SportNXT 2025 Agenda

SportNXT 2025 Themes and Breakout Streams

Agenda speakers, topics and schedule are subject to change. The conference will deliver a combination of in person, video and hybrid sessions. Additional speakers will continue to be added to the program.

The third day is reserved for SportNXT and the Victorian Government to host concurrent site visit tours to selected sports infrastructure in and around Melbourne.

Site visit capacity is limited and registration is required.

8:30 am

WELCOME TO SPORTNXT

Official conference welcome.

9:00 am

KEYNOTE - CHRISTINE MCLOUGHLIN AM & CATE CAMPBELL OAM

MAIN STAGE (Virtual)

Christine McLoughlin AM

Cate Campbell OAM

As its Chair, Christine McLoughlin leads The Suncorp Group, Australia's largest general insurance group, in a time of industry transformation. As Co-Founder and Chair of the Minerva Network she leads a national network of women at the top of their game in an even more revolutionary era. Join Christine and iconic Olympian Cate Campbell OAM, for a fascinating fireside discussion exploring leadership, women's sport, the unique challenges for female athletes both on and off the field, and the power of mentorship.

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE (Virtual)

Speakers

Christine McLoughlin AM

Chair, Suncorp Group; Chair & Co-Founder, Minerva Network

Cate Campbell OAM

Former Olympian

9:30 am

THE STATE OF SPORT

MAIN STAGE (In Person)

Liz Ellis AO

John Wylie AC

Tim Cahill AO

Neroli Meadows

Industry leaders discuss trends influencing the future of sport and unpack the most critical issues facing sport today, from the future of revenue and partnerships and navigating changing markets to organisational futureproofing, capitalisation, and more.

MODERATOR: NEROLI MEADOWS - Broadcaster
SPEAKERS:

LIZ ELLIS AO – Chair, Netball Australia
JOHN WYLIE AC – Founder & CEO, Tanarra Capital
TIM CAHILL AO – International Sports Advisor, Aspire Academy, QFA, Qatar

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE (In Person)

Speakers

Liz Ellis AO

Chair, Netball Australia

John Wylie AC

Principal & Founder, Tanarra Capital

Tim Cahill AO

International Sports Advisor, Aspire Academy, QFA, Qatar

Neroli Meadows

Sports Broadcaster & Journalist

10:15 am

MORNING TEA

10:45 am

KEYNOTE - MARK TATUM (Virtual)

MAIN STAGE (Virtual - live)

Mark Tatum

Len Perna

Join a fascinating virtual fireside chat with one of world sport's most prominent figures, NBA Deputy Commissioner, Mark Tatum. Hear Mark's unique perspective on the future of sport, and the NBA's continued leadership across AI and Tech-driven innovation, social impact, international growth and immersive fan experiences.

MODERATOR: LEN PERNA - Chairman, Founder and CEO, TurnkeyZRG

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE (Virtual - live)

Speakers

Mark Tatum

Deputy Commissioner & COO, NBA (virtual)

Len Perna

Founder, Chairman & CEO, TurnkeyZRG

11:15 am

THE STATE OF CAPITAL

MAIN STAGE (In Person)

PKSV Sagar

Danny Townsend

Andrew Crocker

Katie McNamara

The battle for capital in sport has never been more fierce or diverse. What should teams, leagues and federations be considering to ensure their survival and deliver long term growth? Key leaders from across the investment landscape give their perspectives on the evolving strategies, trends and themes that will shape capital investment in sport over the next decade.

MODERATOR: KATIE MCNAMARA - Director, Sports, Events and Venues, Australia, Ernst & Young

SPEAKERS:

PKSV SAGAR – President, GMR Sports
DANNY TOWNSEND – CEO, SURJ Sports Investment
ANDREW CROKER – Advisory Board Chair, Oakwell Sports Advisory

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE (In Person)

Speakers

PKSV Sagar

President, GMR Sports

Danny Townsend

CEO, SURJ Sports Investment

Katie McNamara

Director, Sports, Events and Venues, Australia, Ernst & Young

12:05 pm

KEYNOTE - SANJOG GUPTA

MAIN STAGE (In Person)

Sanjog Gupta

Powered by an under 45 cohort that's >60% of its population, it's been a remarkable year of accomplishments since our "India: Emerging Superpower" session at SportNXT '24. From best-ever success at the Paris Olympics, the emergence of a broadcast superstar, taking Kabaddi to the world, to an ambitious 2036 Olympic bid and world-first innovations - India's place in world sport continues to grow. Join one of India's most prominent media executives and a pioneer in modern sports broadcasting for an inside look at what's next across sport, media and technology.

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE (In Person)

Speakers

Sanjog Gupta

CEO, Sports, JioStar

12:40 pm

LUNCH & EXHIBITS

1:40 pm

BRANDS AND MARKETING BREAKOUT - SCALING SPORT THROUGH STORYTELLING: BASKETBALL'S 'MATILDAS MOMENT'

AUDITORIUM

Jennie Sager

Lauren Jackson AO OLY

Jessica Robinson

Women's basketball is experiencing a seismic shift here in Australia and around the world. How can the WNBL and women's basketball seize this opportunity to scale and inspire the next generation of basketball fans? The session explores how storytelling is the secret to scaling and catalyst for change by bringing together incoming WNBL CEO, Jennie Sager, and basketball legend Lauren Jackson. For sports marketing professionals wanting to learn how to identify the unique stories within their own league/club/organisation, challenges and opportunities for nurturing talent, how to establish and nurture relationships with key journalists and build a brand to reach new audiences and one that is centered on players empowered to share their stories and experience.

MODERATOR: JESSICA ROBINSON - Journalist and Digital Producer, CODE Sports
SPEAKERS:

JENNIE SAGER – CEO, WNBL
LAUREN JACKSON AO OLY – Special Advisor, WNBL

LOCATION: AUDITORIUM

Speakers

Jennie Sager

CEO, WNBL

Lauren Jackson AO OLY

Special Advisor, WNBL

Jessica Robinson

Journalist & Digital Producer, CODE Sports

1:40 pm

WORKSHOP - ATHLETES AS CHANGE-MAKERS: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ELITE SPORT AND COMMUNITY WELLBEING

TENNIS HQ (In Person)

Owen Brigstock-Barron

Tom Mulvaney

Nicky Couston

Isabelle Connor

Athletes have long been role models, but their influence on health and wellbeing extends far beyond the final siren. This interactive session will explore the dynamic relationship between athlete wellbeing and their communities — how one drives the other and the role sport plays in shaping attitudes and behaviour on and off the field. This session brings together world leaders in sport and mental health exploring opportunities to build mental fitness, bring sporting role models into communities and build the wellbeing of current and future athletes.

MODERATOR: TOM MULVANEY - Director, Australasian Young Men's Health, Movember
SPEAKERS

OWEN BRIGSTOCK-BARRON - Director of Global Sports Health Initiatives, Movember
NICKY COUSTON – Head of Talent Pathways, AFL
ISABELLE CONNOR – Team USA Rhythmic Gymnast, Olympian

LOCATION: TENNIS HQ (In Person)

Speakers

Owen Brigstock-Barron

Director of Global Sports Health Initiatives, Movember

Tom Mulvaney

Director, Australasian Young Men's Health, Movember

Nicky Couston

Head of Talent Pathways, AFL

Isabelle Connor

Team USA Rhythmic Gymnast, Olympian

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