SPORTEL Monaco 2023: Setting the Benchmark for the Global Sports Business Industry

Back to news · Sportel · October 25, 2023

Today saw the conclusion of the highly successful 33rd edition of SPORTEL Monaco, confirming its position as the global leader of the international sports business industry!

As a genuine incubator for new trends, the event once again proved that it remains THE unique and largest networking and content marketplace. Over three busy days, the most influential decision makers, representing more than 44% of C-level executives, gathered in the Principality to discuss the latest developments and the challenges ahead.

2000 participants from all over the world descended on the sold-out 7,000 square meters of exhibition space to explore the latest innovations in sports rights and dive into the major technology trends that are shaking up the broadcast industry.

The 2023 event, provided its community with the most extensive and well attended conference programme ever organised at SPORTEL. Live on stage from Speakers Corner, content met technology with, two inspiring keynotes, eight insightful masterclasses and eighteen cutting-edge presentation and customer case studies. Speakers featured a remarkable line-up of key international experts addressing the latest trends and evolutions including topics covering AI and automated production, FAST, monetization, entertainment, D2C, fan engagement, content delivery, anti-piracy, regional spotlights on India and Italy and much more who lead the debate.

“We are thankful to you all for the exceptional support of our events in Monaco, and across the world*. The 2024 season will kick off with the second edition of SPORTEL Rendez-vous Bali, before heading to Buenos Aires for the spring market. SPORTEL, as always, is dedicated to continue providing the world’s very best environment for our community to meet in person, share knowledge and sign contracts”, concluded Laurent Puons, SPORTEL, CEO.

SPORTEL Monaco 2023 in figures:
2000 participants (29% content buyers and 44% C-level executives)
800 companies (including 170 new companies)
71 countries represented
69% Europe, 13% North America, 3% Central and South America, 8% Asia, 7% Other (Africa, Middle East & Oceania)

*SPORTEL Monaco 2024 key dates:
SPORTEL Rendez-vous Bali: 22 - 23 February - InterContinental Bali Resort - sportelasia.com
SPORTEL Rendez-vous Buenos Aires: 14-15 May - Hilton Buenos Aires - sportelamerica.com
SPORTEL Monaco: 28-30 October - Grimaldi Forum - sportelmonaco.com