Nicolas Duchoud
Chief Strategy Officer
Experience
Nicolas is an international sports business executive with over 25 years of experience at leading companies such as ISL Worldwide, IMG and Eurovision, and major international event organisers such as the 32nd America’s Cup and the multisport European Championships.
With a sharp eye for commercial growth and a deep understanding of the sports ecosystem, Nicolas has helped shape and deliver successful marketing and broadcast campaigns for major rights holders (FIFA, UEFA, FIBA, World Swimming), top athletes, emerging sports, and innovative properties. His career spans Olympic sports, football, basketball, sailing and motorsport, always with a focus on creating long-term value for clients, brand and broadcast partners.
Druid
Nicolas has joined Druid Sport in 2024 at an exciting time in the international growth trajectory of the agency. He is defining the team the strategic vision, expand its global footprint and accelerate ongoing sustainable business growth
Qualifications
Nicolas has successfully managed multi-million sponsorship, media and hosting rights including for UEFA EURO 2012, World Swimming Championships and multiple European governing bodies, led broadcast and event management teams and designed & delivered new event concepts. He holds a business degree, speaks fluently in French, English, Spanish and German, and had the honour to play international matches for the Swiss football national team U19.
Favourites
He loves and practices many sports but alpine skiing, (e-)mountain biking and football would be among his favourites. Favourite sporting moment would be when Switzerland beat France at Euro 2021.
