Esports is about to become the largest part of the entertainment business in the world.
The opportunity around the esports industry has never been more tangible and accessible.
During the Sports Business Summit, we will look into the future of esports and discuss current trends. Â Join us at the The Esports Forum, delivered in partnership with TEO and Gfinity, to learn first-hand how to unleash your esports business potential, live and in person.
On-stage expert speakers will explore key topics impacting the future of the industry, including governance & regulation, stadiums and training facilities, partnerships, sustainability, fan engagement, commercialization, and investment.
And on the floor, 200+ professionals and executives are encouraged to exchange knowledge, share experiences with the market, and generate new partnerships.
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CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
Chris Overholt
President & Chief Executive Officer
- Chris has a background both within traditional sports and esports. He was previously the CEO of the Canadian Olympic Committee and CMO of the Miami Dolphins before joining OverActive Media Group.
- OverActive Media (OAM) is an integrated global company delivering esports and video game entertainment based in Toronto. They are most well known for owning and running the Toronto Defiant which is an Overwatch franchise.
- Christopher’s career in the sports industry began with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment in 1996, where he spent seven years delivering industry-leading results for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Toronto Raptors.
Ralf Reichert
Co-Chief Executive Officer
- Ralf is Managing Director / CEO of ESL Gaming, the world’s largest esports company, leading the industry in raising esports production and audience levels to those of mainstream sports.
- Alongside the creation of ESL Gaming, Ralf has been an integral part of the development of multiple global esports properties, including the elite pro gaming tour Intel Extreme Masters which has given out over $3.5 million in prize money spanning across 8 seasons.
- ESL hosts competitions around the globe, partnering with publishers such as Blizzard Entertainment, Riot Games, Valve Corporation, Microsoft, Wargaming, and multiple others to facilitate thousands of gaming competitions annually.
Anna Baumann
Managing Director and General Counsel
David Harris
Managing Director
- Dave entered esports in 2016 through an initial investment in LG Dire Wolves under his business Guinevere Capital.
- Dave has previously held roles across top Australian, UK and International sports organisations, including the NRL, international/domestic cricket, English Premier League & English Football League.
- Dave oversees a portfolio of title winning esports teams including LG Dire Wolves (League of Legends OPL x 4), Sydney Drop Bears (Overwatch Contenders Australia x 3) and a portfolio of broader projects including the SCG Esports High Performance Centre.
Mike Dickman
Head of Brand Partnerships
Lindsey Eckhouse
Commercial Director
Karim Virani
Commercial Director
Nicolas Maurer
Chief Executive Officer,
MAIN PARTNER
Gfinity
Gfinity is a leading international esports business. Created by gamers for the worlds 2.2 billion gamers, Gfinity has a unique understanding of this fast-growing global community. It uses its expertise to provide both advisory services and to design, develop and deliver unparalleled experiences and winning strategies for game publishers, sports rights holders, commercial partners and media companies.
Gfinity works closely with leading organisations including Microsoft, EA SPORTS, Activision Blizzard, F1 and the Premier League. Through its owned Media Distribution Channels Gfinity organically connects with nearly 20 million gamers each month.
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The Esports Observer (TEO) is the world’s leading source for esports business news and insights, and in addition, hosts esports business conferences around the world. TEO lays the groundwork for elevated conversations and networking opportunities for the development of esports—as well as adjacent industries such as technology, entertainment, and media—by gathering key decision-makers together.