Having initially joined Rangers in October 2000, McClelland was appointed Vice-Chairman just over a year later on November 8, 2001.

Glasgow born John arrived at Ibrox with an excellent, worldwide business reputation having spent most of his adult life working in the Electronics Industry.

A veteran in the high-technology market, he has occupied a number of high-profile positions with companies like IBM, Digital Equipment and Philips Corporation.

John has a proven track record and his hands-on management style has ensured operational excellence in each of his business interests.

He takes a special interest in the Scottish economy and is also Chairman of Technology Ventures Scotland, an organisation committed to exploiting Scotland's strengths in research and innovation through the commercialisation of technology.

John graduated in finance and business studies from Glasgow College and a successful career was always on the horizon.

At college he specialised in industrial management and became a Fellow of the Institution of Industrial Managers. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and a Fellow and visiting professor in manufacturing at the University of Paisley.

In 1994, on a recommendation by the Prime Minister, Queen Elizabeth II appointed John a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to industry and education.

He became Chairman of the club in July 2002 when David Murray stood down to become Honorary Chairman.

McClelland remained in the position until September 2004 when Murray returned as Executive Chairman following the decision to raise capital for the club through a rights issued underwritten by Murray International Holdings.

Following a Board restructure, McClelland ceased his footballing executive club duties, but remained as a Director of the Club's Board.