MESIF MADRID 2025

SANTIAGO BERNABÉU STADIUM

OCTOBER 2025

Set in one of Europe’s most dynamic sporting capitals, MESIF Madrid 2025 is the next in our series of global investment roadshows in partnership with the Ministry of Sport and the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia.

This unique VIP gathering will connect the Middle East region with leading international sports stakeholders and investors from Spain, Europe, North Africa and Latin America. As Madrid prepares to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix and co-host the FIFA World Cup 2030, the city offers the perfect backdrop to discuss the rise of sports tourism, mega-event hosting and the infrastructure needed to support regional ambitions.

With a particular focus on knowledge exchange, deal creation and global best practice, attendees will gain exclusive insights into the latest trends shaping the MENA sports sector.

WHY ATTEND?

Top Level Ministerial Participation - Meet the key Ministries of Sports & Investment from across the region.

Exclusive Contract Discussions - Participate in intimate discussions on upcoming regional sports projects.

Industry Education and Insights - Gain unique and practical knowledge from leading experts.

121 Meetings - Enjoy exclusive opportunities for one-on-one meetings with top decision-makers.

Grow your Presence - Develop your Middle East footprint in sports and showcase your unique credentials and commitment to the region.

One-of-a-kind VIP Experience - Network in a relaxed environment with our VIP guests.

120+ DELEGATES

VIP EXPERIENCE

20+ SPEAKERS

EXPECTED SPEAKERS

Mansour Almokbel

CEO, Saudi Motorsport Company

Mansour Al Mokbel is the the new CEO at the Saudi Motorsports Company.

Mansour continues to also serve as the General Manager for Investments in the Ministry of Sport. He is responsible for catalysing investment-led growth in the sport sector through private sector participation. He leads a team that not only creates investment opportunities, but also enables a conducive environment for the private sector to profitably engage and flourish. Simultaneously, he leads monetization of infrastructure and assets of the Ministry and the commercialization of Ministry’s events and activities.

Prior to joining the Ministry of Sport, he served as the General Director for Delivery in the Ministry of Defence, leading a successful transformation program.

Mansour holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering from King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals and his Executive MBA from the George Washington University. He also has a Certificate in Management (CiM) from London Business School and Managing Successful Programmes MSP® Practitioner Certificate.

Basim K. Ibrahim

Sport Investment Director, Ministry of Investment KSA

Basim K. Ibrahim, CLSS, CIPM, is passionate about the opportunities for sport development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He is a seasoned Investment Attraction & Development Manager with 20 years of diverse professional experience in Investment, IT, Training, Project Management, and Research.

A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum, Basim is a member of various professional organizations. He founded BMA Engineering in 2011 and co-founded BoardMaps in 2015, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.

His extensive international experience includes roles with INSPUR in China and CONCO in South Africa. Basim was a pivotal member of the joint technical team between SAP and Saudi Aramco from 2000 to 2005. Passionate about volunteering and dedicated to serving his country, Basim is a dynamic leader in the field of Business and Investment Development.

Aphrodite Moschoudi

Director of Planning & Quality, Qatar Tourism

Aphrodite Moschoudi is an accomplished professional with expertise in major sports projects and events. Her career highlights include extensive involvement in bidding, strategic planning and delivery of major events, including the Olympic Games, Asian Games, Arab Games, FIFA World Cup, FIFA Arab Cup, Asian Cup, World Championships in Athletics and IPC Para-Athletics. She has also been instrumental in setting up key sport projects such as the Schools Olympic Programme, the Olympic & Sport Museum, the National Sport Day as well as sport investments and partnerships.

During her time at the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC), Aphrodite led the Planning & Integration of Host Country Operations for the FIFA World Cup, Qatar 2022, to include the tournament readiness and ultimately the delivery of the Main Operations Centre as the central point of command.

Aphrodite’s approach is that talent and technical expertise are not sufficient and should be complemented by positive spirit, practical thinking, human relations and ethos all the way.

Aphrodite is now working at Qatar Tourism as a Director of Planning and Quality.

Nader Al Rawahy

Operations Excellence Lead, Oman Vision 2040

Oman’s Nader Nasser Hamood Al Rawahy is seconded to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth from the Sultanate’s “Oman’s Vision 2040” Ministry where he leads Operational Excellence for Oman’s strategic development roadmap “Oman Vision 2040”.

Since its endorsement in September 2015, Oman has emphasized aligning its national priorities with the UN's sustainable development objectives through Oman Vision 2040. As part of this initiative, there is a focus on real estate such as the waterfront Sports City in the South Al Batinah governorate, The Sustainable City YITI and renewable energy projects, particularly hydrogen and green hydrogen production.

