FOOTBALL BUSINESS INSIDE

"We need to make sure that we are not just providing a space but providing an experience!" Definitely a statement that everyone can take away with them. Thank you so much Drew for being part of #CXS2025 presented by Opta by Stats Perform and sharing your insights from D.C. United. - Next up: Marketing Excellence & Next-Gen Stadium Summit presented by Opta by Stats Perform and hosted by AC Sparta Praha on June 3 and 4 at the epet Arena in Prague.

As Women’s Month comes to a close, the momentum in women’s football is only getting stronger. From Legia Warszawa S. A. dedicated kit to FC Bayern München bespoke design and Roses de Montréal powerful debut, clubs and leagues are using jerseys to tell stories of identity, equality, and ambition. We explore how tailored campaigns are shaping the future of the women’s game. Read the article, link in the comments ⬇️ #WomensFootball #FootballBusiness #ClubBranding #Innovation #EqualityInSport #FBIN

Stats Perform will also join the Marketing Excellence & Next-Gen Stadium Summit in Prague as our Presenting Partner. Thanks again to Jiří Kadlec and his colleagues for the great collaboration at #CXS2025 last week in Budapest.

It's time for the next Executive Monthly. Next week Thomas Rypens will be sharing his insights on Club Brugge's Membership & Loyalty Strategy. Participation is only possible for members of the FBIN Executive Network. So if you want to join the online session, please apply for your membership now. FBIN Executive is a global network for senior executives (C-level, Directors, etc.) who work for football clubs and leagues: https://lnkd.in/dDBYywu3

FBIN’s Weekly Careers Update #12 of the year is live! From leadership changes to key promotions – here are some of this week’s highlights: ⚽Henning Bindzus, long-time FBIN Member, joins Hannover 96 as Managing Director Commercial ⚽Mark Davies becomes CCO at Milton Keynes Dons Football Club ⚽Alan McTavish leaves Everton Football Club ⚽Jamie-Leigh Matheson promoted at Blackpool Football Club ⚽Alexander Vantyghem joins Royal Belgian Football Association ...and 7 more moves across the business side of football. 📄 Full article in the comments ⬇️

Qualifying for a #UEFA competition is a dream come true for many clubs. But behind the scenes, it’s a crash course in compliance, logistics, sponsorship rules, and media pressure. We looked at the 6 biggest business challenges small and mid-sized clubs face when stepping onto the European stage - with real examples from across the continent. 👇 Read the full article - link in the comments

Indeed, it was not the first FBIN event Timm Jäger attended - and it looks like it won't be the last either. Thank you Timm for joining us at the #CXS2025 in Budapest and we look forward to meeting you again in 10 weeks in Prague at the FBIN Marketing Excellence & Next-Gen Stadium Summit presented by Opta by Stats Perform. ℹ️ More about the #MXS2025: https://lnkd.in/dBS7tYdE

We are looking for a research editor who is primarily responsible for reports, guides and summaries. More info about the job: https://lnkd.in/dM2mKyzW

Tickets are now on sale! Join us at the FBIN Marketing Excellence & Next-Gen Stadium Summit presented by Oopta by Stats Perform and hosted by AC Sparta Praha fotbal, a.s. on June 3 & 4! ▶️ Day 1: The Fan & The Stadium – exploring fan engagement, experience, and stadium innovations ▶️ Day 2: Marketing Strategy, Brand Identity & Evolution, Winning Gen Z, and Innovative Content Strategies Plus, don’t miss the Networking Evening on June 3, featuring the presentation of the FBIN Marketing Excellence Awards! ℹ️ Early Bird tickets available until April 15! ℹ️ Get your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/dwrdJAUd

You saw the video and probably the photos - on Tuesday the first ever FBIN Commercial Excellence Awards were presented in Budapest. And these are the winners. Congratulations to Club Brugge and Relo Metrics. But as the jury member Kasper Kronenberg said, it was a very close race in some categories. So once again a big thank you and congratulations to all nominees for their strong submissions! The submission phase for the upcoming Marketing Excellence Awards starts on April 1! All info about the FBIN Excellence Awards: https://lnkd.in/dZsearrt