DEVELOPING FOOTBALL IN WEST AFRICA Hosted by
The First International Football Business Event in Nigeria With the aim of promoting the development of football in West Africa, through providing focused learning and business opportunities, the Soccerex Seminar Lagos will feature a mix of football s leading decision-makers joining business experts for an in-depth, two-day conference programme. Key Highlights Two days of networking and business with over 750 industry delegates Representatives from governing bodies and rights holders from around the world including English Premier League clubs such as Liverpool, Arsenal and Sunderland International brands and agencies looking for new markets to invest in Comprehensive conference agenda addressing key regional industry issues Designated networking with key industry suppliers Social evenings with a chance to experience Nigerian culture and hospitality Rub shoulders with a star studded field of African and global football legends The eyes of the African media including SuperSport, New African magazine and Classic FM who are confirmed as Media Partners for the event position yourself as a market leader at the first international football business event in this football-mad country. Nigeria is like my second home - I have been travelling there for over 30 years. The passion and ability that West Africa has for the beautiful game is immense and the economy is now growing rapidly, resulting in increased opportunities around football. In that sense, it is perfect timing that Soccerex has decided to come to Lagos. David Dein, Former Arsenal FC and FA Vice Chairman
WHY LAGOS? Did you know? According to a recent Ernst + Young survey, 60% of respondents say that their perception of Africa as a place to do business has improved over the past three years. Looking forward 73% of respondents anticipate that Africa s attractiveness will improve over the next three years, with half of these having a dedicated Africa strategy in place and 92% have an active business presence on the continent. The survey results do, however, also highlight that there is a stark difference in perception between those who already have a business presence in Africa and those who do not. In 2011, Nigeria s GDP was estimated at $415bn the 2nd largest in Africa. Lagos is the economic hub of West Africa with more than 250 senior financial institutions. The country s population is estimated at 167m making it the most populous country in Africa and 7th worldwide nigeria is Africa s largest telecommunication market and one of the fastest-growing telecommunications markets in the world. According to Citigroup, Nigeria will have the highest average GDP growth in the world between 2010 and 2050. WHY soccerex? LONDON 1996/7 2005-2009 PARIS 1998 LOS ANGELES 1999 MANCHESTER 2000 2000 / 2010-13 Soccerex is the global leader for the business of football. For 17 years, across five continents, Soccerex has provided a commercial platform for over 30,000 senior decision makers to network, do business and learn. Welcoming some of the most influential names in the industry alongside the world s media, Soccerex is a hub for the football community and sets the agenda for football worldwide. DUBAI 2001-2006 / 2008 17 5 27 johannesburg 2007-2009 2009 BRASÍLIA YEARS 2010 singapore CONTINENTS 2010-2013 RIO de janeiro 2012 lagos EVENTS 2012-2015 It has become a mustattend event in the football calendar Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA president
NETWORKING MEET AND NETWORK WITH REGIONAL BUSINESSES Quality and exclusive networking is Soccerex s trademark. The Soccerex Seminar Lagos will allow you to meet key regional industry players in Nigeria and West Africa over two days of intensive business. A line-up of exhibition pods will be displaying the latest football products and services, and structured networking will enable you to expand your contacts and business. Which continent has six of the ten fastest growing economies in the world? Asia? No, it s Africa. Which country is predicted by some to have the highest average GDP growth in the world over the next 40 years? You might think Brazil, Russia, India or China. No. Think Africa. Think Nigeria. David Cameron, British Prime Minister
