MUMBAI: Sports marketing firm IMG has announced that TWI director William D. Sinrich, has left.

David W. Checketts, a member of IMG's board of directors, has agreed to assist in the transition in TWI's international operations.

IMG chairman and CEO Theodore J. Forstmann said, "Mr. Sinrich's departure stemmed from differences over recent organizational changes and the future course of IMG and TWI. It is unfortunate that we could not reconcile those differences, but given that, we both agreed it is in the best interest of IMG and TWI that Bill leaves the company.

"IMG and TWI have a rich history and tremendous potential and I am looking forward to working with TWI's incredibly talented and dedicated team as we execute on our vision and growth strategy."

Checketts will assist TWI's senior management until a permanent replacement is selected. Checketts is also the chairman of Sports Capital Partners, a consulting and investment firm for sports teams and media assets that he founded after a 10 year career at Madison Square Garden, where he served as president and CEO from 1994 to 2001.