August 27, 2024

Javier Tebas Headlines New Lineup of Speakers at Thinking Football Summit

August 27, 2024

Javier Tebas Headlines New Lineup of Speakers at Thinking Football Summit

As the countdown to the Thinking Football Summit continues, an event that will bring together some of the leading figures in the sports industry at the Super Bock Arena in Porto, from September 12 to 14, six new speakers have been confirmed, including Javier Tebas, President of LALIGA.

Javier Tebas, one of the most influential figures in world football, will once again participate in the event, which he previously attended in 2022 and 2023. Since his election as President of LALIGA in 2013, Tebas has been a driving force behind significant innovations in football, including the collective sale of audiovisual rights and the implementation of rigorous financial control systems. His leadership has elevated LALIGA to new global heights through strategic partnerships with renowned companies such as Relevent, Globant, EA Sports, and CVC.

The group of new speakers also includes several prominent names in the sports industry:

  • Fausto Zanetton, co-founder and CEO of Tifosy Capital & Advisory, a leading international sports investment and advisory firm. With over 20 years of experience, Zanetton has played a crucial role in significant transactions in the sports world, including the recent acquisition of Olympique Lyonnais by Eagle Football;
  • Lisa Währer, co-founder and general manager of FC Viktoria Berlin, a women's football team. A former footballer and marketing specialist, Lisa is an advocate for the presence of women in leadership roles in sports and has led initiatives promoting equality and female empowerment in the industry;
  • Dominik Ebebenge, entrepreneur and specialist in sports strategies, known for his crucial role during the most successful period of Legia Warszawa, where his vision and determination were key to the club achieving significant victories, including qualifying for the UEFA Champions League;
  • António Caçorino, founder and CEO of APEX, an innovative company that invests in professional athletes and is redefining how sports, media, and entertainment are consumed. With a solid background in finance and investments, Caçorino has led APEX with a unique strategic vision;
  • Victoire Cogevina Reynal, co-CEO and co-founder of Mercury 13, a multi-club ownership group that is acquiring stakes in women's football teams across Europe and Latin America. Recognized globally as one of the women shaping the future of football, Victoire is also an activist dedicated to promoting gender equality in sports.

These six speakers promise to bring innovative perspectives and enriching debates to the third edition of the Thinking Football Summit, solidifying the event as a reference in the international landscape of football conferences.

Tickets for the Thinking Football Summit 2024 are already available for purchase HERE.

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