Middle East Sports Investment Forum

🌍⚽ Saudi Arabia welcoming the World Cup 2034 is a monumental step towards solidifying its position as a global hub for sports and entertainment. This landmark event will not only showcase the Kingdom’s world-class infrastructure but also drive cultural exchange, investment, and innovation across the sports industry. As we build up to this exciting future, MESIF Riyadh 2025 is the premier platform to explore opportunities and shape the sports landscape in the region. Happening on January 7th at the Ministry of Investment's facilities, MESIF will feature attendees from the World Cup Bid Team, Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), Saudi Pro League (SPL), Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة, Ministry of Investment, and delegates that were instrumental in the delivery of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, alongside other key stakeholders from around the region. 📢 Only 10 tickets remaining, pick up yours here: https://lnkd.in/eF-f8UvG #WorldCup2034 #MESIFRiyadh #SaudiArabia #GlobalSports #SportsInvestment #MiddleEast #Qatar2022 #MESIF #MiddleEastSportsInvestmentForum

Star Players, Youth Development, Sports Tourism and a Passion for Football. Al-Ittihad Club Company striker karim benzema highlights the excitement and opportunities that the #FIFAWorldCup2034 will bring to Saudi Arabia and the whole Middle East! We will be hearing from the World Cup Bid Team at MESIF Riyadh on the 7th of January hosted by the Ministry of Investment and the Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة of Saudi Arabia. With the announcement of the successful bid just a few days away we look forward to celebrating this landmark achievement with the key stakeholders and decision makers driving the sports sector in the region! Secure your place at the VIP event: https://lnkd.in/dEzD3xky #MESIF #SportsInvestment #MajorSportsEvents #MiddleEast

🌟 Exciting Speakers Update for MESIF RIYADH 2025! 🌟 Majed AlGhanim - Head of Sports, Entertainment, Tourism & Culture, Ministry of Investment Mansour Almokbel - CEO, Saudi Motorsport Company Fahad AlSubaie CP3P-P - Clubs Investment Director, Ministry of Sport Abdullah AlRasheed, C-KPIP - Director of Investment Enablement, Ministry of Sport Basim K. Ibrahim - Sports Investment Director, Ministry of Investment Amro Turkistani - Director of Competitions, Ministry of Sport Eisa Hilal Al Hazami - Chairman, Sharjah Sports Council Asma Al-Jasser - Vice President & Director of Skills, Saudi Cycling Federation Ahmed Abas - Director, MENA Sports Practice, EY Ahmed Abbassi - Executive Director of Competitions & Football Development, Qatar Stars League Nader Nasser Hamood Al Rawahy - Operations Excellence Lead, Oman Vision 2040 Neil Robert Kingston - Founder, Amp Your Content Ltd Aphrodite Moschoudi - Director of Planning and Quality, Qatar Tourism Maite Ventura Olóriz - MENA Managing Director, LALIGA Chris Lencheski - Co-Founder, SKI PARTNERS Alina Adomaitytė - Ambassador, FIBA Trevor Watkins - Global Head of Sport and Entertainment, Pinsent Masons Hassan M Yusuf - Head of Real Madrid Foundation - MENA Educational Football Program at Riyadh Schools Douglas P. - Founder and CEO, Entertainment Football Association Abdullah Alshammari - Chief Growth Officer, Tools & Solutions Hans Jagnow - Director, Team and Player Relations, Esports World Cup Foundation Fatma Abdulhay AlKooheji - Chief of Legal Affairs and Sports Conflicts, Bahrain General Sports Authority Kirk Durrant - Managing Partner, DWF Law Thank you to our Partners: -Ministry of Investment -Ministry of Sport -EY Thank you to our Sponsors: -AMPED -ENTFLA -TOOLS & SOLUTIONS -DWF -PORTAS -MUSCO LIGHTING -SKI PARTNERS 📍 When: 7th January 2025 📍 Where: Ministry of Investment, Riyadh 🚨 Limited spots available! Secure your seat today: https://lnkd.in/eF-f8UvG #MESIFRiyadh #SpeakersUpdate #MiddleEastSportsInvestmentForum #NetworkingOpportunities #SportsBusiness

