CONFERENCE
Leaders in Football, now in its 6th consecutive year, is the world’s most exclusive football business conference, with 1000 invite-only senior executives from international Clubs, Leagues, Federations and Brands.
Through a series of Keynote Presentations, interviews and panel discussions featuring the biggest names in football, attendees can expect insight and debate into numerous areas.
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Leaders in Football 2013 Conference Programme
DAY 1 – 9TH OCTOBER 2013
09:30-10:00
LEADERS SESSION: GOVERNANCE AND THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF SPORT
A unique discussion about the governance and social impact of sport by the man who delivered the London 2012 Games and one of the most influential sport figures in Government.
Target Speakers:
Lord Sebastian Coe, Former Chairman, Local Organising Committee for Olympic Games, London 2012
Hugh Robertson MP, Minister of Tourism and Sport, HM Government
10:00-10:30
LEADERS IN FOOTBALL INTERVIEW: THE VIEWS AND VISION THE GAME’S LEADING FIGURES
Target Speakers:
Sepp Blatter, President, FIFA
Michel Platini, President, UEFA
Karl-Heinz Rumenigge, President, Bayern Munich
10:30-11:30
Networking Break
11:30-12:30
GUIDING THE SHIP: LIFE AT THE TOP OF EUROPEAN FOOTBALL’S GIANTS
With player wages increasing, clubs entering administration and Financial Fair Play a reality, we talk to the men leading 4 of Europe’s grandest and most influential clubs about winning trophies today, managing their businesses and preparing for the future.
Target Speakers:
Ferran Soriano, Chief Executive Officer, Manchester City FC
James Palotta, President, AS Roma
Karl-Heinz Rumenigge, President, Bayern Munich
Jose Angel Sanchez, Chief Executive Officer, Real Madrid
12:30-14:00
Networking Lunch
14:00-14:45
ORDEM E PROGRESSO: HOW THE GAME IN BRAZIL IS CHANGING
For years the custodians of the beautiful game, Brazil is becoming a powerhouse in world football. Sponsors are queuing up, star-players are staying and returning home, and the World Cup is coming next year. As the country embarks on a new era, we talk to the men at the fore-front about what is next for the game Brazil.
Confirmed Speaker:
Luis Alvaro, President, Santos FC
Target Speaker:
Aldo Rebelo, Sports Minister, Government of Brazil
14:45-15:45
Networking Break
15:45-16:45
LEADERS SESSION: THE EXPLOSION OF THE ULTIMATE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Mixed Martial Arts has become mainstream entertainment and is the fastest growing sport in the world. The UFC brand is at the fore-front of this growth and here we talk to the men behind its phenomenal success about how they’ve done it, and what’s coming next.
Target Speakers:
Dana White, President, Ultimate Fighting Championship
Lorenzo Fertitta, Owner, Ultimate Fighting Championship
Garry Cook, Managing Director EMEA, Ultimate Fighting Championship
DAY 2 – 10TH OCTOBER 2013
09:30-10:00
LEADERS SESSION: UEFA AND NBA
In this session we answer the big questions facing the leaders of two of world sport’s organising bodies – UEFA and NBA – and learn about their plans for the next 10 years.
Target Speakers:
Gianni Infantino, General Secretary, UEFA
Adam Silver, Deputy Commissioner, NBA
10:00-10:30
LEADERS IN FOOTBALL INTERVIEW: INSIDE THE MINDS OF THE GAME’S TOP COACHES
Target Speakers:
Brendan Rodgers, Manager, Liverpool FC
Sir Alex Ferguson, Manager, Manchester United FC
Jose Mourinho, Manager, Real Madrid FC
Josep Guardiola, Manager, Bayern Munich (2013-2014 on)
Andre-Villas Boas, Manager, Tottenham Hotspur FC
Arsène Wenger, Manager, Arsenal FC
10:30-11:30
Networking Break
11:30-12:30
WORLD LEADERS: A NEW BEGINNING FOR WORLD FOOTBALL
Billions of fans watch the game. Millions of people play the game. Everyone has an opinion. Here we bring the heads of the world’s governing bodies to discuss the big issues from governance and integrity, to refereeing and racism.
Target Speakers:
Jeffrey Webb, President, CONCACAF
President, AFC
Ioan Lupescu, Technical Director, UEFA
HRH Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein, Vice President, FIFA
12:30-14:00
Networking Lunch
14:00-15:00
PITCH PERFECT: INSIGHT AND ANALYSIS FROM THE PEOPLE THAT MATTER
What does it feel like to be at the sharp end of the game today, responsible for the hopes and dreams of fans where you are measured week in and week out? What are the challenges and fear, and what is next for the game? Some of the most respected figures on the professional side of football will provide a unique insight into life at the top.
Target Speakers:
Ryan Giggs, Player, Manchester United FC
Edgar Davids, Player/Manager, Barnet FC
Joey Barton, Olympique Marseille
Ben Foster, West Bromwich Albion FC
15:45-16:45
LEADERS SESSION: AEG AND FC BARCELONA
As the heads of two of the world’s highest profile sports properties, we ask Tim Leweike and Sandro Rosell about staying at the top, how sport and entertainment have merged, and how they see the industry changing over the coming years.
Confirmed Speaker:
Tim Leiweke, President, AEG
Target Speaker:
Sandro Rosell, President, FC Barcelona
