Cricket West Indies, CWI, has appointed Rupert Hunter as the new chief commercial officer.
Hunter, previously served as head of Brand Partnerships at the International Cricket Council, ICC.
He will officially join CWI in October, based at the headquarters at Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua.
With 24 years of extensive experience in the sports industry, Hunter brings a wealth of expertise to CWI.
His career spans significant roles at global sports and entertainment agencies, including Bates Worldwide Advertising, World Sport Group, Havas Sports, IMG Media, and international federation rights holders like Six Nations Rugby.
At the ICC, Hunter led global sponsorships and partnerships, honing his skills in driving commercial success in international cricket.
Hunter will now lead the Commercial, Marketing and Communications Department, joining Nyssa Pierre, who was recently announced as the Communication and Media Manager.
This addition strengthens the senior executive team at CWI.
As part of the commitment to enhance human capital, the organization is undergoing structural changes aimed at further boosting its efficiency.