Firmly established as the singular agenda-setting event for Australia’s Sport industry, the Business of Sport Summit will be returning on 20 August 2025 at the Amora Hotel Jamison, Sydney with a renewed ambition to maximise growth for the season ahead.

The 14th Annual Business of Sport Summit offers an unparalleled platform to connect with the key decision-makers as they seek innovative solutions to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

The refined, targeted event model fosters genuine relationship-building, delivering measurable business outcomes. From impactful keynote presentations to VIP roundtable dinners, tailored content pieces, and exhibition opportunities, this event ensures you reach and engage with this exclusive audience of decision-makers.

Whether it’s networking with industry leaders, examining the power of partnerships, or reimagining the future landscape of live sporting events, attendees will walk away with unparalleled insights and meaningful connections that make a difference.

The Business of Sport Speaker List: 

Kylie Watson-Wheeler, Senior Vice President & Managing Director ANZ, The Walt Disney Company

Blake Solly, Chief Executive Officer, South Sydney Rabbitohs 

James Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Football Australia

Shaun Moody, Head of Partnerships, Tennis Australia 

Dino Mezzatesta, Group Chief Executive Officer, Cronulla Sharks

David Stevenson, Chief Executive Officer, National Basketball League (NBL)

Loretta Johns, Executive General Manager Media, Marketing & Communications, Sydney Swans

Andrew Stark, President APAC, World Surfing League

Elisa Koch, Head of Data & Analytics, AFL 

Patrick Millington Buck, Senior Marketing Manager, Commercial Partnerships, Virgin Australia

Sarah Walsh, COO AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026 LOC, Football Australia

Antonia Beggs, Head of Major Events, Golf Australia

David Basheer (CHAIR)

Official Event Info | BUSINESS OF SPORT SUMMIT