Steve Parish (businessman)

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Steve Parish
Born 1965 (age 58–59)
Nationality British
Other names None
Alma mater Colfe's School
Occupation Investor Chairman Crystal Palace Football Club
Known for Owner of Crystal Palace Football Club
Net worth unknown
Children 2
Website http://www.cpfc.co.uk

Stephen "Steve" Parish (born 1965) is the part owner and Chairman of Crystal Palace Football Club.

Early life and education

Parish was born in Forest Hill, London, attending Christ Church School and later Colfe's School.

Career

Parish began his career working in computer graphics. He went on to buy a stake in a company called Adplates Ltd, assuming control of the business renamed it Tag Worldwide, transforming it from a London-based business to a global production powerhouse. He sold the business to Deutsche Post DHL Group in 2010.

In 2010 he led a consortium called CPFC 2010 to acquire Crystal Palace FC out from administration . Since 2010 Crystal Palace has been promoted from the championship and are currently playing their third successive season in the English Premier League.

Personal life

Parish is divorced with 2 children