The Business of Sport – Justin Papadakis, Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer at USL
A year out from the next FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, one man is leading the charge to create a sustainable platform for soccer in the USA. For over 50 years, American soccer has relied on importing players from around the world, mostly at the end of their careers, to play […]
The Business of Sport – Steven Ball, CEO, High Performance Centre (hpc) at the University of Pretoria
Imagine being a student at one of the best sporting universities in your country. An opportunity to learn from the best and to play in the greatest facilities available. Well, for Steven Ball, that dream not only became a reality, but almost 30 years later, he is still there, as CEO of The High Performance […]
Be Part of the Conversation at the ISC Women’s Sport Business Summit – Tuesday 30 September 2025, The National Gallery, London
On Tuesday 30 September, we’ll be gathering at The National Gallery for a day of insight, inspiration, and connection with some of the most influential voices in the industry. Our speaker line-up is stacked with leaders shaping the future of women’s sport: 🔹 Lenah Ueltzen-Gabell – Group Managing Director, Wasserman 🔹 Abbie Raybould – Sports Partnership Lead, TikTok 🔹 Ellie […]
Ear to the Ground Announces New Hire via adidas x Stormzy’s #Merky FC Programme
Award-winning creative agency Ear to the Ground has announced a wave of new hires across its strategy, creative, fan intelligence, delivery, and operations teams, following a record-breaking first half of the year. The agency, known for helping global brands like Nike, PlayStation, SNIPES and Pringles turn fans into consumers, has brought in ten new team […]
The Business of Sport – Paul Stewart and Ian Bishop from Union of Safeguarding Officers
A new organisation has been formed to offer guidance, education and legal support to those working to protect children, young adults and the vulnerable in sport. The Union of Safeguarding Officers, with a Mission Statement of “Every Child Safe, Every Voice Heard”, was formed by former Manchester City and Tottenham star Paul Stewart, who has […]
ISC and Ear to the Ground extend collaboration
We are delighted to announce a further extension of our strategic partnership with Ear to the Ground. Last Week, Alex Rowlands, Managing Partner at ETTG and Nigel Fletcher, CEO at ISC signed the paperwork for the next 15 months. Our colleagues Ste Monaghan (ETTG), and Max Biddlecombe (ISC) being Liverpool Football Club and Manchester United […]
The Business of Sport – Michael D’hulst, Co-Founder and CEO at Supertri
Michael D’hulst is a man on a mission. Driven by a passion for triathlon, the Belgian entrepreneur and former Ironman World Championship athlete, is currently seeking funding to take his Supertri business to the next level. After helping Volkswagen set up a new plant in China, D’hulst turned his entrepreneurial skills to his love of […]
The 2025 International Sports Awards Are Now Open!
We are delighted to announce the launch of the 2025 edition of the International Sports Awards (ISA) – continuing our annual tradition of recognising and celebrating outstanding achievement across the global sports industry. 🏆2025 ISA Award Categories: 🤖 Sports Tech Company Award 🌍 Diversity and Inclusion Award 💡 Innovation Award 🏛️ Fan Engagement Award – […]
ISC Brands & Sponsorship Summit 2025 Programme Revealed
We’re excited to reveal the speaker line-up and programme for the upcoming ISC Brands and Sponsorship Summit, taking place on Thursday 25th September 2025 at Unilever House, London. 💡 This is where bold ideas meet commercial impact — a day dedicated to the evolving world of sports sponsorship, brand partnerships, and purpose-led marketing. 🎤 Leading […]
Be Part of the Action – Discover ISC’s 2025–2026 Event Line-up Today
From game-changing summits to exclusive networking experiences, the 2025–2026 ISC calendar is packed with must-attend events for anyone shaping the future of sport. Join us at world-class venues like Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Unilever House, and The National Gallery for insight, inspiration, and influence. Upcoming Events: ISC Brands and Sponsorship Summit – 25 September 2025 ISC Women’s […]