Wimena Sport

17/06/2024

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03/06/2024

4 days to go to the WiMENA - Women in Sport Conference. It's a pleasure to share the final conference programme.

Last chance to register: www.wimena.com

Arab-British Chamber of Commerce | | Wasserman | Portas Consulting

30/05/2024

The organisers of WiMENA 2024, the Women in Sport Conference, are delighted to announce the sponsorship of Portas Consulting for the forthcoming inaugural event to be held at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge Football Stadium on 6th June.� �

WiMENA, the one-day event leading the way to empowerment, was organised in partnership between WiMENA (Women in Middle East & North Africa) and the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce and will provide an exciting new platform for highlighting the growing opportunities for women in sport as participants, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Portas Consulting has a proud history of supporting and advocating for women in sport through a number of projects as well as building an internal community of practice to lead on enhancing opportunities for women in sport in all that we do.

Managing Partner, Donal McElwee will be moderating the final panel of the day focused on Saudi Arabia’s Sporting world and Expert Advisor Jennie Price from Portas will be speaking on a panel about Technology in Sport and how it is ever changing.

If you would like to attend

WiMENA Limited is a network reflecting the aspirations of women today. As a business-to-business network we use our platform to challenge gender inequalities; discuss the problems, develop concepts, policies and solutions and inspire change through collaboration and influence. Our sports event is be...

30/05/2024

WiMENA are thrilled to welcome Brigitte Stangl to the Women in Sport Conference on 6th June 2024 at Chelsea Football Club.

As an academic and innovator, Brigitte has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between technological advancement and human flourishing.

Her current role as the Director of the Centre for Digital Transformation in the Visitor Economy and her previous role as Communication Director at the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Surrey has allowed her to share her insights on innovation, digital marketing, decision support systems, and web design, with an emphasis on the impact of technology on tourism and leisure.

She is currently focused on developing a game that not only entertains but educates, equipping users with the socio-emotional skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly AI dominated world. It will be particularly relevant to manage pressure, making it an invaluable resource for athletes and coaches alike in fostering resilience and emotional intelligence in competitive environments.

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are delighted that Brigitte will be joining the Sports Tourism panel at the conference.

To reserve your place go to www.wimena.com

29/05/2024

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are excited to welcome Raj Joshi - MSc HRD FCIPD to the list of speakers at the in Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Raj is an , doctor, and . Uniquely experienced in leadership, , and across desert, jungle, polar and mountainous terrain, both in peacetime and in war, he has summited the highest mountain on every continent.

An enthralling storyteller, Raj is able to connect the lessons of high-performing environments to the practical challenges facing leaders today. an ’s , he shows how can foster adaptation, , , enterprise, and ultimately, advantage.

As part of the Sports Tourism: The Commercial Opportunities panel, WiMENA and the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce look forward to hearing about some of Raj’s adventures.

To book your tickets please go to www.wimena.com

29/05/2024

We are excited to announce Nalain Naidoo as a panelist at the WiMENA in Conference on June 6th taking place at Chelsea Football Club.

Nalain is one of a dynamic few who have worked directly for three of the major ’s (Top Olympic Partners) specialising in the international activation of both and Cup Football events at the highest level.

With 25 years of international business experience Nalain is an currently heading up business development for Global Corporate clients. Her current roles include supporting Live, , , and previously Nalain has worked as Director of Olympic Operations at The Chemical Company and as lead for partnerships on behalf of McDonald’s and Coca-Cola with the Olympic Committee (IOC); the Olympic Committees; and .

Nalain’s experience is invaluable, delivering significant impact by working with vital stakeholder groups; from building relations with local host city governments and NGO’s to engaging young people.

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are delighted that Nalain Naidoo will be joining us at the Conference as a highly experienced leader in her field at an international level.

To book your place go to: www.wimena.com

29/05/2024

We are delighted to announce Ben Faber, Managing Director, Middle East at CSM Sports & Entertainment, part of the global Wasserman agency as our next speaker at the upcoming Women in Sport Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Ben has worked in the sports marketing industry for over 20 years and joined CSM in the UK in 2008. In 2011 he relocated to the Middle East to join the regional leadership team.

Throughout his career he has consulted for a wide variety of international brands and governing bodies within sport and entertainment, and has developed partnership and communications strategies for organisations including HSBC, G4S, DP World, Standard Chartered Bank, FIFA, T-Mobile, Special Olympics World Games UAE, UAE Team Emirates, G42, ADNOC, Ministry of Sport, and Saudia among others.

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce look forward to Ben Faber joining us at what is to be an amazing event.

To register and reserve your place please go to: www.wimena.com

28/05/2024

WiMENA are delighted to announce FIA Correspondent for the Turkish Touring and Automobile Club, Burcu Cetinkaya as speaker in the Sporting Role Models panel at the upcoming Women in Sport Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Burcu’s professional journey in the fast-paced worlds of media and motorsports has been marked by notable achievements including, becoming the only woman to score in the Eurosport IRC Championship in 2010, 7 times Turkish Ladies Rally Championship and one of the first international lady drivers of Red Bull in Rally. This, along with her TV presenting and international educational background has enabled her to cultivate a global network.

In her recent appointment as Chair of the FIA Women in Motorsport Commission, Burcu is dedicated to advancing gender equality and empowering women within the motorsport industry.

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are thrilled that Burcu will bring her vast experience, expertise and dedication to the world of motorsports to this important conference.

