Our mission is to foster the global growth of rugby from the ground up.
On the pitch, we develop world-class rugby programs. Off the pitch, we offer comprehensive support in financing, digitization, marketing, and commercial realisation. Our team works closely with leading rugby franchises worldwide, assisting them in establishing, expanding, & developing their brands.
“At RCA we are hoping to generate growth within the game in a meaningful manner. We have worked hard to determine where the main sticking points are and are developing methods to either break through these boundaries or carefully navigate around them. Our first project with Syracuse University is a prime example of what we want to achieve as we seek to grow the game in the US through sharing effective coaching methods and focusing on youth development.”
John Lowry
Co-Founder & Chairman of RCA
Rugby Capital Advisors Team
- Successful entrepreneur with a very strong track record in the hedge funds industry where he took a number of companies from inception to successful exit.
- Built his last company ML Capital , an alternative funds platform from $3 million to almost $10 billion in assets under management on its sale to the Waystone group of companies.
- An active angel investor for over twenty years, he is currently chairman of the Hibernia Labs group , an early stage venture labs ecosystem.
- He continues to be involved with a number of privately held businesses , both as a shareholder and advisor, including Y11, a multi sports investment group.
- Founding partner of Hibernia Labs.
- Ger is experienced in leading the financial performance strategies, accounting and business systems for multi-national corporations and sports organisations.
- Oversees the research and acquisition of assets to drive commercial development within RCA and our partners.
- Martin is a technology thought leader & cyber security expert with experience in the design, implementation & governance of large-scale IT Architecture.
- Martin has built a financial institution system with total assets of €200+ billion.
- His experience as a consultant brings a unique mix of knowledge, best-practices and successful patterns that enable him to deliver quality technologies.
- Motivated business professional with expertise in data-driven decision-making and strategic analysis.
- Experienced in business analysis, market research, and project management through his work with Hibernia Labs, a venture lab ecosystem based in Dublin, Ireland.
- Proven to be an excellent communicator and collaborator with a keen attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Reuben comes from a background in top tier rugby coming the whole way through Leinster Rugby’s youth development and academy system and is club captain of Old Wesley RFC for the 2023/24 season.
Senior Advisor & Chief Strategist
- Dr. Darina Coffey, an expert in international law, brings a unique perspective to the development of Rugby in the USA.
- With her LLM (Distinction) in International Human Rights Law and a PhD in International Law specializing in nuclear non-proliferation law and policy, Dr. Coffey offers insights into governance structures and legal frameworks crucial for advancing Rugby in the United States.
- Her expertise in treaty non-compliance and economic sanctions can inform strategies for navigating regulatory challenges and fostering international partnerships to elevate the status of Rugby within the American sports landscape.
Advisors
Advisor
- An ex- Irish international and British & Irish Lion, Paul earned 46 caps for Ireland between 1995 and 2002. Paul also played representatively for Munster, Leinster and Saracens.
- Following his playing career, Paul has built a very successful career in the commercial real estate Industry across Ireland, Uk and Europe.
- His passion for healthy living extends to his newest venture in NatLo, a Drinks Agency for all-natural and low-sugar drinks in the Irish and UK markets.
- Paul’s network and knowledge has provided RCA with great successes in the past.
Our Partnerships
We take great pride in fostering strong connections with clubs and organisations.
Stade Francais
"Nigel Osborne, a co-founder of Rugby Capital Advisors, worked closely alongside Stade Francais during a turbulent and pivotal time for the club. He assisted across all elements of strategizing, including raising capital, key management appointments, player recruitment, and development of the on-field rugby programme.
Their knowledge, energy and support for our programme, and me personally as the Director of Rugby, was exceptional throughout and helped ensure that the club emerged in a much stronger position."
Richard Pool-Jones
Director of Rugby & Vice-President of Stade Francais
2011-2013
Rugby & French
Founded by Rugby Capital Advisors (Co-Founder) Nigel Osborne, Rugby & French (R&F) is a residential camp hosted in Biarritz, France since 1999. R&F provides youth players with the opportunity to develop their rugby skills, as well as to learn French through classroom sessions and an array of outdoor activities."
The camps aim to use rugby as an educational tool and shine a light on the positive relationship that exists between sports and education.
Testimonial
A collection of testimonials highlighting our impact on rugby worldwide.
“The University is committed to becoming a leader in collegiate club sports offerings, and our partnership with an exceptional organisation like Rugby Capital Advisors helps us further that goal. “We are excited for the future of our rugby programmes and look forward to building close ties with RCA in the coming years that will hopefully benefit us both.”
Kent Syverud
Chancellor of Syracuse University