INTRODUCING
ABU DHABI | 5-9 JUNE
WHAT IS COMPASS ESPORTS FUTURE INITIATIVE? Executive Business Days at Compass Abu Dhabi 2024 aims to bridge competitive gaming with industry innovation, fostering collaboration and growth in the esports sector. From 5-9 June, this premier event features educational workshops, The Esports Future Priority Summit, and an exclusive business lounge at Compass Grand Finals; uniting local and global esports professionals, investors, and industry leaders. Attendees will gain insights, network with key stakeholders, and explore new business opportunities in the dynamic esports and gaming landscape. By partnering for this groundbreaking event, YaLLa Esports and the Esports Future Initiative (EFI) underscore their commitment to advancing the esports ecosystem, blending global expertise with regional engagement to pioneer new opportunities in the Middle East and beyond. |
5 JUNE
INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS
Closed Door Event, Abu Dhabi
INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS
Closed Door Event, Abu Dhabi
The first day of the EFI Business Days will kick off with a series of workshops tailored for local stakeholders in Abu Dhabi. These interactive sessions will be facilitated by international esports team owners, sponsors, game developers and event organizers.
The workshops will cover topics such as cultivating a thriving esports and gaming community, leveraging esports as a branding and marketing tool, and exploring the potential of esports as a lucrative investment opportunity.
Participants will not only acquire knowledge but also engage in discussions, fostering a collaborative environment for exchanging ideas and forging valuable connections.
The workshops will cover topics such as cultivating a thriving esports and gaming community, leveraging esports as a branding and marketing tool, and exploring the potential of esports as a lucrative investment opportunity.
Participants will not only acquire knowledge but also engage in discussions, fostering a collaborative environment for exchanging ideas and forging valuable connections.
6 JUNE
THE ESPORTS FUTURE PRIORITY SUMMIT
Invitation Only Event, Bab Al Qasr, Abu Dhabi
THE ESPORTS FUTURE PRIORITY SUMMIT
Invitation Only Event, Bab Al Qasr, Abu Dhabi
With a carefully curated guest list, this intimate event provides a unique networking environment where top industry leaders converge, setting new standards for esports innovation and collaboration.
The summit will serve as a platform for thoughtful panel discussions and captivating lectures by international experts, while simultaneously promoting valuable dialogue between local and global stakeholders of the industry. International attendees can learn how an expansion into the region can accelerate their business, with representatives from Abu Dhabi available onsite to meet stakeholders who are interested in becoming a part of the evolving local esports and gaming ecosystem.
Attendees will gain insights into the future of gaming and esports, delving into topics such as regional growth strategies, investment prospects, and the convergence of esports with emerging markets.
The summit will serve as a platform for thoughtful panel discussions and captivating lectures by international experts, while simultaneously promoting valuable dialogue between local and global stakeholders of the industry. International attendees can learn how an expansion into the region can accelerate their business, with representatives from Abu Dhabi available onsite to meet stakeholders who are interested in becoming a part of the evolving local esports and gaming ecosystem.
Attendees will gain insights into the future of gaming and esports, delving into topics such as regional growth strategies, investment prospects, and the convergence of esports with emerging markets.
SPEAKERS
- Frank A. Sliwkaibmedia group
- Klaus KajetskiYaLLa Esports
- Rebecca EliotProTouch Africa
- Arwin ShiraziShikenso Analytics
- Christoph TimmNigma Galaxy
- Meena GeorgeArena Esports
- Vincent GhossoubNifty Craft
- Jassem Osseiran611 Capital
PROGRAM
Thursday, June 6
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
THE FUTURE OF ESPORTS INVESTMENTS
The Investment Landscape for Esports
The Investment Landscape for Esports
Jassem Osseiran
CEO 611 Capital (United Kingdom, KSA)
CEO 611 Capital (United Kingdom, KSA)
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
HOW TO DRIVE TALENT DEVELOPMENT IN ESPORTS
The Secret behind the Esports Lab in the Yas Mall (Fireside Chat)
The Secret behind the Esports Lab in the Yas Mall (Fireside Chat)
Christoph Timm
Founder Nigma Galaxy (UAE)
Founder Nigma Galaxy (UAE)
11:40 AM
11:40 AM
GAMES & BLOCKCHAIN
How Blockchain will change the Games Industry
How Blockchain will change the Games Industry
Vincent Ghossoub
Nifty Craft
Nifty Craft
12:20 PM
12:20 PM
THE EMERGENT ESPORTS MARKET IN AFRICA
Study Cases Kenya and South Africa
Study Cases Kenya and South Africa
Rebecca Eliot
Founder ProTouch (South Africa)
James-Mark Ooko-Ombaka (Kenya)
Founder ProTouch (South Africa)
James-Mark Ooko-Ombaka (Kenya)
LUNCH BREAK
1:30 PM
1:30 PM
THE MAGIC BEHIND ESPORTS SPONSORSHIPS
How to create successful Sponsorship Strategies in Esports
How to create successful Sponsorship Strategies in Esports
Arwin Fallah Shirazi
CEO Shikenso Analytics (Germany)
CEO Shikenso Analytics (Germany)
2:30 PM
2:30 PM
E&'s VISION FOR THE ESPORTS INDUSTRY - ARENA ESPORTS
Meena George
Sr.Manager/Product Manager -Digital Entertainment Team e&
Sr.Manager/Product Manager -Digital Entertainment Team e&
3:10 PM
3:10 PM
HOW ESPORTS PUSHES TOURISM
Frank Sliwka
CEO ibMedia Group
CEO ibMedia Group
COFFEE BREAK
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
ABU DHABI'S VISION FOR THE GAMES & ESPORTS INDUSTRY
4:40 PM
4:40 PM
THE FUTURE OF ESPORTS IN MENA REGION
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Klaus Kajetski CEO YaLLa Esports (UAE)
Christoph Timm CEO Nigma Galaxy (UAE)
Meena George, E& Arena Esports
MODERATOR
Jassem Osseiran
CEO 611 Capital (United Kingdom, KSA)
Christoph Timm CEO Nigma Galaxy (UAE)
Meena George, E& Arena Esports
MODERATOR
Jassem Osseiran
CEO 611 Capital (United Kingdom, KSA)
To request an invitation, kindly complete the invite application form. Our team will review your request and accepted applicants will receive confirmation via email.
7-9 JUNE
EXECUTIVE LOUNGE
AT COMPASS GRAND FINALS
Invited guests from Industry Workshops
and The Esports Future Priority Summit
Space 42, Al Raha Beach
EXECUTIVE LOUNGE
AT COMPASS GRAND FINALS
Invited guests from Industry Workshops
and The Esports Future Priority Summit
Space 42, Al Raha Beach
During the weekend of the Compass Grand Finals, a dedicated business lounge will provide a professional environment for attendees to connect, collaborate, and explore potential partnerships. This exclusive space will facilitate meaningful interactions among business leaders, investors, and innovators within the esports and gaming industries.
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