6:00 pm

SportsPro Investment Dinner – Invite and VIP Pass holders only

6:00 pm

SportsPro Investment Dinner – Invite and VIP Pass holders only

The SportsPro Investment Dinner is designed to spark meaningful connections and set the tone for the insights and innovation to come at the SportsPro Investment Summit. Join fellow industry leaders in an inviting setting that encourages open, engaging conversation about the future of sport and beyond.

For VIP pass holders and invited VIP’s.
Venue: The Grubstreet Cellars

Speakers include:

9:15 am

Welcome to SportsPro Investment Summit

Main Stage

9:30 am

Identifying untapped potential: Strategies to maximise high-value investment opportunities

Main Stage
Panel

9:30 am
Main Stage
Panel

Identifying untapped potential: Strategies to maximise high-value investment opportunities

Discover how to spot undervalued assets and capitalise on emerging opportunities in the evolving sports investment landscape. Topics include:

Methodologies for identifying undervalued assets and spotting emerging trends in sport.
Analysis of key financial metrics and qualitative factors for evaluating investment opportunities.
Case studies showcasing successful early-stage investments and strategic market foresight.

Speakers include:

10:00 am

Unlocking growth: The Hundred’s next phase of investment

Main Stage
Panel

10:00 am
Main Stage
Panel

Unlocking growth: The Hundred’s next phase of investment

This session will dive into the recently concluded live auction process and the implications for cricket’s next significant phase of growth and investment. Topics include:

How does the 49%/51% ownership model affect franchise operations and commercial strategy with new investors?
How does this auction’s outcome shape The Hundred’s long-term valuation and return metrics?
What immediate operational/commercial changes are expected post-investment, driving the next growth phase?

Speakers include:

10:30 am

Morning coffee break

Networking

11:15 am

The visionary’s view: Club ownership and investment landscapes

Main Stage
Keynote

11:15 am
Main Stage
Keynote

The visionary’s view: Club ownership and investment landscapes

Gain rare perspectives from owners and investors on the evolving dynamics of ownership and capital in sport. Topics include:

The motivations behind investing in sports clubs and the challenges faced along the way.
Emerging trends in sports investment and future outlooks for the market.
Personal stories and key lessons from the journey of a successful club owner and investor.

Speakers include:

11:50 am

Powering growth: Private equity’s role in accelerating emerging sports verticals

Main Stage
Case Study

11:50 am
Main Stage
Case Study

Powering growth: Private equity’s role in accelerating emerging sports verticals

Explore how private equity is shaping the future of emerging sports, driving scalability, professionalism, and commercial success. Topics include:

Examples of how private equity firms apply expertise to elevate emerging sports properties.
Discussion of the challenges encountered when investing in this space.
Projections on which emerging sports verticals hold the most promise for private equity investment over the next 5–10 years.

Speakers include:

12:30 pm

Networking & refreshment lunch

Networking

1:30 pm

Mastering the deal: Navigating mergers, acquisitions & restructuring in sports

Main Stage
Keynote

1:30 pm
Main Stage
Keynote

Mastering the deal: Navigating mergers, acquisitions & restructuring in sports

Explore the critical elements of successful sports transactions, from strategic planning to post-deal integration. Topics include:

Key stages and considerations in sports mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
Expert analysis of both successful and complex deals within the industry.
Strategies for effective due diligence, accurate valuation, and skilled negotiation.

Speakers include:

2:05 pm

Structuring investments in women’s sports properties

Main Stage
Debate

2:05 pm
Main Stage
Debate

Structuring investments in women’s sports properties

Examine how investors are approaching the fast-growing women’s sports sector, balancing financial returns with broader cultural and social impact. Topics include:

Methodologies and metrics for accurately valuing women’s sports leagues, teams, and related assets
Identifying key risks and potential returns associated with investing in women’s sports
The rise of impact investing in women’s sport, considering social, cultural, and economic benefits alongside financial goals

Speakers include:

2:35 pm

Network coffee break

Networking

3:00 pm

Beyond the pitch: Building high-value sports assets through media innovation

Main Stage
Panel

3:00 pm
Main Stage
Panel

Beyond the pitch: Building high-value sports assets through media innovation

Examine how media innovation is transforming the commercial value of sports assets far beyond on-field performance. Topics include:

Strategies for leveraging digital platforms, content creation, and fan engagement to increase asset value.
Exploration of the evolving landscape of sports media rights and emerging revenue streams.
Case studies of successful media-driven value creation in sport.

Speakers include:

3:45 pm

The investor’s playbook for sports tech & media

Main Stage
Debate

3:45 pm
Main Stage
Debate

The investor’s playbook for sports tech & media

Join us for a panel with leading tech investors. Here we’ll explore the latest investment trends in the sports technology sector, identifying areas generating the most interest.

The discussion will delve into what investors prioritise when evaluating sports tech startups, and examine the key challenges these startups face in securing funding in the current market.

Speakers include:

4:15 pm

Networking drinks

Networking

2025 Agenda

SportsPro Investment Dinner – Invite and VIP Pass holders only

Speakers include:

Welcome to SportsPro Investment Summit

Identifying untapped potential: Strategies to maximise high-value investment opportunities

Speakers include:

Unlocking growth: The Hundred’s next phase of investment

Speakers include:

Morning coffee break

The visionary’s view: Club ownership and investment landscapes

Speakers include:

Powering growth: Private equity’s role in accelerating emerging sports verticals

Speakers include:

Networking & refreshment lunch

Mastering the deal: Navigating mergers, acquisitions & restructuring in sports

Speakers include:

Structuring investments in women’s sports properties

Speakers include:

Network coffee break

Beyond the pitch: Building high-value sports assets through media innovation

Speakers include:

The investor’s playbook for sports tech & media

Speakers include:

Networking drinks

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