George Wells

Head of Commercial & Operations

I originally joined Middlesex FA in 2008 as an Administrator having graduated from Davenport University, Michigan. I spent a year in that role before becoming Office Manager and PA to the CEO, Peter Clayton. Since then, I worked at The Football Association in the National Game and Marketing departments for four years followed by holding the role of Operations Manager/Acting CEO at Hertfordshire FA from 2014-19. I returned to Middlesex FA in January 2019.

As Head of Commercial and Operations, I’m responsible for the facility business plan, commercial strategy and overseeing our marketing and communications strategy. My role oversees the two separate sides to our business, Middlesex FA and Middlesex Community Football Centres.

In my spare time I also coach for Arsenal Women’s Academy and enjoy spending time with my wife and two sons. I once held the role of Opening Ceremony Coordinator at the 2011 Champions League Final at Wembley Stadium between Barcelona and Manchester United. 

Phone: 020 8515 6901 or 07722 142290

Email: marketing@middlesexfa.com

Jacob Ballheimer

Communications & Marketing Officer

Jacob started work with Middlesex FA in November 2015 holding a number of roles within the organisation, currently occupying the role of Communications & Marketing Officer.

Jacob works closely with all in the Middlesex FA team, supporting them with their communication and marketing needs, maintaining the business's website & social media channels. He also works closely with Samantha to support the delivery of the County Cup Finals programme, he also leads on the Annual Grassroots Football Awards.

Outside of the office, Jacob plays in goal for Harefield United's First Team and is a Level 7 Referee.

Phone: 020 8515 1921

Email: marketing@middlesexfa.com

Josh Harnett

Business Operations Administrator

Josh started work with Middlesex FA in November 2021 under his role as Business Operations Administrator.

Josh’s main roles consist of working alongside the Rectory Park Facility Team, being responsible for all their marketing and operational tasks. Josh also assists Jacob and George in their Marcomms team to ensure fluidity between MFA and Rectory Park.

Outside of work Josh also works as a Hospitality Host and Supervisor at Wimbledon Championships, Arsenal F.C., Wembley Stadium and West Ham United

Phone: 020 8515 6908

Email: info@middlesexfa.com & rectorypark@middlesexfa.com

Katie Phillipson

Head of Participation & Development

Katie joined the Association in April 2018 as Workforce Development Officer before being appointed in her current role in October 2019.

Her main responsibilities include Facility & Investment Lead, Strategic Lead for Women’s & Girls’ Football and managing and supporting the Participation & Development team.

Outside of the office, Katie is a grassroots coach, player and FA Coach Developer.

Phone: 020 8515 1927 or 07739 984024

Paul Sharpe

Coach Development Officer

Paul joined Middlesex FA in July 2005 and as Coach Development Officer he is now responsible for the support & development of the coaches in the County and leads on ensuring the Association’s member clubs meet the standards on & off the pitch through the England Football Accreditation programme.

Outside the office, Paul is a Luton Town season ticket holder and a coach with a local ladies team.

Phone: 020 8515 1923

Email: development@middlesexfa.com

Andrew Perren

Participation Development Officer

Andy has been with Middlesex FA since August 2008 and worked as the Association's Recreational Football Development Officer until February 2018 when he assumed the role of Centre Manager for the Association's new HQ, Rectory Park, in April 2022, Andrew moved back into the Development Team, and took up the role of Participation Development Officer.

In this role, Andy's main responsibility is to develop, manage and monitor local development and delivery with all partners. 

Phone: 020 8515 1911

Email: development@middlesexfa.com

Lauren Mawdsley

Inclusion Development Officer

Lauren joined Middlesex FA in June 2020 as the Disability Development Officer before taking on a new role as Inclusion Officer from September 2020.

Her role involves developing, managing and monitoring all disability provision and programmes across the county in addition to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion is at the forefront of the work we do.

Outside of work, Lauren is a qualified Personal Trainer and helps others to lead healthy, active lifestyles.  

Phone: 020 8515 1920

Email: development@middlesexfa.com

Sian Osmond

Womens Recreational Football Officer

Sian started working for Middlesex FA in February 2021 as a Women’s Recreational Football Officer.

Sian’s role is linked to the build up to the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Competition with the aim of growing the offering of women’s recreational football across Brent, Ealing & Hounslow as the host boroughs for the tournament.

Outside of work, Sian is a UEFA A coach and coaches FAWNL team London Bees.

Phone: 020 8515 1912

Email: development@middlesexfa.com

Peter Kakouris

Duty Manager - Hospitality & Events

Peter started working here at Rectory Park in August 2018 undertaking the role of Duty Manager, as well as taking the lead in Kitchen Management; Peter has vast amounts of experience in catering and is using these skills to run our Cafe/Bar area. He has also taken a lead on functions held in the centre.

Email: rectorypark@middlesexfa.com

Phone: 020 8515 1919 Opt.1

Szymon Stachowicz

Duty Manager - Facility Maintenance

Email: rectorypark@middlesexfa.com

Phone: 020 8515 1919 Opt.1

jacqueline Luckhurst 

Duty Manager

Email: rectorypark@middlesexfa.com

Phone: 020 8515 1919 Opt.1