Kit McConnell

Kit McConnell is an internationally respected sports executive currently serving as Chief Sport Officer for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. In this role, he leads the Sport and Athlete Division covering the strategic planning and delivery of the sport programme, working closely with athlete representatives, International Federations, NOCs and NPCs to ensure an athlete-focused and globally impactful Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Prior to joining Brisbane 2032, Kit was the Sports Director at the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from 2014 to 2025. During his tenure, he oversaw the renovation of the Olympic sport and event programme, managed relationships with International Federations, and led strategic initiatives including the integration of esports and innovation in sport delivery.

Kit’s career spans over two decades in global sport, including his role as Tournament Director for the Rugby World Cup at World Rugby (2002–2013), and earlier contributions to the Sydney 2000 Organising Committee and the IOC in various capacities between 1996 and 2002.

Holding dual nationality (Australian and New Zealand), Kit brings a deep understanding of international sport governance, Olympic operations, and stakeholder engagement.