CEO Announcement

Commonwealth Games Wales is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Edwards-Symmons as the organisation’s new CEO.

Following the retirement of Chris Jenkins after Birmingham 2022, Rebecca will join the organisation on December 5^th.

Helen Phillips Chair of the Board said ‘’The board are delighted to welcome Rebecca to join Commonwealth Games Wales at such a pivotal time for the organisation. As we embark on creating a new strategy that will continue to focus on giving our athletes, support teams and National Governing Bodies the best opportunities and experiences at a Commonwealth Games. We also intend to look outwardly to see how we can extend our commercial reach, our position as a major player of Sport in Wales, the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth.

Rebecca’s knowledge and experience of supporting a team, evolving a robust strategy, and extensive collaboration across a variety of sectors are attributes which are complimented by an engaging and passionate character that will continue to enthuse our work, staff and member organisations.’’

As a recent graduate from the CEO of a Sports Organisation programme with VSI Executive Education, Rebecca will arrive with a wealth of commercial, marketing, digital transformation, change management and leadership experience.

Following the retirement of Chris Jenkins after 17 years at the helm, Rebecca will lead Commonwealth Games Wales into a further process of transition which will also see several current board members coming to the end of their term during the next cycle. 

Rebecca said: “I can’t wait to lead our country into a very exciting cycle planning for a Youth Commonwealth Games next summer, and the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Australia.

“I am very fortunate to have a highly skilled board and fantastic staff to support me and I am really look forward to building on Chris’ amazing tenure. To follow such a leader is very special and I can’t wait to start my journey.”