Gavin Owen-Thomas

Role

Founder and CEO, GotSport (GotSoccer).

Background

Born in Namibia, raised in East London, South Africa. Started GotSoccer in 1996 after working as a journalist and soccer coach. Has led the company for nearly 30 years, building it into the near-monopoly technology platform for U.S. youth soccer tournament and league operations.

Context

Controls the most strategically important infrastructure asset in U.S. youth soccer. A potential acquisition or partnership target. 30 years of founder leadership means succession planning and exit conversations are increasingly relevant.