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MESIF 2024 WHITE REPORT

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Overview

In a strategic effort to illuminate the burgeoning sports investment landscape in the Middle East, the Middle East Sports Investment Forum has partnered with the Sports & Entertainment Knowledge Centre of the SDA Bocconi School of Management in Milan. This collaboration will produce a comprehensive White Report, focusing on pivotal aspects of the region's sports ecosystem.

Purpose of the White Report

The White Report aims to provide in-depth analysis and insights on key topics critical to the Middle East's sports sector. By examining current trends, challenges, and opportunities, the report will serve as an essential resource for stakeholders looking to navigate and contribute to the rapidly evolving sports investment environment in the region.

Key Topics

The report will cover a range of significant themes, including:

Esports:

An exploration of the growing popularity and investment potential in competitive gaming.

Sustainability and Legacy:

Evaluation of sustainable practices and the long-lasting legacies of major sports projects.

FIFA World Cup 2034:

Insights into the preparations, economic impact, and long-term benefits of hosting this major event.

Sports Investment:

A spotlight on the investment opportunities and considerations for VCs and private equity firms in regional sports projects

Female Sports Leadership:

A study of the increasing role and influence of women in Middle East sports and entertainment.

Sports Tourism:

Highlighting the Middle East as the new global destination for major sporting events.

These topics will be informed by discussions and findings from panel sessions at MESIF 2024, which took place at the Emirates Stadium on the 4th & 5th of June.

Expert Insights

The White Report will feature contributions from leading experts in the field, including:

Dino Ruta Ph.D.
Professor & MESIF White Report Adviser
Dino Ruta Ph.D.

Professor & MESIF White Report Adviser

Basim K. Ibrahim
Sport Investment Director, Ministry of Investment, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Basim K. Ibrahim

Sport Investment Director, Ministry of Investment, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Shaima Saleh AlHusseini
Managing Director, Saudi Sports For All Federation
Shaima Saleh AlHusseini

Managing Director, Saudi Sports For All Federation

Sheikha Asma Bint Thani Al-Thani
Director of Marketing and International Cooperation Sector, QOC
Sheikha Asma Bint Thani Al-Thani

Director of Marketing and International Cooperation Sector, QOC

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Collaboration and Contributions

This partnership between MESIF and SDA Bocconi symbolizes a concerted effort to foster dialogue and promote knowledge-sharing within the sports industry. The White Report is designed to provide actionable recommendations and valuable insights for a wide range of stakeholders, from investors and industry professionals to academics and policymakers.

Call for Participation

MESIF and SDA Bocconi invite industry stakeholders, experts, and practitioners to contribute their knowledge and perspectives to the White Report. This collaborative effort aims to create a holistic and comprehensive resource that will benefit the entire sports community.

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Enquire Now!

For more information on how to participate in this initiative and to stay updated on the release of the White Report, please contact us.

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