Premier League: Philip Beard resigns as CEO of Queens Park Rangers

The club Queens Park Rangers FC (Barclays Premier League) confirmed the resignation of its chief executive Philip Beard, who had held the position for three and a half years, on 13/02/2015. Philip Beard will officially step down on 15/03/2015. He was a board member of the London (ENG) bid to the 2012 Olympic games.

"The role of the CEO at QPR has changed in the wake of the recent senior management changes, especially on the football side of the club. Whilst the changes have been positive, the decision-making process is evolving all the time at the club and I felt now was a sensible time to move on to other opportunities," said Philip Beard on 13/02/2015.

• "In the short term we will continue to liaise with Phil regarding our long-term projects, ensuring a smooth transitional period prior to making a new appointment," said Tony Fernandes, QPR chairman, on 13/02/2015.
• After 25 matchdays, QPR are 17^th in the Barclays Premier League with 22 points.

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