Brentford have announced two new directors with influence at the club and additional investment from two of their current minority owners.
Blackstone executive Prakash Melwani and Sir Lucian Grainge, chairman of Universal Music Group, have joined the board of Best Intentions Analytics Limited, the club’s holding company.
Gary Lubner and filmmaker Sir Matthew Vaughn have increased their minority holdings, with Matthew Benham still the club’s majority owner.
Last year, Benham transferred his shares into a holding company – Best Intentions Analytics – with a view to using the firm as a vehicle to attract more investment.
“This increased investment reinforces their joint commitment to supporting Brentford’s ambitions for continued growth on and off the pitch,” the club said in a statement.
Vaughn said: “When Gary and I closed our first round of investment, we knew we were on to something good. And six months on, that’s proving to be true with a competitive squad, a brilliant head coach and an off-pitch team that’s second to none. It’s a privilege to be part of the Brentford family.”
On joining the board, Lubner added: “Brentford stands for more than just football excellence. Its commitment to community, integrity, and social progress reflects principles that matter most to me and I am proud to deepen my support for a club where meaningful social impact is regarded as equally important as sporting success.
“The extraordinary community impact of Brentford FC, which changes lives every day across west London, exemplifies how the club prioritises long term outcomes by creating resilience and value beyond matchday performance, and I am delighted to welcome our new directors and investors to help grow and develop this vital initiative.”