Tony Pignata has made a name for himself as a successful CEO in the sports industry, with over 16 years of experience leading various football clubs in Australia. Pignata's most recent appointment is the Chief Executive Officer at Perth Glory Football Club, a professional football club that competes in the A-League. Prior to this, Pignata served as the CEO at Sydney FC, where he successfully turned around the club's fortunes, leading them to become the premiership and A-League Grand Final winners in 2016/17.

Tony Pignata's extensive education includes a degree in Business, Economics, Finance, and Accounting from Monash University, and a Master's in Sports Management and Legal Skills, Law, and Economics from the Institute of Law & Economics - The Complutense University of Madrid.

Throughout his career, Pignata has built strong relationships with a range of stakeholders including sponsors, broadcasters, media, and governing bodies in the sports industry. He has also worked with high-profile individuals and professional athletes and staff, as well as passionate and vocal football fans.

Aside from his professional experience in the sports industry, Pignata has also worked as a Strategic Business Development Manager at Optus, Senior Marketing Manager at HSBC Global Banking and Markets, and Head of Global Marketing - Wholesale Bank at National Australia Bank.