Frank Dunne talks to industry leaders about the rise of short-form video, how it is creating a new set of creative and commercial imperatives, and why revenues do not yet reflect the growth in consumption.

Cuba is back on the radar for all the right reasons after decades-long tensions with the US eased. Barry Wilner looks at the implications for the sports industry in the country.

Kevin Roberts, founding editor, SportBusiness International on why branding is a central issue to sport's corruption scandals

Has Facebook stolen a march on its rivals with its Sports Stadium treatment of live events? Kevin Roberts looks at the initiative.

Frank Dunne explains why a Uefa Champions League dominated by elite clubs from Europe’s top five leagues is likely to happen from 2018 and why the fall of Michel Platini could pave the way for it.

Chinese investment in sport has accelerated over the past year. Sportbusiness International looks at the reasons behind this growing trend.

The Academy is very pleased to announce that sports law specialist François Carrard has joined this year's "Academy Forum" together with other international experts to discuss best practices in governance of sport organisations. As a long time sport leader specialised in implementing reforms for major actors of the sports world, Carrard will share his extensive knowledge and experience on the subject matter with the participants.

European football's elite clubs want a greater share of TV revenues, and with the power vacuum at Uefa this is a good time to push for it.

Wrap of the on-stage action at the Leaders event, which included CBS Sports president Sean McManus speaking on Super Bowl 50 and the future of sports broadcasting, Gatorade on sponsorship strategy, WME | IMG on marketing across entertainment and sport, and more.

LAUSANNE, Switzerland – City Forum, one of the ‘go-to’ events hosted by SportAccord Convention is back stronger than ever and will assess the impact of sport on cities. Set to take place on the afternoon of Tuesday 19 April at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne, Switzerland, this year’s City Forum sees the return of the legendary Don Schumacher to lead the event. A cities champion and supporter, and known to many worldwide, Don has worked closely with SportAccord Convention to put together a thought-provoking programme for delegates.

The Leaders Sport Performance Summit will touch down in Los Angeles on 5 March 2016. The Red Bull Media House will play host, as experts from a wide range of industries converge to engage in discussions around peak performance. The global gathering will bring together performance practitioners from across the sport, technology, health, & entertainment fields.

Nowadays, innovation is the key for growth in every aspect. That is why the experts in sports who seek to transform the industry contain innovation in their DNA. Under this premise, Sport Innovation Summit is back for its third edition, an event created and powered by Moveo Lab, which presents some of the great innovations in sports industry through world-class speakers who will inspire leaders.

Minnesota Vikings, Everton FC, Gatorade, BMW, MLS and Blizzard Entertainment join speaker line-up for the Leaders Sports Business Summit in New York next week.

SportAccord Convention is delighted to welcome the return of Gold Partner Sport Event Denmark to this year’s Convention taking place at the SwissTech Convention Center, Lausanne, Switzerland from 17-22 April 2016. Celebrating Golden Moments from sports events around the world, this year’s Convention delegates will have the chance to share their golden sporting moments.

Minnesota Vikings, Everton FC, Gatorade, BMW, MLS and Blizzard Entertainment join speaker line-up for the New York Leaders Sports Business Summit in two weeks’ time.

What do an ex-international cricketer, a Canadian DJ, an Honorary Consul from San Francisco, a former Silver Fern and the man known as ‘Mr Touch’ have in common?
As of today, they’re all competitors in the World Masters Games 2017, the world’s largest multi-sport event that kicks off in Auckland in just over a year.
Registrations have now opened for next year’s Games and sports-lovers from all walks of life are being encouraged to sign up and take part in one of the 28 sports on offer.

SportAccord Convention announced today that the Sports Bureau of Macau SAR Government will once again be a Gold Partner for this year’s edition taking place from 17-22 April 2016 at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne.

SportAccord Convention will host a Digital Summit in Lausanne, Switzerland at the SwissTech Convention Center on Wednesday, 20 April 2016. Leading organisations including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Periscope, Vine, Oculus Rift, as well as the International Olympic Committee, will share their experiences and latest thinking with delegates attending the SportAccord Convention.

Switzerland – SportAccord Convention is delighted to announce its Principal Media Partners, Sportcal, SportBusiness Group, and Around the Rings, to help promote this year’s Convention taking place from 17-22 April 2016. Now in its 14th edition, the annual 6-day event is attended by key decision-makers across sport and industry, who will gather at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne.