Thierry Cenatiempo, president of Nîmes Olympique, expressed optimism ahead of a match against Hyères, emphasizing the club's recent progress and positive changes. Cenatiempo was joined by Adrien Farras, co-founder of Keewe, and Bruno Ferrier, deputy mayor of Nîmes for Sports, who are among three new kit partners for the club. The fourth partner is Clean Compagnie, a local Nîmes company. Keewe, a Paris-based firm that helps businesses handle international payments, was introduced to Cenatiempo by Philippe Noyer, president of Eldera, an existing club partner.
Farras mentioned that Keewe would not appear on the team’s kit as long as the team is winning, a decision based on superstition. The partnership with Nîmes Olympique is expected to last at least two years, with potential financial contributions exceeding six figures by the end of the season. Clean Compagnie will be featured on the kit in the next match. Nicolas Fabrol, founder of Clean Compagnie in 2018, stated the company wanted to support the club's return to a more legitimate position. A third kit partner, Columbus Voyages, is expected to join, influenced by Keewe.
Cenatiempo’s strategy involves combining local and international partners. He mentioned that several local and regional entrepreneurs plan to invest in the club’s capital, with additional support from external investors. The club's capital increase is expected to reach at least one million euros in stages. Kévin Denkey, a former player, remains an active investor. However, Cenatiempo clarified that Jérôme Meary, a player agent, cannot invest in the club.
The club is preparing for a review by the DNCG, a French sports governance body, with documents due by October 31. Regarding a reported deficit, Cenatiempo stated the actual deficit is less than previously announced (500,000 euros) and is covered by existing capital. He acknowledged past financial errors, including underestimating infrastructure costs and travel expenses, and mentioned contacting fans about fines. It remains to be seen if the DNCG will reach the same conclusion in a month.
Nîmes Olympique Announces New Partnerships and Financial Strategy
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