IMG has announced several senior-level executive changes, including the departure of Chris Guinness, global head of commercial for rights, and the appointment of Barney Francis, chief business officer of IMG. Guinness will step down from his position in July 2026, while Francis will lead IMG's integrated commercial teams across the business. In addition, IMG will appoint a "chief client and operations officer" responsible for key areas including client service and operations across multiple areas. The new structure will align the company's commercial and client operations.