Where the right people meet
Welcome to the Sport Industry Forum
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 took place on 4-5 October 2023 at The WB Abu Dhabi by Hilton on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
A huge thank you to all speakers, sponsors and attendees who participated. It was a packed 2 days!
The Sport Industry Forum opened with an exclusive session as H.E. Sheikh Suhail Al Maktoum presented the UAE sports strategy from the UAE General Authority of Sports, followed by a welcome speech by H.E. Saleh Al Geziry, DG Tourism, Department of Culture & Tourism - Abu Dhabi. Sessions continued throughout the day on embedding healthy communities, school sport and student wellbeing, major sports events and a featured session on life and leadership lessons from two of the NBA team CEOs - which left the room speechless. The day closed with a brand panel with two of the leading regional brands investing in sport - Etihad and Spinneys.
Day two opened with Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre and DCD - Abu Dhabi who discussed their strategies to embed healthy and active lifestyles. The day continued with interviews with ADEK, Saudi Triathlon, Saudi Sports For All Federation and football legend Dwight Yorke. This was followed by afternoon discussions on engaging young people, grassroots sport and sustainability and social impact.
The Sport Industry Forum is officially supported by the Department of Community Development and Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi.
Relevant to the region
2023 speakers
Discover who took 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 Sports
H.E. Dr. Omniyat Al Hajeri
Executive Director Community Health Sector, Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre
Shaima Al Husseini
CEO, Saudi Sports for All Federation
Cynt Marshall
CEO, Dallas Mavericks
Ethan Casson
CEO, Minnesota Timberwolves
Saif Rashid Al Noaimi
CEO, Ethara, CEO, Abu Dhabi Grand PrixWelcome 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 2023 Sport Industry Forum featured 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
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Our Partners .
Discover the partners who have joined forces with The Sport Industry Forum to foster an interactive and exclusive event.
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