confirmed speakers include: Babatunde Raji Fashola George Weah, Former AC Milan and Liberia legend The Executive Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Babatunde Raji Fashola During his illustrious career, George played for Monaco, Paris Saint Germain, AC Milan, Chelsea, Manchester City and Olympique de Marseille, and was named European Footballer of the Year and FIFA World Player of the Year in 1995. Weah is also celebrated for his humanitarian efforts in Liberia. CONFERENCE The Soccerex Seminar Lagos will deliver a conference agenda exploring current football business topics in West Africa and will gather speakers from regional rights holders, governing bodies and agencies along with internationally-renowned personalities to debate the following key issues: Football in West Africa A series of keynote speeches will tackle the current status of football in West Africa and discuss the key issues that need to be addressed David Dein Masterclass David will use his experience to address a range of current hot topics in football Learn and discuss best practice in West African football Youth Development A presentation on developing, financing and running a football academy and a discussion on key issues around youth development Lifecycle of an African Player A panel made up by African and European clubs as well as players and agents will discuss the lifecycle of an African talent Business of Football A series of sessions will focus on the various aspects of the business of football, such as stadia, player transfers, media, sponsorship, and many more Doing Business in West Africa A series of sessions dedicated to making sense of the business opportunities in West Africa including business consultants advising international companies on how to do business and several presentations of concrete football related projects available in the region Football s Social Responsibility Presentation of a range of football projects dedicated to giving back to the community David Dein, Former Arsenal FC and FA Vice Chairman As former vice-chairman of Arsenal FC, he transformed the club into one of the leading clubs in Europe, installing Arsène Wenger as manager, signing players such as Thierry Henry and creating a solid business model. Seyi Akinwunmi Chairman of Lagos State FA Bruce Bundrant Head of Commercial Partnerships, Liverpool FC Mr Wahid Enitan Oshodi Hon. Commissionner for Youth Sports and Social Development, Lagos State Alhaji Aminu Maigari President, Nigerian Football Federation Kwesi Nyantakyi President, Ghana FA Tom Vernon Founder, Right to Dream AND REPRESENTATIVES FROM ARSENAL FC, SUNDERLAND, Tout Puissant Mazembe and standard chartered bank
ekofootball The Vision of the Lagos State Football Association The Soccerex Seminar Lagos over the next four years will be an essential pillar in our vision of Eko football. We are looking forward to welcoming the football world to Lagos and to showcase the vast business opportunities in West Africa. Mr. Wahid Enitan Oshodi, Hon. Commissioner for Youth Sports and Social Development, Lagos State The Soccerex Seminar Lagos will take place in the luxurious Lagos Oriental Hotel, one of the most sought-after hotels in nigeria, a venue ideally located on beautiful Victoria Island, offering delegates amazing views of the Lagos Lagoon For more information on travel and accomodation visit our website: www.soccerex.com/lagos In 2011, Seyi Akinwunmi took over the role of Chairman at LSFA. With the support of Mr. Wahid Enitan Oshodi, Hon. Commissioner for Youth Sports and Social Development, Lagos State, he has formalised an exciting and bold vision on how to take football forward in Lagos. This vision covers all areas of football including learning, infrastructure, youth development, professional football and the business of football. Soccerex is seen as the perfect catalyst to support the realisation of this vision. As a result a wide range of business opportunities will present itself across the wide spectrum of the football industry. Did you know? The Lagos State FA hosted a panel at the European Forum 2012 in Manchester as part of the Emerging Markets workshop cycle, exposing the Ekofootball vision to delegates. Mr. Wahid Enitan Oshodi speaking at the European Forum 2012
CONTACT US TODAY TO BOOK YOUR PLACE AT THE SOCCEREX SEMINAR LAGOS Visit our website: www.soccerex.com/lagos Contact us from nigeria: Abimbola Ilo Director, Integral +234 70323 14209 abimbola@integralsande.com Opeyemi Okunoren Consultant, LSFA +234 8161 341967 opeyemi.okunoren@ekofootball.com Contact us from WEST AFRICA: Daniel Krebs Director, Soccerex +41 77 922 6546 daniel@soccerex.com FROM THE REST OF THE WORLD ENQUIRIES: Contact our sales team directly on +44 (0) 208 987 5522 Host Partner global partners premium media partner