Program
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Brooklyn Stage
Brooklyn Stage programming
June 16
2nd Summit on Sports Facilities and Infrastructure
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Stadiums of the Future: Technology and New Operating Models
Speakers Ivan Terra (2PLAY/2Ticket - Mediador), Cooper Baker (Detroit City FC), Jim McCarthy (Impresario Strategic Growth Service), David Dwaihy (Detroit City FC)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic The essence of NR Sports
Speakers Altamiro Bezerra (NR Sports)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The Future of Sports Justice: technology, efficiency, and institutional trust
Speakers Rosalia Ortega (IIDD — Mediator), Julián Ortiz (Universitas Fundación), Pedro Trangrouse (TGA/OAB-RJ), Anna Diedrich (OAB-SP)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Unlocking the Super Fan: Learn How an NFL Team Scaled Loyalty, Revenue, and Data Ownership
Speakers Jeffrey Kohn (TopFan)
Lunch
13:00 — 14:20
Congress on Communication, Media, and Entertainment in Soccer
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Fan Engagement and Digital Culture: How to Engage the Next Generation of Fans and Turn Engagement into Revenue?
Speakers Kareem Rae (One Soccer Nation - Mediador), José Martins (Time Forte), Juliane Mahoney (New England Revolution), Kristina Fraesdorf (UniqFEED), Luis Ureta (Sportian)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Unlocking the Full Value of the Football Fan Economy
Speakers Jonathan Otero (Bitkernel/Doozy)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic How can clubs use data to transform the matchday experience?
Speakers Kareem Rae (One Soccer Nation - Mediador), Leonardo Ziviani (New England Revolution), Javier Avilez (Liga de Football Americano Profesional de México), Hermano Crubellati (New York Red Bulls)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Flamengo and Corinthians: real-life examples of off-field monetization
Speakers Marcelo Fernandes (Mude) e Leandro Monteiro (Virtual Fans)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic The future of player representation: building a new global voice for soccer players
Speakers Rinaldo Martorelli (SAPESP)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Far beyond the pitch: the new agenda for financial sustainability in football
Speakers Caio Resende (CBF Academy)
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June 17
University Soccer Summit
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Coming Soon
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Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The World Cup We Are Experiencing: Stories, Behind-the-Scenes, Impacts, and Expectations for 2026
Speakers Danny Morais, Luis Aguardo (MLS) and Mauro Silva (FPF)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Instituto Neymar Junior
Speakers Altamiro Bezerra (NR Sports)
Lunch
13:00 — 14:20
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic From youth soccer to elite competition: a discussion on the role of competitive clubs
Speakers Thiago Evangelista (Philadelphia Union MLS - Mediador), Mauricio Ruiz (Red Bull New York), Gustavo Veiga (Marshall University NCAA)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Soccer and Professional Futures: Bridging Training, Experience, and the Job Market
Speakers Rubén Figueira (Football Business Academy - Mediador), Ian de Oliveira (UNH NCAA), João Pedro (InterSports America), João Garcia (Atletico Atlanta)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Global Expansion of the AFA Brand
Speakers Sergio Goycochea (Mediador), Leandro Petersen (AFA), Maxi Rodriguez (Lenda AFA)
Manhattan Stage
Manhattan Stage programming
June 16
2nd Summit on Governance and Structural Models in Soccer
Content Opening
Main topic Event presentation
Speakers Carlos Ferreira + Ka'bre Dennis
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Management in Modern Soccer: transparency, professionalization, and decision-making
Speakers Caleb Sewell (FC Tulsa - Mediador), Karl Sharman (Loudoun United Football Club), Danilo Francisquini (Hudson United), Ricardo Leão (FIFA)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Beyond the matches: what to expect from the city of São Paulo for the 2027 Women's World Cup?
Speakers Erika Coimbra (Sports and Leisure for the City of São Paulo)
Content Sessão
Main topic Interval
Speakers Novidades em breve
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel (cópia)
Main topic A Decade of Olympic Legacy in Rio: From the 2016 Games to the 2027 Women's World CupUma década de legado olímpico no Rio: dos Jogos de 2016 ao Mundial Feminino
Speakers Roberta Werner (Visit Rio)
Lunch
13:00 — 14:20
2nd Women's Soccer Summit: Women's Leadership in the 2027 World Cup
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The Global Impact of Women's Soccer as a Tool for Social Transformation
Speakers Antonia Pellegrino (EBC - Mediadora), Pamela Zaballa (No More), Alessandra Teixeira (Petrobras), Daniela Grelin (No More), Ratu Tisha (Football Association of Indonesia)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Host Cities, One Brazil: The Journey to FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ by Embratur
Speakers Musa Miranda (São Paulo), Thassio Henrique Goulart (Belo Horizonte), Tainá da Silva Barros (Salvador), Roberta Werner (Visit Rio), Denise Carrá (Fortaleza), Joel Maraschin (Rio Grande do Sul)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic From the grassroots to the spotlight: How does training new female athletes boost women's soccer?
Speakers João Frigerio (iWorkinSports - Mediador), Lucca Munhoz (Pittsburg State Universit), Agustina Furnó (AFA), Julia Moni (Teal Rising Academy Brasil)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Beyond the Pitch: The Role of Player Care in Athletes’ Experience and Performance
Speakers Tais Cotta (Orlando Pride)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The World’s Passion, Brazil’s Opportunity: Tourism, Football and Global Visibility by Embratur
Speakers Antonia Pellegrino (EBC - Mediadora), Juliana Agatte (2027 Women's World Cup), Aline Pellegrino (FIFA Women's World Cup 2027), Fanta (Pioneering Player)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The role of the community in shaping the identity of women's soccer in the U.S.
Speakers Garret James Hokr (Gotham FC)
June 17
2º Forum on Technical Development in Sport
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Performance Analysis: Strategic Investment in Athlete Development
Speakers Jeremy Fix (Major League Soccer - Mediador), Zach Cogen (Red Bull New York), Luke Jenkinson (San Diego FC)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Data-driven game model: artificial intelligence applied to youth football
Speakers Marco Rocca (YouCoach)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Developing high-performance athletes: integrating soccer, science, and performance
Speakers Luis Gallardo (Chivas Guadalajara - Mediador), Sandro Orlandelli (FC Dallas), Tiger Fitzpatrick (New York Red Bulls)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic Player Acquisition Strategies for Competitive Performance
Speakers Alecko Eskandarian (MLS)
Lunch
13:00 — 14:20
2º Sports and Commercial Business Congress
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic The new revenue ecosystem in soccer: operations, sponsorships, and content
Speakers Amani Martin (FC Barcelona — Mediator), João Hézio Cisneiros (Prematech Sports Finance), James Kitching (FIFA Clearing House SAS)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic The future of athlete transfers: regulation, legal certainty, and global competitiveness
Speakers Victor Sordi (Sordi Law)
Content Rodada de debate / Debate Panel
Main topic Strategic partnerships: How do brands and clubs create shared value?
Speakers Andres Vargas (FC Bayern Munich LLC)
Content Debate Panel
Main topic Stories First: How Storytelling Shapes Modern Content Marketing
Speakers Edgar Acero (Major League Soccer)
Content Explanação / Presentation
Main topic TifoXR™: Immersive technology for the future of sports engagement
Speakers Armen Hacopian (Global Mobile Software)
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