Philippine's Mikee Cojuangco Jaworski Takes Helm of Brisbane 2032 Olympics Planning
Source: news.source.inquirer
Mikaela 'Mikee' Cojuangco Jaworski, a former actress and equestrian competitor from the Philippines, has been appointed as the chair of the IOC's coordination commission for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. She replaces Kirsty Coventry and is set to lead the planning efforts, with her first on-ground update scheduled for later this month. Jaworski's appointment is seen as a positive move by the local organizing committee, led by Andrew Liveris, as they shift focus from strategy to planning and delivery.
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Mikee Cojuangco Jaworski, a Filipino former actress and equestrian, has been appointed as the new chair of the IOC's coordination commission for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
She replaces Kirsty Coventry, who is set to become the president of the IOC.
Jaworski's first on-ground planning update with local organizers is scheduled for later this month.
Andrew Liveris, president of the local organizing committee, welcomed Jaworski's appointment and the upcoming IOC visit as they transition from strategy to planning and delivery.
Jaworski has a history in Australia, having trained there for over 20 years, and has been involved with the IOC since joining its executive board in 2020.
