Draft:Jacques Faul
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Comment: Too many of these claims are not neutral "Faul implemented strategies to enhance sponsorship acquisition, player development, and operational efficiency, solidifying the Titans’ reputation as a top-performing team" and then followed up with a dead link. If this was a claim from an independent reliable source then maybe this would be fair, but that does not seem to be the case. This seems like a promotional piece. Cite his achievements inline with independent reliable sources. Archive the links with wayback machine. Also this is almost certainly WP:BLP so you need to add his birth date to the intro Czarking0 (talk) 02:41, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: "he prioritised financial stability and grassroots cricket development, ensuring sustainable growth for the union" I don't think your source says this and "ensure" does not seem encyclopedic Czarking0 (talk) 02:37, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: Should have inline citations for his education. Linking his PhD is probably not sufficient Czarking0 (talk) 02:35, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: Likely notable but we want to see WP:SIGCOV. Safari ScribeEdits! Talk! 09:51, 15 November 2024 (UTC)
Jacques Faul is a South African sports administrator involved in cricket management and governance. He has served as the acting CEO of Cricket South Africa (CSA) and CEO of the Titans cricket franchise.
Early life and education
[edit]Jacques Faul was raised in Klerksdorp, South Africa. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from North-West University, where his research focused on stakeholder management strategies during mega-events. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from the Management College of Southern Africa, with his thesis exploring the impact of multinational competitions on domestic stadium sponsorship in cricket: A critical review of base camp city stakeholder management during a mega-sport event.[1]
Faul also holds a Master of Laws from De Montfort University, specialising in sports law, and an Executive Certificate in Major Event Management from the University of Technology Sydney. He has also completed certifications in Labour Law and Sports Law from the University of Johannesburg and NWU.[2]
Career in cricket administration
[edit]North West Cricket Union
[edit]Faul began his career as the Marketing and Events Manager at the North West Cricket Union, later advancing to CEO. During his tenure, he prioritised financial stability and grassroots cricket development, ensuring sustainable growth for the union.[3]
Titans Cricket
[edit]In 2013, Faul was appointed CEO of Titans Cricket, one of South Africa's leading cricket franchises. Under his leadership, the team won multiple domestic championships. Faul implemented strategies to enhance sponsorship acquisition, player development, and operational efficiency, solidifying the Titans’ reputation as a top-performing team.[4]
Cricket South Africa
[edit]Faul first served as acting CEO of Cricket South Africa in 2012, following a financial mismanagement scandal involving the previous CEO. His priorities included restoring organisational stability and addressing governance issues.[5] He returned as acting CEO in 2019 during another crisis at CSA. He took steps to rebuild stakeholder confidence, address governance challenges, and improve financial management. Despite his efforts, Faul stepped down in 2020, citing ongoing governance issues.[6]
Academic contributions
[edit]Faul is a Professor of Practice and member of the advisory board at North-West University Business School.[7] He co-developed the Mastery in Global Event Leadership Short Learning Programme,[8] designed to equip participants with skills in managing mega and major events. Faul frequently lectures on topics such as sports law, stakeholder management, and crisis communication.[9]
Publications
[edit]In 2024, Faul published *Crisis Management in Sport*, a book providing practical strategies for navigating organisational crises. The book is frequently referenced in sports management literature.[10]
Advocacy and social initiatives
[edit]Faul has been involved in initiatives to promote diversity and inclusivity in cricket. He publicly supported the Black Lives Matter movement and acknowledged CSA’s challenges in transformation during the Social Justice and Nation Building hearings.[11]
Personal life
[edit]Faul is married and has a son. He maintains a private personal life, balancing family responsibilities with his professional commitments.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Faul, J. J. (25 January 2018). A critical review of base camp city stakeholder management during a mega-sport event (Thesis). North-West University.
- ^ "NWU Celebrates Prominent Alumni".[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Jacques Faul Resigns as CSA Acting CEO". 17 August 2020.
- ^ "About Titans Cricket".[permanent dead link]
- ^ "CSA's Former Acting CEO Reflects on Governance Challenges".
- ^ "Explainer: CSA's Crisis under Jacques Faul".
- ^ "NWU Business School Advisory Board".
- ^ "Short Courses | NWU Business School".
- ^ "Spring Sport Science Summit Speakers".
- ^ "Crisis Management in Sport".
- ^ "CSA Supports Black Lives Matter".
- ^ "Jacques Faul Biography". 25 January 2023.