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IMPACT SPORT MANAGEMENT

Athlete Representation & Career Management

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Representation

Negotiating contracts that reflect real value.

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Career Strategy

Building long-term athletic and commercial success.

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Professional Support

Trusted guidance on and off the field.

Empowering athletes to elevate legacy

Impact Sport Management represents athletes with ambition. Founded by ex-professionals James Wells and Kelvin Wilson, we combine first-hand experience, industry insight and a people-first approach to every career we manage.

Meet The Team

Built By Athletes. Driven By Purpose.

We created Impact Sport Management to guide athletes through the pressures, decisions and opportunities that come with performing at the highest level. Our experience in elite sport shapes everything we do — honest advice, clear strategy and support you can trust.

James Wells

James launched Impact Sport Management to help elite athletes reach their full potential and achieve everything they’re capable of.

A former GB karate athlete and mixed martial artist, James secured two heavyweight world bronze medals during a standout career. His competitive background and instinct for opportunity shape the way ISM represents every athlete.

Kelvin Wilson

Kelvin shares James’ athlete-first philosophy and brings deep experience from the professional game.

A former Champions League defender with Celtic and a long-serving Nottingham Forest player with over 200 senior appearances, Kelvin is respected throughout football for his insight, professionalism and understanding of what players need to thrive.

How We Support Our Athletes.

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Athlete Representation

Negotiating contracts with teams, promoters, partners and sponsors to make sure every deal reflects your value and ambition.

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career management

Strategic planning to unlock full potential. Personal brand development to strengthen visibility, credibility and long-term opportunities.

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commercial acquisition

Identifying the right partners and negotiating endorsements that align with your goals and image.

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public relations

Press handling and media enquiries. Media training and image management. Social media strategy and guidance.

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personal support

Mentorship and one-to-one guidance. Concierge support. Financial management and Wellbeing support via trusted affiliate partners.

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our approach

We keep things simple: honest advice, smart decisions and support that puts the athlete first. No noise, no ego — just clear direction when it matters.

Trusted By Leading Brands.

Looking For Representation?

We work with ambitious athletes in boxing, football and other professional sports who are ready to take control of their career. From contracts and strategy to brand building and expert support, we’re with you every step of the way. Your ambition meets our experience — together, we make an impact.

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Ekow THE ENGINE
Essuman.

Fight Night: 9 May 2026
Co-Op Live Arena Manchester

Ekow returns to the ring with a proven track record and relentless drive. Ekow ’The Engine’ Essuman competes for the WBA Continental title with a 22-2-0 record amassing seven titles in seven years. Known for his relentless pressure and elite conditioning, he’s consistently ranked among the world’s best welterweights, ahead of Hall Of Fame legend Manny Pacquiao in The Ring’s top ten. His win over Josh Taylor in Glasgow cemented him as one of the most dangerous fighters in the division.

KEY STATS

Record: 22–2–0 | 9 KOs
Weight: Welterweight – 10st 7lbs / 147lbs
World Rankings: WBO #3 | WBA #8 | The Ring #10
Titles: English, British, Commonwealth, IBF European,
WBC International,WBO European, WBO Global
Promoter: Frank Warren (Queensberry)