Richard Maynard goes it alone

[Lightsoot]

Fascinating story this which I stumbled across when browsing Boxing Scene. Maynard has been Frank Warrenns's PR guy for years, what a book he could write. Anyway, he's leaving next month to go it alone and is setting up his own sports PR agency and already has a couple of clients.

Richard's had to contend with a lot over the years, and has had to raise his son alone when his wife tragically passed away. He thinks now is the right time to pursue a new direction. Fair play to him. But what's the real reason? Come on, there must be one? Maynard's been loyal member of staff for over ten years, probably closer to 15.

Terry's piece was good but a bit flowery but he obviously can't go to certain places. Maynard only sparingly referred to his soon to be former employer and there were no quotes from the other side. The piece even mentioned that Maynard has a good relationship with Matchroom's PR guy, Anthony Leaver.

Jesus wept. Since when did Boxing people play nicely? They don't. But for me this is a very significant development that has flown under the radar. Fasten your seatbelts.

[CharlesListon]

PR guys get on......it's kind of their job.

I don't think there is anything in it. The guy worked for Frank for 17 yrs and had the safety net of being an employee. Now his kid is older he feels he can start out on his own. Good luck to him.

For what it's worth, everyone I've ever met that worked for Frank will not have a bad word said against him.

[bripez]

Anyway, he's leaving next month to go it alone and is setting up his own sports PR agency and already has a couple of clients.

He thinks now is the right time to pursue a new direction. Fair play to him. But what's the real reason? .

So a Sports PR person wants to go in a new direction by doing Sports PR ? ....... sounds like PR spin to me !

[Terry Dooley]

Fascinating story this which I stumbled across when browsing Boxing Scene. Maynard has been Frank Warrenns's PR guy for years, what a book he could write. Anyway, he's leaving next month to go it alone and is setting up his own sports PR agency and already has a couple of clients.

Richard's had to contend with a lot over the years, and has had to raise his son alone when his wife tragically passed away. He thinks now is the right time to pursue a new direction. Fair play to him. But what's the real reason? Come on, there must be one? Maynard's been loyal member of staff for over ten years, probably closer to 15.

Terry's piece was good but a bit flowery but he obviously can't go to certain places. Maynard only sparingly referred to his soon to be former employer and there were no quotes from the other side. The piece even mentioned that Maynard has a good relationship with Matchroom's PR guy, Anthony Leaver.

Jesus wept. Since when did Boxing people play nicely? They don't. But for me this is a very significant development that has flown under the radar. Fasten your seatbelts.

Thanks for the plug, Ben, and, yeah, it probably was a bit flowery, but there's always the memoirs: http://www.BS.com/richard-mayn ... re--103944.

In this instance I don't see a deeper conspiracy. Richard's day starts early, has a lot going on during it and then he has to leave work, commute home and take up the job of looking after his son. I've often arranged calls around his pick ups and drop offs so know he is flat out most of the time playing both roles. Then some hapless berk like myself might do something that causes a rumpus on a Friday evening and he's straight back into action.

He said himself that it is a "now or never" moment for him as he has hit 40 and has always dreamt of striking out on his own. It also means he can work from home more often, which will be important as his son grows older and joins more after school clubs etc.

I was going to grab something from Andy Ayling, but I imagine they'll wish him well in one of Warren's columns or a seperate piece. This was more about what he has done, what he wants to do next and where he thinks online writing is going.

As for the flowery bits, a few people complained about them on Twitter but f*ck it—I have some devilment in me so enjoyed the thought of giving rival sites and some writers the arse, why not? The Americans aren't too shy when it comes to accepting plugs. I knew people would grumble about them but I give even less of a sh*t about the whole thing.

He mentioned that loads of people want to break into boxing. Now we've got Twitter it seems it's all about being a Twitter personality, because actually breaking into the sport properly takes a lot of time, uses up a lot of your money and requires the ability to try to approach things from both sides, which is something I've done as often as possible with the little spare time I have. So we went a bit full on bromance, Richard, Rick, Jake and I, because between us we've put decades of unpaid work into something we truly love, and hate at times.

[Lightsoot]

Good for you, Terry. It's an excellent piece and I love your stuff. I'm just being critical because I've done it and I love the story behind the story.

You've actually made me want to scratch the itch again. Would the Scene entertain me? I have limited time these days.

Anyway, really surprised this hasn't had more replies. Still wonder if Richard's departure has more to it but I'll reserve judgement :-)

[DavidPayne]

Didn't read or sense any other story to me Ben. Nice guy, respected widely.....

[TheGoods]

Dealt with Richard a few times when I worked for The Sporting Life. Proper, proper gentleman. I hope he smashes it.

[magwitch]

PR guys get on......it's kind of their job.

I don't think there is anything in it. The guy worked for Frank for 17 yrs and had the safety net of being an employee. Now his kid is older he feels he can start out on his own. Good luck to him.

For what it's worth, everyone I've ever met that worked for Frank will not have a bad word said against him.

Nice to get some balance. Most of what gets written about him is negative- on here anyway. Even though technically he’s a ghost that’s off limits.

[Terry Dooley]

Good for you, Terry. It's an excellent piece and I love your stuff. I'm just being critical because I've done it and I love the story behind the story.

You've actually made me want to scratch the itch again. Would the Scene entertain me? I have limited time these days.

Anyway, really surprised this hasn't had more replies. Still wonder if Richard's departure has more to it but I'll reserve judgement :-)

Sure, we'd love to have you on Scene. PM me your email address.

[The Law]

Good luck to Richard. He was always courteous whenever I met him. I'm sure he will continue to be successful.

[Sklar]

Good for you, Terry. It's an excellent piece and I love your stuff. I'm just being critical because I've done it and I love the story behind the story.

You've actually made me want to scratch the itch again. Would the Scene entertain me? I have limited time these days.

Anyway, really surprised this hasn't had more replies. Still wonder if Richard's departure has more to it but I'll reserve judgement :-)

Sure, we'd love to have you on Scene. PM me your email address.

Bloody hell. Carey coming out of retirement. What next, Ace of Base topping the charts again?