🌟We’re thrilled to announce the incredible line-up of speakers for MESIF RIYADH 2025, taking place on 7th January at the prestigious Ministry of Investment offices. Thank you to our Esteemed Speakers: -Majed AlGhanim - Head of Sports, Entertainment, Tourism & Culture, Ministry of Investment -Mansour Almokbel - CEO, Saudi Motorsport Company -Fahad AlSubaie CP3P-P - Clubs Investment Director, Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة -Abdullah AlRasheed, C-KPIP - Director of Investment Enablement, Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة -Basim K. Ibrahim - Sports Investment Director, Ministry of Investment -Amro Turkistani - Director of Competitions, Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة -Eisa Hilal Al Hazami - Chairman, Sharjah Sports Council -Asma Al-Jasser - Vice President & Director of Skills, الاتحاد السعودي للدراجات Saudi Cycling Federation -Ahmed Abas - Director, MENA Sports Practice, EY -Ahmed Abbassi - Executive Director of Competitions & Football Development, Qatar Stars League -Nader Nasser Hamood Al Rawahy - Operations Excellence Lead, Oman Vision 2040 رؤية عُمان -Neil Robert Kingston - Founder, Amp Your Content Ltd -Aphrodite Moschoudi - Director of Planning and Quality, Qatar Tourism -Maite Ventura Olóriz - MENA Managing Director, LALIGA -Chris Lencheski - Co-Founder, @SKI PARTNERS -Alina Adomaitytė - Ambassador, FIBA -Trevor Watkins - Global Head of Sport and Entertainment, Pinsent Masons - Hassan M Yusuf - Head of Real Madrid Foundation - MENA Educational Football Program at Riyadh Schools -Douglas P. - Founder and CEO, Entertainment Football Association -Abdullah Alshammari - Chief Growth Officer., Tools & Solutions -Hans Jagnow - Director, Team and Player Relations, ESPORTS WORLD CUP FOUNDATION Thank you to our partners: -Ministry of Investment -Ministry of Sport -EY Thank you to our sponsors: -AMPED -ENTFLA -TOOLS & SOLUTIONS -DWF -PORTAS -MUSCO LIGHTING -SKI PARTNERS With just a few tickets remaining, now is your chance to join this elite gathering. Don’t miss the opportunity to network with the best in the industry! 📍 When: 7th January 2025 📍 Where: Ministry of Investment, Riyadh 🚨 Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/eF-f8UvG #MESIFRiyadh #SportsInvestment #MiddleEast #VIPEvent #NetworkingOpportunities #MESIF #MiddleEastSportsInvestmentForum

Join Us at the Middle East Sports Investment Forum (MESIF) Riyadh 2025! 📈⚽🏆 We're excited to invite you to MESIF Riyadh 2025, taking place on January 7th at the prestigious Ministry of Investment, KSA! This exclusive, senior-level forum will connect industry leaders, investors, and sports professionals from around the world, offering an unmatched platform to explore and shape the future of sports investment in the Middle East. 💼 Why Attend MESIF Riyadh? High-Level Networking: Connect directly with top decision-makers from the Middle East's dynamic sports industry and leading global organizations. Exclusive Panels & Keynotes: Gain insights from industry visionaries on trends, investment strategies, and the future of sports in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Enhanced Sponsorship Benefits: Silver and Gold sponsors receive exclusive access to one-on-one meetings and additional intimate networking opportunities. 🎤 Key Topics to Be Explored: - Insights on the Saudi National Investment & Sports Strategy - The Path to FIFA World Cup 2034 - Technology, Hospitality, and Media in Major Event Supply Chains - Saudi Arabia's Football Journey to the Global Stage …and more! 🎖️ Sponsorship Opportunities Available Position your brand at the forefront of sports investment in the Middle East. Enjoy high-level visibility, VIP networking, and the chance to align with influential leaders. ⏳ Spaces are limited to 100! 📅 Book now to secure your spot at MESIF Riyadh 2025. https://lnkd.in/dEzD3xky Interested in joining as a delegate, speaker or sponsor? Contact us for more details on how you can get involved in this groundbreaking event. info@mesifglobal.com #MESIF #SportsInvestment #MiddleEast #VIP #BookNow Ministry of Investment Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة EY Musco Lighting Tools & Solutions Amp Your Content Ltd The Sports Playmaker

 Sports Tourism is Booming in the Middle East! 📈✨   Which sports marketing campaign has impressed you the most in attracting fans to the region?   In 2023, the Middle East welcomed a record 87.1 million international visitors—a 22% increase over 2019, driven in a significant part by the region’s rapidly expanding sports tourism sector. 🚀   What’s driving this growth?   ⚽ FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 effect: Qatar’s successful hosting of the World Cup has reshaped the region’s image, making it a key destination for elite sporting events. Initiatives like Qatar Airways' all-inclusive travel packages for sports fans have further improved Qatar’s appeal to international visitors.   ✈️ Sports continue to put UAE on the map: For a number of years successful global sports partnerships for both Etihad Airways and Emirates have helped to make the UAE the most visited country in the Gulf. With world leading events like the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and the Emirates Rugby Sevens, the UAE continues to attract both local and international tourists through high-profile sporting events.    🥊 Riyadh Season | موسم الرياض and mega-events: Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Season, featuring lucrative boxing matches and entertainment spectacles, has positioned the Kingdom as a new player in the global sports tourism market.   🌍Tourism Boards: Qatar Tourism and Experience Abu Dhabi have partnered with UEFA and Formula 1 to highlight their cultural attractions. A lucrative campaign between Lionel Messi and Visit Saudi has also given the region great visibility.   With the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia emerging as key destinations, the Middle East is rapidly becoming a leader in global sports tourism. Strategic events, investments, and international sponsorships are driving this transformation.   info@mesifglobal.com www.mesifglobal.com   #MESIF #SportsTourism #MiddleEast #RiyadhSeason #VisitQatar #AbuDhabiGP #EmiratesRugbySevens #F1QatarGP #ExploreMiddleEast #WorldCupLegacy #GlobalSportsSponsorship

