Simon Whitehead
@simonwhitehead
Senior pre-sales consultant turning sports science data into client value.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Pre-Sales Consultant with a deep foundation in high-performance technology solutions, data analytics, and performance modelling. I drive growth through consultative product demos, complex stakeholder engagement, and translating technical science into clear business value.
At STATSports, I’m recognised as the top-performing pre-sales consultant, delivering record conversion rates and global client success. I lead technical demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and workflow integrations across hardware, software, analytics, and cloud platforms—while providing sports-science insights that support measurable ROI outcomes.
Previously, I led the academy’s physical performance strategy as Head of Sports Science (Academy) at Burnley Football Club. I designed and delivered sports science programmes using performance data, analytics, and technology platforms to inform evidence-based decisions, coach/multi-disciplinary support, and senior leadership reporting.
I partner across product, software, marketing, medical, and recruitment teams to align feedback with go-to-market strategy and drive adoption. I’m results-oriented, target-driven, and focused on delivering measurable outcomes through continuous improvement, training, and enablement.
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Recognised as STATSports’ top-performing pre-sales consultant, delivering record conversion rates and driving adoption of the STATSports ecosystem across elite clubs, federations, and performance organisations. Led technical demos, proof-of-concepts, and workflow integrations across hardware, software, analytics, and cloud platforms while translating sports-science data into clear performance and
Head of Sports Science (Academy)
Burnley Football Club
Jan 2021 - Mar 2024 (3 years 2 months)
Led the academy’s physical performance strategy by embedding data-driven systems and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve player development and organisational efficiency. Designed and delivered sports science programmes integrating performance data, analytics, and technology platforms to support evidence-based decisions and streamlined reporting across departments.
Education
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University of Salford
Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning, Strength & Conditioning
2016 - 2017
Grade: Distinction
Completed an MSc in Strength & Conditioning, graduating with a Distinction.
Manchester Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sport & Exercise Science, Sport & Exercise Science
2013 - 2016
Grade: 1st Class Honours
Earned a BSc (Hons) in Sport & Exercise Science, graduating with a 1st Class Honours.
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