Aspire4Sport Table of Contents Aspire4SportCongress & Exhibition .............................................................................................................. 2 Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 2 Date & Venue ............................................................................................................................................ 4 Travel & Accommodation ......................................................................................................................... 5 Venue Floor Plan ....................................................................................................................................... 5 Download Brochure .............................................................................................................................. 5 Download 2010 Post EventReport ........................................................................................................ 5 Concurrent Events......................................................................................................................................... 5 Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 5 Exhibit ........................................................................................................................................................... 7 Why Exhibit ............................................................................................................................................... 7 Exhibitors’ Profiles .................................................................................................................................... 7 2010 Exhibitors’ List .................................................................................................................................. 9 Book your Space...................................................................................................................................... 10 Sponsor ....................................................................................................................................................... 11 Why Become a Sponsor .......................................................................................................................... 11 Sponsorship Packages ............................................................................................................................. 11 Visit ............................................................................................................................................................. 12 Why Visit ............................................................................................................................................. 12 Visitors’ Profiles .................................................................................................................................. 12 Register to Visit ................................................................................................................................... 12 Send to Friend ..................................................................................................................................... 12 Attend as a Delegate ................................................................................................................................... 12 Why Attend as a Delegate ...................................................................................................................... 13 Delegates’ Profiles .................................................................................................................................. 13 Become a Delegate ................................................................................................................................. 14 Qatar ........................................................................................................................................................... 14 About Qatar ............................................................................................................................................ 14 Economy.................................................................................................................................................. 15 Doha – A Sports City ............................................................................................................................... 16 Qatar 2022 .............................................................................................................................................. 18 Media Center .............................................................................................................................................. 20 Media Coverage ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Photo Gallery .......................................................................................................................................... 20 Video Gallery ........................................................................................................................................... 20 General Info ................................................................................................................................................ 20 Aspire4Sport Congress & Exhibition Overview Aspire4Sport is an annual international Sports Congress & Exhibition held in Doha, Qatar. This year, the second edition of Aspire4Sport, will take place in and around the stunning Aspire Dome in Doha’s Sports City on November 11-14, 2011. As the only event of its kind in the Middle East, Aspire4Sport has firmly established itself as the regional destination to market sports industry expertise and solutions. Aspire4Sport 2011 is set to be a landmark event in the 2011 sports business events calendar, bringing together the best from the sporting world for 4 days of business, debate and entertainment. This event will provide a unique opportunity to network with global leaders in the world of sports. In 2011, theAspire4Sport Congress and Exhibition will gather international participants, delegates, suppliers and broadcasters representingall major world sports under the Aspire Dome to meet their peers, demonstrate the latest technologies and advances, and discuss the many collective issues facing the future of sport. Having attracted over 3,000 professional sports businesspeople and globally recognized sporting legends,Aspire4Sport 2010 set the stage for an annual gathering of the world’s leading experts to discuss the business of sports while enjoying an expansive entertainment scene. The 2011 edition will attract even bigger legends, better suppliers and larger attendance. Show Identity Card Name: Aspire4SportCongress & Expo Country: Qatar City: Doha Venue: Aspire Dome (ASPIRE