Where the right people meet
Welcome to the Sport Industry Forum
4-5 October 2023
WB Abu Dhabi By Hilton on Yas Island
The Sport Industry Forum is a one-of-a-kind sport business forum with content relevant to the region. The Forum is strongly supported by government and attendees are decision-makers.
This year’s Sport Industry Forum takes place on 4-5 October 2023 at The WB Abu Dhabi by Hilton on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Join us this October to discover Abu Dhabi’s, the UAE’s and other Gulf countries’ latest priorities in sport and physical activity. Benefit from meeting and networking with over 200 directors working in sport business.
Government, brands, federations, clubs, rights holders, event organisers and venues come together to discuss the challenges we face in our industry, and what we can do collectively to improve the sports sector.
The Sport Industry Forum is officially supported by the Department of Community Development and Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi.
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2023 speakers
Discover who is taking the stage this year to share valuable business insights.
H.E. Sheikh Suhail Bin Butti Suhail Al Maktoum
Executive Director, Sports Development Sector, General Authority of SportsH.E. Mohammed Al Hashimi
Executive Director – Student Wellbeing Sector, Emirates Schools EstablishmentH.E. Dr. Omniyat Al Hajeri
Executive Director Community Health Sector, Abu Dhabi Public Health CentreShaima Al Husseini
CEO, Saudi Sports for All FederationCynt Marshall
CEO, Dallas MavericksEthan Casson
CEO, Minnesota TimberwolvesWelcome to Abu Dhabi
With its world-class sporting facilities, cutting-edge infrastructure, and thriving sports community, Abu Dhabi provides the perfect backdrop for industry leaders to come together, exchange ideas, and shape the future of the sports industry.
Find information about the agenda here.
The Agenda .
The highly anticipated 2023 Sport Industry Forum event 2023 features a power-packed two-day agenda, designed to inspire, educate and connect professionals from across the Gulf sports industry.
Delegate pricing .
Government, federations, clubs & brands
- 2 days of inspiring content
- Learn from international, regional and local sport leaders
- Meet clients and new partners
- Networking/meetings opportunity
- Media interview opportunity
- Promotion
- Refreshments and Lunch
Rights holders and agencies
- 2 days of inspiring content
- Access to international, regional and local speakers
- Meet clients and new partners
- Networking
- Promotion
- Refreshments and Lunch
Vendors and suppliers
- 2 days of inspiring content
- Access to international, regional and local speakers
- Meet clients and new partners
- Networking
- Promotion
- Refreshments and Lunch