To register your place to go: www.wimena.com

28/05/2024

Wimena Sport is looking forward to welcoming Donal McElwee as moderator on the Country Focus: Saudi Arabia’s Sporting World panel at the upcoming Women in Sport Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Donal is the Managing Partner at Consulting and accountable for 150 staff across 5 regional offices. Prior to his global role, Donal led the Middle East and Africa region, where he continues to maintain a key account focus.

He works closely with senior leaders in the sports sector. His clients include Ministries of Sport, Olympic Committees, federations, investors and the private sector.

Wimena Sport in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are thrilled that Donal will bring his expertise and experience to this important event.

To register please go to www.wimena.com

24/05/2024

WiMENA are delighted to announce Thayer Lavielle as a speaker on the Unlocking Sporting Potential panel at the Women in Sport Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Thayer Lavielle joined Wasserman in 2011 and currently serves as Executive Vice President, The Collective, leading the practice that exists to advance the power of women in sports, entertainment and music. The Collective, launched in 2019, has quickly become a multimillion-dollar consultancy and brand, making The Collective an industry and thought leader.

Prior to the launch, Thayer led Talent Marketing and Operations across Wasserman’s Team Sports’ Broadcast, Coaching and Women’s groups.

Thayer is well-versed in brand and talent strategy, partnerships, events and hospitality, she has been at the forefront of innovations in consumer engagement, research and insights, strategy building, personalised experiences, retail integration, ticketing and delivering thought leadership.

WiMENA in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are thrilled to welcome Thayer Lavielle to the Women in Sport Conference panel where she joins a line-up of experienced and hashtag speakers all committed to supporting women powering sport internationally.

To book your place go to: www.wimena.com

23/05/2024

WiMENA is thrilled to announce Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE as the latest international sports personality to join our distinguished panel of speakers at the upcoming in Conference taking place at Chelsea Football Club on 6th June 2024.

Boasting a distinguished professional career as an international , Tanni is a multiple gold medallist and recipient of numerous awards including the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award (2019), making her a true role model for a younger generation who are striving to make their mark in the highly competitive sporting world.

As joint organisers, WiMENA and the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce are honoured that Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson will bring her wealth of , unique experience and passionate for to this important conference.

To register please go to: https://www.wimena.com/

23/05/2024

The organisers of WiMENA 2024, the Women in Sport Conference, are delighted to announce the sponsorship of global marketing and management business, Wasserman, and its women-focused practice, The Collective, for the forthcoming inaugural event to be held at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge Football Stadium on 6th June.

WiMENA (Women in Sport Conference), the one-day event leading the way to empowerment, was organised in partnership between WiMENA (Women in Middle East & North Africa) and the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce and will provide an exciting new platform for highlighting the growing opportunities for women in sport as participants, investors, and entrepreneurs.

With the increasingly important role played by women in sport in the MENA region, The Collective and its global leadership in gender equity across sport is a natural partner to focus on growth of women’s sport in the entire region.

Speakers at the event will focus on key aspects such as talent development, widening access for women, sporting role models, technology in sport and sports tourism.

About Wasserman
Wasserman is a leading marketing, management, representation, and sales business that serves talent, brands and properties on a global scale. We operate at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment, and culture, empowering clients, igniting passions and inspiring fans worldwide.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 27 countries and more than 65 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris, and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.

In the Middle East, Wasserman has 200+ employees across offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh and Doha, and works with many of the leading regional brands, properties and stakeholders in sports and entertainment.

About The Collective
The Collective is Wasserman's women-focused practice that exists to advance the power of women. In working with brands and rights holders, The Collective drives inclusion of women in sports, entertainment, and culture by providing unique insights, strategies, campaigns, and ideas,proving you can create impact while doing good business.

14/03/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT

6th JUNE 2024
Chelsea Football Club

Sport is widely accepted as providing a platform for building wider social and economic change. Specifically, it is a woman’s participation in sport, at any level, that can play a part in breaking down gender stereotypes. Playing a sport contributes to building self-esteem and confirms invaluable lessons for self-worth for women and young girls. The importance of highlighting and sharing stories of women, working and participating in all aspects of sport – from community to professional sports – is crucial to increasing the participation of women across the sporting industry and leading the way to empowerment.

To this end, WiMENA (Women in Middle East & North Africa) in partnership with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce, will deliver a special one-day star studded on 6th June at Chelsea Football Club, to encourage and celebrate women in .

The one-day symposium will cover:
• Increasing women’s access to sports
• Sport as a messenger of gender equality
• Leading from the front – sporting role models
• Securing sponsorship
• Talent development
• Emotional and mental wellbeing
• Sport and the technology sector
• Commercial opportunities
• Country focus – Saudi Arabia

WHY ATTEND?
– Gain an insight into the strategies for fostering gender equality in the GCC
– Exchange knowledge and skills while networking with your peers, mentors and experts who share your passion for women’s empowerment in the sports sector
– Learn from the experiences of renowned women who have broken barriers in the sporting industry as athletes, coaches, brand managers or agents of change
– Network to build business relations to benefit commercial opportunities.

THE VENUE
The iconic Chelsea Football Club at Stamford Bridge in London has seen many sporting and footballing firsts. The current Chelsea Women’s Football Team is setting the standards for women’s football in the UK and around the world.
Chelsea FC will be the host venue for the inaugural WiMENA – Women in Sport event.

Registration is open, to book your place go to: www.wimena.com