🏆 With Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar all stepping onto the global stage as sporting powerhouses, what can they learn from each other in planning, delivering, and hosting major events? 🌍 👉 Morocco: Renowned for its rich football heritage, Morocco's plans for the 2030 World Cup, with six state-of-the-art stadiums, showcase how deep-rooted tradition and infrastructure can meet modern demands. Their eco-friendly transport plans, including high-speed rail, could inspire other nations in delivering seamless event logistics. 🚄🌱 👉 Saudi Arabia: Vision 2030 has seen Saudi Arabia break new ground with ambitious projects like the 92,000-seat King Salman Stadium and Roshn Stadium. Their bold vision for mega-stadiums and investment in sports infrastructure is a masterclass in future-proofing for global events. 🏟️💼 👉 Qatar: As the host of the 2022 World Cup, Qatar set new standards with cutting-edge stadium designs, sustainability measures, and advanced technology to enhance fan experiences. Saudi Arabia and Morocco could take notes on how to integrate smart city tech and ensure global fan engagement. 📲⚽ 💡 When these three nations exchange knowledge on infrastructure, sustainability, and legacy planning, they raise the bar for future global sporting events. 🌍🏅 #MESIF #ThoughtLeadership #Qatar2022 #Vision2030 #Morocco2030 #MegaStadiums #SportsInvestment info@mesifglobal.com www.mesifglobal.com Key Regional Government and Public Entities: ANEP Public Investment Fund (PIF) Royal Commission for Riyadh City | الهيئة الملكية لمدينة الرياض Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy Royal Moroccan Football Federation Key Football and Sports Organizations: FIFA Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) Qatar Football Association Key Developers and Contractors: ROSHN l روشن New Murabba Key Regional Architects Populous OUALALOU+CHOI SARL Herzog Zaha Hadid Architects Foster + Partners Cruz y Ortiz Arquitectos Gmp Architects HPP Architekten GmbH AFL Architects (Lusail Stadium) Key Engineering and Project Management Firms: Maffeis Engineering Rider Levett Bucknall RLB China Railway Construction Co., Ltd. HBK Contracting Company W.L.L

🏅 The Middle East: A Rising Power in Sports Talent Development 🏅 From Saudi Arabia to Qatar and Egypt, the region is creating champions on and off the field! 🌍✨ 🇸🇦 Mahd Sports Academy is part of Saudi Vision 2030, identifying and nurturing young athletes across football, athletics, judo, and more. Their mission? To turn young talent into global champions and position Saudi Arabia as a leader in sports innovation. ⚽🏃♀️🥋 🇶🇦 Aspire Academy in Qatar shaped 70% of the national football team for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and produced stars like Al Moez Ali, who broke records at the AFC Asian Cup. Aspire’s athletes are also excelling globally, with multiple Olympic gold medals and world records. 🥇🌟 🇪🇬 Egypt is driving sporting development through Liverpool FC’s International Academy, which operates in Cairo. The academy focuses not only on developing young football talent but also capitalises on commercial opportunities linked to star Egyptian player Mohamed Salah. Away from football the government is also revamping its entire sports strategy ahead of the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. These efforts are laying the foundation for a strong future in both football and wider athletic development. 🎯⚽🏋️♀️ From world-class facilities to groundbreaking sports science, the Middle East is shaping the future of sports talent. The next generation of champions is being forged right here. 🔥💪 🌟 Watch this space, the best is yet to come! 🌟 www.mesifglobal.com info@mesifglobal.com #MESIF #MiddleEastRising #SportsChampions #AspireAcademy #MahdAcademy #EgyptianSports #LFCInternationalAcademy #SportsInnovation #SaudiVision2030 #GrassrootsSports

We’re excited to share the highlights from our recent VIP Roundtable in Milan!✨ Hosted in partnership with EY, the Ministry of Investment, and the Ministry of Sport – وزارة الرياضة of Saudi Arabia, the event brought together top leaders from across the global sports industry. 🔍 In this blog, we dive into the key discussions and opportunities in Saudi sports investment, exploring how the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 is opening the door for global investors and sports leaders, along with a step-by-step on the process of acquiring a sports club in Saudi Arabia. ⚽️ Click the link to read more: https://shorturl.at/mJZwZ Basim K. Ibrahim Ahmed Abas Bader Al Jeraisy Simon Hoppe Giorgio Furlani Alessandro ANTONELLO Chris Lencheski Dino Ruta Armando Mastrapasqua #MESIF #SportsInvestment #SaudiVision2030 #MilanRoundtable #SportsBusiness #Football #GlobalSports #InvestmentOpportunities

Alberto Girardi thank you for joining us and speaking at the Middle East Sports Investment Forum for our Saudi VIP Roundtable. It was a pleasure to have EY as our host partners for the event and we would like to thank your entire team for the organisational support. #MESIF #HostPartner #EY #Saudi #SportsInvestment #VIPRoundtable