meet the team
REBECCA WEBB
HEAD OF PARTNERSHIPS
Rebecca is an experienced professional in the commercial sector who has worked with Wigan Warriors for over 2 years having previously worked in multiple professional sporting environments over the last ten years or more.
Covering a full range of roles within commercial departments including Hospitality Team Leader, Conference and Events Planner, Commercial Administrator, Commercial Relationship Manager and Head of Match Day Hospitality, Ticketing and Retail, Rebecca has an outstanding level of experience in supporting the Club’s Partnership agreements.
Rebecca is a highly committed team player within the Wigan Rugby League family and is driven by building relationships with her Sponsors and Partners. As Head of Partnerships, Rebecca is responsible for developing relationships whilst managing the delivery of sponsor and partner contractual obligations.
For further information about partnership opportunities please contact Rebecca on 01942 762888 or via e mail r.webb@wiganwarriors.com.
HEATHER PICKUP
HEAD OF SALES
Heather is an experienced member of the Wigan Warriors team having worked in the Commercial Department for over 10 years.
Heather graduated from Liverpool University with a degree in Communications, Media and Popular Music in 2007 and initially spent some time gaining experience in Australia and New Zealand.
As Head of Sales, Heather is responsible for the Club’s sales, hospitality and advertising. She is passionate about customer experience and pursuing new business opportunities, helping to grow the Wigan Warriors family.
For further information about sponsorships, hospitality or advertising opportunities please contact Heather on 01942 762888 or via email h.pickup@wiganwarriors.com.
SAM CROSS
HEAD OF EVENTS
Sam has 16 years experience in the Commercial Department at Wigan Warriors. Before joining Wigan Warriors, Sam gained extensive experience in the Travel & Tourism sector.
As Head of Events, she is responsible for the planning, developing and overseeing of all club events. Outside of work, she has 2 young children she enjoys spending time with, and she instructs a fitness class.
Sam is highly organised, sociable and friendly, and enjoys seeing things through from initial planning to delivery. Sam manages the club’s event schedule – planning all events and working closely with the team to ensure that all events are delivered to a high standard and customers’ expectations are fully met.
For further information about club events or to book an event, please contact Sam on 01942 762888 or via email s.cross@wiganwarriors.com.
KATIE CUMBERBIRCH
SALES & PARTNERSHIPS EXECUTIVE
Katie initially joined Wigan Warriors upon leaving school and spent three years gaining higher-level qualifications via the Club’s Education Academy.
After gaining valuable experience across several different departments, Katie became a full-time member of staff in 2017 and progressed through the Club’s Commercial and Hospitality Team.
Continuing with the Commercial team, Katie is an integral member of the Sales and Partnerships team. With a keen passion for the Wigan Family, she continues to grow and develop whilst executing her role to the highest standards.
Please contact Katie for all sales enquiries on 01942 762888 or via email k.cumberbirch@wiganwarriors.com.
CATREONA COLLIER
PARTNERSHIPS ADMINISTRATOR
Catreona has also progressed through the Club’s Education Academy and gained valuable experience across the Club’s Commercial Department.
She has gained a degree in Sports Development and Coaching during her time with the club and now supports all aspects of the commercial team’s operations.
Catreona can be contacted at 01942 762888 or via email c.collier@wiganwarriors.com.
