The Duke of Sussex founded the Invictus Games, a sports competition for individuals injured during military service, in 2014.
Dominic Reid has been with the initiative from the start, playing a crucial role in organizing the inaugural event held in the United Kingdom, Harry’s home country.
Paying tribute to Dominic, Harry penned: “I am immensely grateful to my friend, Dominic, whose dedication and leadership transformed the Invictus Games from an ambitious idea to an internationally recognised movement. His tireless efforts over the past decade have supported thousands of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans through sports rehabilitation, helping to showcase their unparalleled strength and contribution to society.”
The father-of-two continued: “Thank you, Dominic, for a decade of relentless service to the Invictus Games Foundation. What a journey it has been, and how fortunate we are to work with such an incredible community of people. We pray we don’t need the Games for another 10 years, but thanks to you, the team and our future CEO, we will be ready.”
Reflecting on his journey with the Invictus Games, Dominic said: “I have delivered the 10-year vision I set out, which includes the introduction of winter sport which is close to my heart as a former biathlete. I remain the Pageantmaster of the Lord Mayor’s Show and look forward to the exciting new projects I am developing.”
Dominic decided to step down from his role, explaining it was “the time for someone new to take this vital movement forward into its second vigorous decade”. He fondly added: “Once a member of the Invictus family, you never leave.”
In his final statement, Dominic said it was a “privilege to work closely” with the Duke, concluding: “His concept, passion, and drive have been instrumental in our success, in particular by focusing attention on mental health in sports rehabilitation.”