Nader is an expert in inward investment and economic development. His expertise spans audit, advisory, and structuring. Prior to this role, Nader amassed over 20 years of experience at KPMG and EY. He is also the founder and board member of the Association of Chartered Accountants of Oman, a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors and a Certified Fraud Examiner.

H.E. Eisa Hilal Al Hezami

Chairman, Sharjah Sports Council

His Excellency Issa Hilal Al-Hazami is a dynamic leader in the UAE sports community, currently serving as the Chairman of the Sharjah Sports Council since July 2020. With a passion for advancing sports and community well-being, he has driven significant initiatives that have shaped the sports landscape in Sharjah. Prior to this, he served as the Secretary General of the Council from 2018 to 2020, and played a key role in national disaster management efforts at the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) from 2011 to 2020.

Al-Hazami's leadership experience extends to his tenure as General Secretary of Sharjah Sports Club (2009–2011) and Private Office Director for His Highness Prince Talal Bin Bader Al Suad (2006–2009). His career began in the skies as a Police Helicopter Pilot, where he served from 1986 to 2006. His Excellency’s diverse experience makes him a driving force in the UAE's sports and public service sectors.

Abdullah Al Rasheed

Director of Investment Enablement

In addition to his role in the Ministry of Sport, Abdullah acquires over a decade of an enriched, diversified experience in Private & Public sectors. Starting from the Banking industry in the Cash Management field with an exposure on Operations, Business Implementation, Product Creation & Management, to contributing into building the Strategic Partnership foundation with the private sector throughout his career in LCGPA.

Abdullah has a successful track record of building strong, sustainable partnerships with the private sector & state-owned companies, launching new innovative products into the market, and managing national initiatives which serves the national strategies.

Fatema Hayat

Director of International Relations and Cooperation, Islamic Sports Solidarity Association

Fatema Masoud Hayat is a Kuwaiti sports leader and strategist with extensive experience in organizational development, governance, and international relations. She currently serves as the Director of International Relations and Cooperation at the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA), where she plays a pivotal role in fostering global sports collaboration among the 57 National Olympic Committees of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states.

Since 2019, Hayat has been an elected board member of the Kuwait Olympic Committee (KOC), where she also leads the Women’s Committee, championing initiatives that have significantly advanced women’s sports in Kuwait. In addition, she serves as the Chair of the GCC Women’s Sports Advisory Committee, promoting regional cooperation and the empowerment of women in sport across the Gulf.

Hayat has represented Kuwait on the international stage as Chef de Mission for national delegations at various major sporting events, including the Olympic Games, GCC Games, Islamic Solidarity Games, and the Asian Games. She is also a board member and Chair of the Women’s Football Committee at the Kuwait Football Association (KFA), where she collaborates with FIFA to develop and promote women’s football and futsal in Kuwait.

She holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs, with a concentration in Governance and Rights, and has long been an advocate for sports as a tool for empowerment. Her activism includes involvement in Kuwait’s women’s suffrage movement.

Hayat has been invited to speak at globally recognized events such as FIFA’s Women’s Football Convention and UEFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme, further solidifying her reputation as a prominent voice in the global sports community.

Stephanie Al Naber

Board Member and Head of Womens Committee, Jordan Football Association

Stephanie Al Naber is a former professional football player with a distinguished career for over 15 years, having played professionally in Denmark, Lebanon, and the UAE before retiring in 2020. Currently, she holds several influential roles within the football community, including serving as a Board Member and Head of the Women's Committee at the Jordan Football Association. Additionally, she holds a position on the Women's Committee Board at both the West Asian Football Federation and the Asian Football Confederation. In addition to her administrative roles, she is the Sporting Director of Etihad Club Jordan, which participates in top-tier competitions for both male and female teams. Beyond the field, she is the co-founder and COO of Kabaten, a sports tech company dedicated to revolutionizing the sports industry through advanced data collection and management systems. Her career reflects a deep commitment to promoting and developing football at all levels.

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SANTIAGO BERNABÉU STADIUM, MADRID

Set to host EuroBasket 2029 and serve as a venue for the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Portugal and Morocco, the Bernabéu continues to reaffirm its status as one of the most prestigious and versatile sporting venues in the world.

MESIF Madrid 2025 will host a VIP gathering at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home to Real Madrid CF. With a capacity of 84,000 and a €1.2 billion renovation nearing completion, the stadium now features a retractable roof, underground pitch storage, 360-degree screen, esports zone and a multi-purpose design.

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