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ECA’s Diederik Dewaele Announced as Keynote Speaker at the iWorkinSport Convention & Job Fair 2025

We are proud to announce that Diederik Dewaele, Director of Football at the European Club Association (ECA), will deliver the keynote speech at this year’s iWorkinSport Convention & Job Fair. His presentation, titled “Inside the Game: Lessons from a 20-year Journey in Professional Football”, will offer exclusive insights into the inner workings of elite football and the leadership lessons he has gathered over two decades in the industry.


Diederik brings a wealth of experience from both club and association levels and currently plays a central role in shaping the future of European club football at ECA. His unique perspective and proven track record in football operations, talent development, and strategic leadership make him an exceptional source of inspiration for aspiring and experienced professionals alike.


The keynote will take place at 16:30 on Friday, May 9th, serving as the closing highlight of the iWorkinSport Convention & Job Fair. Attendees can expect an engaging session full of practical advice, behind-the-scenes insights, and reflections on building a long-lasting career in sport. 


Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of football’s most respected executives.


The iWorkinSport Job Fair is the premier event where recruiters from the world’s leading sport organizations connect with top talent aiming to launch or advance their careers in the industry.


For more information and to register for the event, please visit iworkinsport.com/jobfair.


p.s. Recently, Diederik was interviewed on iWorkinSport's live podcast. If you'd like to get to know more about him, you can watch it below.


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