We share a preview of the upcoming New Global Sport Conference in Riyadh, which takes place on August 24th & 25th 2024!
Updated 22/08/2024 at 05:49 GMT
The closing weekend for the inaugural Esports World Cup will feature the New Global Sport Conference (NGSC), an event hosted by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) that plays a key role in shaping the future of the Esports and Gaming industry. It will host a variety of high-profile speakers and allow inspired, forward-thinking individuals to capitalise on the growing Esports industry.
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This conference is the video games equivalent of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and falls perfectly in line with Saudi Vision 2030, a program created by the government of Saudi Arabia that involves making KSA the pinnacle for esports. While esports is already a huge market, with a valuation of over $1.64 billion, it's still trending upwards. Financial analysts have estimated that in 2032, the market will reach a valuation of over $10 billion, representing an incredible 21% compound annual growth rate.
If you're planning to lay the foundation for esports by attending the New Global Sport Conference 2024, or simply want to look at the various offerings, here's everything you need to know about the event!
What is the New Global Sport Conference?
Hosted in Riyadh, The 2024 New Global Sport Conference is the second iteration of the event, with the first being a huge success. It features conversations, panels, and workshops, spread out across 2 days (the 24th and 25th of August 2024), all of which are centred on various elements of gaming, esports, and sports.
Not only does this help to build and share knowledge of esports, but it also shows that gaming is being increasingly adopted by the masses, as the NGSC features not only infamous figures in esports but in the business and technology sector too.
For trailblazers in the gaming scene, attending this conference is a must. This is a sentiment echoed by Joe Marsh, the CEO of T1 Entertainment & Sports, as he made the following statement regarding the event: “Attending the New Global Sport Conference is an opportunity to shape the future of esports in the here and now. As a gamer my entire life, this year’s theme of ‘The Future of Fandom’ strongly resonates.”
What's Happening at the 2024 New Global Sport Conference?
Over 60 global speakers will be making an appearance at the 2024 NGSC, with 750 global delegates also being in attendance. There are also 1000 delegates and over 200 CEOs confirmed over the course of the two days, with the event now being at full capacity.
The New Global Sport Conference will feature two stages on which conferences, panels, keynotes, and fireside chats will be hosted. Each day also has a dedicated time slot for networking, allowing attendees to forge new opportunities with like-minded professionals in the industry.
As mentioned, the theme for the event is 'The Future of Fandom', with speakers covering the importance of fan engagement and how additional, unique revenue streams can be created in esports. The crucial role of technology will also be discussed, alongside how esports is perfectly positioned to continue its partnership with other forms of mainstream entertainment, such as traditional sports.
Some of the speakers that have been announced include:
- HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud - Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation
- H.E. Abdullah Alswaha - Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Ralf Reichert - CEO of the Esports World Cup Foundation
- Arnold Hur - CEO of Gen.G Esports
- Magnus Carlsen - World Chess Champion
- Brian Ward - CEO of the Savvy Games Group
- Faisal Mohammed Bin Homran - Chief Product Officer of the Esports World Cup Foundation
- Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo - Professional CS2 player for FURIA Esports
- Maya Rogers - CEO of Tetris
- Peter Hutton - Board Director of the Saudi Pro League
- Steve Arhancet - Co-CEO of Team Liquid
And many others!
The Schedule for the 2024 New Global Sport Conference
Here's a look at the itinerary for the New Global Sport Conference 2024, which will run alongside the Esports World Cup closing ceremony.
Day 1: August 24th 2024
8:30-10:00: Registration and Networking Coffee
10:00-10:10: Welcome from the Hosts
10:10-10:20: Official Opening Remarks
10:20-10:50: Becoming a Modern Sports Hero
10:50-11:30: Game on, Saudi Arabia
11:30-12:10: A Historic Convergence of Esports
12:10-13:40: Networking Lunch
13:40-14:20: Pioneering the Future (Hero Stage), Fan Frenzy Marketing (The Arena)
14:20-15:00: The Art Of (E)Sports Storytelling (Hero Stage), The Cultural Identity Of Future Fandom (The Arena)
15:00-15:40: Navigating Growth In Games & Entertainment
16:00: Networking Afternoon
Day 2: August 25th 2024
8:30-10:00: Registration and Networking Coffee
10:00-10:10: Welcoming and Opening Remarks
10:10-10:40: Chess, Esports: Strategy Redefined Together
10:40-11:20: Traditional Sports in the Esports Era
11:20-12:00: Creating Fan Favourite Games
12:00-13:30: Networking Lunch
13:30-14:10: Rebooting Success (Hero Stage), Cultural Crossroads in Games (The Arena)
14:10-15:00: Industry Announcements (Hero Stage), Breaking Boundaries in Games & Esports (The Arena)
15:00: Networking Afternoon
To engage with key figures who are instrumental parts of Saudi Vision 2030, experience Riyadh as the global hub of Esports, and begin to pave the way for the industry as a whole, the New Global Sport Conference is the place to be!
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