associations, colleges, universities, and football clubs.
• Provided constructive feedback for each tutoring session to evaluate candidate performance and determine future needs.