Clive Nates has stepped down from his role as Co-Vice Chairman of Lincoln City Football Club and Lincoln City Holdings.
Clive will also step away from all active club responsibilities and committee involvement, while remaining a non-executive director of both Lincoln City Football Club and Lincoln City Holdings.
Clive first joined the Lincoln City board in February 2016 and has played a significant role in the club’s progress over the past decade. During that time, the Imps have enjoyed some of the most memorable moments in the club’s history, including winning the National League title, reaching an historic FA Cup quarter-final, lifting the Checkatrade Trophy at Wembley, securing promotion to EFL League One and, most recently, the EFL Championship, while also making sustained progress off the pitch.
In February 2026, Clive oversaw a transition of responsibilities that saw Ron Fowler appointed as Chairman. Having reflected on his future involvement, Clive now feels the time is right to step away from active duties while continuing to support the Imps as a shareholder and director.
Chairman Ron Fowler said: “Clive’s contribution to Lincoln City has been truly outstanding. His passion, commitment, leadership and support have helped to shape one of the most successful periods in the club’s history.
“Over many years, Clive has given an enormous amount of time, energy and care to Lincoln City. His influence has been felt across the whole club, and everyone connected with the Imps owes him a huge debt of gratitude.
“Clive remains a highly valued member of the Lincoln City family. For the avoidance of any doubt, he will remain a shareholder in Lincoln City Holdings and a director of both Lincoln City Football Club and Lincoln City Holdings.
“I am also delighted that we will continue to benefit from the ongoing support of Vice Chairman Jay Wright and Director David Lowes. Both have been longstanding members of the board and the former Executive Committee, and have lifelong, multi-generational connections with the club.
“Their knowledge of Lincoln City’s history, the club’s values and the local landscape is incredibly important to me. I look forward to continuing to work closely with them as we move into the next chapter of the club’s development.”
