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As the sports business landscape continues to evolve, staying connected and informed is more important than ever for industry professionals. 

To help you navigate the year ahead, we've curated a list of the most impactful events in 2025, each offering unique opportunities for innovation, networking, and professional development in the world of sports. 

Here is Part One of our list, with events that take place in the first semester of 2025.

Note that We Work In Sport Community members will have special discounts to many of them. To join the community for free, go to weworkinsport.com. 

Which one will you be attending this year?

Key Events Timeline - 1st semester 2025

SPOBIS 2025

What they say: Europe’s largest sports business event, bringing together industry leaders, decision-makers, and visionaries to explore the future of sports, technology, and business innovation.

Dates: February 5-6, 2025

Location: Hamburg, Germany

Format: Networking and content-focused conference, offering panel discussions, workshops, and keynotes on current trends and challenges in the sports industry.

Website: spobis.com/en/conference

Football Access Summit 2025

What they say: A summit bringing together key stakeholders in football to discuss development, growth strategies, and investment opportunities within the sport.

Dates: February 7-8, 2025

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Format: Industry summit

Website: footballaccesssummit.net

Soccerex MENA in Partnership with Sports Expo

What they say: Marking Soccerex's first event in Egypt, it reflects the MENA region's rapid growth in soccer and focusing on investment opportunities.

Dates: February 23-25, 2025

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Format: Business conference and expo

Website: soccerex.com/mena-2025/

International Sports Convention (ISC London 2025)

What they say: One of the largest networking and content forums in the global sports industry, fostering meaningful conversations, showcasing innovative content, and connecting key personnel to build impactful relationships.

Dates: March 19-20, 2025

Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London

Format: Networking and content forum focusing on key themes shaping the future of sports business

Website: internationalsportsconvention.com

WFS Women's Football Summit 2025

What they say: A dedicated platform celebrating the growth and impact of women’s football, bringing together industry leaders, athletes, and innovators to discuss challenges, opportunities, and the future of the sport.

Date: March 27, 2025

Location: Bilbao, Spain

Format: Focused summit with keynotes, panel discussions, and networking sessions tailored to advancing women’s football on a global scale.

Website: worldfootballsummit.com/womens-football-week-bilbao-en

WFS Rabat 2025

What they say: Here, the pulse of the sport meets innovation and opportunity. This dynamic event unites global leaders, local changemakers, and passionate stakeholders to explore how African football is shaping the future of the game.

Dates: April 9-10, 2025

Location: Rabat, Morocco

Format: A vibrant mix of panel discussions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities, all centered on the transformative power of football in Africa. Expect conversations on talent development, investment opportunities, and the cultural impact of the sport.

Website: newafrica.worldfootballsummit.com

SportsPro Live 2025

What they say: SportsPro Live invites professionals from across the sports industry to explore some of the most important topics shaping the future of sports business. Designed for attendees at all levels, the event promises valuable insights for those seeking to grow, innovate, and achieve success.

Dates: April 30 - May 1, 2025

Location: London, UK

Format: The two-day event features panels, workshops, and networking sessions, with key themes to be announced soon.

Website: sportspro.com/event/sportspro-live-2

SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit 2025

What they say: A premier global gathering bringing together more than 1,700 leaders from over 120 International Federations, the IOC, and sports business organizations for high-level meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and networking events.

Dates: TBC

Location: TBC

Format: Global convention featuring official sports meetings, networking gatherings, themed conference programme, and exhibition space

Website: sportaccord.sport

iWorkinSport Convention & Job Fair 2025

What they say: A unique platform for connecting job seekers with leading companies in the sports industry, featuring workshops, networking opportunities, and on-site interviews.

Dates: May 8-9, 2025

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Format: Convention and job fair with workshops

Website: iworkinsport.com/jobfair

Note: Community members of We Work In Sport receive exclusive discounts ranging from 15-30% on selected events. Early registration is recommended as many events offer significant early bird discounts and have limited capacity.

The SPOT Innovation Summit 2025

What they say: Tackling pressing challenges such as youth engagement, athlete mental health, and gender equality in sports through interactive sessions showcasing cutting-edge developments in sports technology.

Date: May 13, 2025

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Format: Interactive summit with technology showcases

Website: thespot.ch

SportsPro Live

What they say: SportsPro Singapore brings together the brightest minds in the Asia-Pacific sports industry to discuss the region's rapid growth, emerging opportunities, and innovative solutions. It connects industry innovators both locally and globally to solve challenges and uncover opportunities in the next generation of sports business.

Dates: May 25-26, 2025

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Format: A two-day event featuring expert panels, interactive workshops, and networking sessions, focused on the unique challenges and opportunities in the Asia-Pacific sports landscape.

Website: singapore.sportspro.com

WFS Monterrey

What they say: WFS Monterrey is the premier event for football professionals in the Americas, offering exclusive insights into the future of football business in the region. From Mexico to the world, it’s where industry leaders and innovators craft the next chapter in football. 

Dates: June 10-11, 2025

Location: Monterrey, Mexico

Format: A two-day event featuring expert panels, workshops, and networking opportunities, focusing on the latest trends and developments in the football industry across the Americas.

Website: americas.worldfootballsummit.com

CONFUT USA 2025

What they say: America's largest soccer industry B2B event, connecting brands, clubs, and companies to explore business opportunities in the rapidly growing U.S. soccer market.

Dates: June 12-13, 2025

Location: Miami, Florida

Format: B2B networking event

Website: confut.com

MEI HOSTS AND FEDERATIONS SUMMIT

What they say: It is the annual gathering of sports rights holders, destinations, and industry experts, focused on fostering collaboration and innovation. The summit connects cities, regions, and venues with rights holders and suppliers, offering attendees the chance to engage in 1-on-1 meetings and networking activities.

Dates: June 16-19, 2025

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Format: A four-day event featuring expert discussions, case studies, and structured networking opportunities, with a focus on collaboration between destinations, rights holders, and industry experts.

Here’s to making 2025 a year of meaningful connections, exciting opportunities, and unforgettable experiences in the world of sports!