Zone - Doha Sports City) Date: 11-14 November 2011 Show type: International Member of: The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI) 1st year of show: 2010 Frequency: Annual Open to: The public Business sector: Sports Organizers: Aspire Zone, IFP Qatar Date & Venue Date: 11 -14 November2011 Venue: Aspire Dome, Doha, Qatar The Aspire Dome is the world’s largest indoor multi-purpose dome, with 121,000 m2of gross space and a height of 46 m, offering the highest quality facilities for multiple sports and international events. The venue has gained recognition as the second-best sports facility in the world, next only to the Berlin Olympic Stadium, and has earned its reputation over the years by being chosen to host various world-class sporting events. Aspire4Sport 2011 will be staged within the dome’s full-size football pitch, neighboring training pitches and sports halls within Doha’s Aspire Zone, a state-of-the-art venue dedicated to sports events, business conferences and exhibitions, offering delegates and exhibitors a truly unique backdrop as they meet, learn and form new and lucrative business relationships. Travel & Accommodation Doha International Airport, the biggest airport in the region, is well connected to most world capitals through its national carrier, Qatar Airways, one of the world’s airline leaders in terms of service quality. Please contact your travel agent for additional information. Venue Floor Plan Download Brochure Download 2010 Post Show Report Concurrent Events Overview Forums The Aspire4Sport Forums are a platform for world-leading sports personalities, managers, decision-makers and sporting gurus to discuss the latest trends, technologies, breakthroughs and hot-button issues in the world of sport. The forums aim to provide a wide-ranging view into the business world of sport – attracting professionals from all sports and all sectors of the economy that touch upon the world of sport. The forum topics will focus on: Investment opportunities in Qatar’s sports industry Environmentally-friendly sports construction Summer Training Destinations Sports Science: The latest technologies and breakthroughs Sports Event Ticketing & Accreditation Sports Medicine Safety & Security Sport & Social Networking Sports branding – environment & sustainability in sport Sport & Charity Stars On A Stool Aspire4Sport 2011 will attract leading global sports personalities to discuss their careers and views on sport in a cozy setting with fans and delegates. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to engage with sport legends by hearing them speak about their past achievements and future aspirations and of course, by asking questions that pique your interest. Exhibitions Top-tier global sports brands, professional clubs, sports associations, governing bodies, media companies, stadia construction companies, merchandise manufacturers, suppliers and any and all other types of businesses that provide services or goods to the world of sports will be present at the Aspire4Sport 2011 exhibition. It will be an opportunity to network, find new products and evaluate the latest solutions from across the globe. Events A multitude of world class sporting events, demonstrations and coaching clinics led by globally-recognized experts will be scheduled throughout the event with the aim of enabling delegates to not only enjoy the experience but also to understand what it takes to make the top of the sporting world. Entertainment Aspire4Sport 2011 will provide unrivalled entertainment options for attendees. These entertainment events, set in the evenings, provide a perfect setting to socialize with other attendees and forge new partnerships and friendships while enjoying world-class sporting entertainment in a fabulous and unique atmosphere. Networking Aspire4Sport’s online networking system enables delegates to arrange meetings with other delegates and participants prior to the event, thus ensuring that your time at the event is filled with as many business meetings as you wish. Aspire Zone Aspire4Sport 2011 provides an amazing opportunity to discover one of the leading global sporting venues, experience its facilities and learn about the culture of sport that has gripped Qatar. Exhibit Why Exhibit By exhibiting at Aspire4Sport 2011, you can: Market your products, solutions and technologies directly to sports industry decision-makers Launch new products or demonstrate existing solutions Strengthen brand visibility and reaffirm your position in the market at the only sports-centric event in the Middle East Meet new contacts and strengthen existing ties Secure sales leads and find partners to work with in a region where the biggest and most lucrative sports events are being staged Promote your business through the global events promotion campaign Reach the whole Arab World through Arabic language event coverage- an opportunity that no other event can claim to offer Exhibitors’ Profiles Infrastructure Developers Construction firms Stadium builders Architects Machinery Venues & Destinations Stadia Athletic stadia Sporting clubs and gyms Indoor sports halls Spas & Retreats Sports Organizations Governing bodies Associations Franchises Clubs Sports Industry Professionals Coaches Personal training instructors Physical fitness training Sports Health Professionals Kinesiology experts Sports health professionals Chiropractors Sports therapists Sports nutrition Injury management Preventive healthcare Sports psychology Sports medicines and supplements Personal Sports Equipment Physical fitness equipment Gymnasium equipment Water sports equipment Sports Rehabilitation equipment Sportswear and Equipment Suppliers Sports Equipment Manufacturers Information Technology Consultancies Software manufacturers Hardware manufacturers ICT service providers Venue Equipment Scoreboards Sports lighting Large screens and multimedia cubes Track & field Signaling Time keeping Video & Recording Sound Systems Ventilation and air-conditioning Watering &drainage Solar energy Green energy Interior fit-out Venue Services Security solutions providers Grounds keeping Ticketing solutions Venue staffing Sports Marketing Bid specialists Branding firms Agents Marketing firms Public relations firms Video production houses Digital agencies Mass Media TV broadcast channels Radio broadcast networks 2010 Exhibitors’ List AFTER Al A Ali Sports Company (GCC) Al Kamda General Trading Company Al Kass Channel (QATAR) Al Khaldiya (Li Ning Kuwait) Al Mannai Software Al Mannai Travel Al Mannai Al Misnad Trading Al Muftah/Sharp Al Shaqab Al Jazeera Sport Channel (QATAR) ARUP Sport AS&P Asian Cup LOC 2011 (QATAR) ASPETAR (QATAR) Aspire Academy (QATAR) Aspire Zone (QATAR) Auditoire AVTech - Qvision Barwa (QATAR) Bayer 04 Leverkusen Fussball Beirut Marathon (LEBANON) Burrda (QATAR) BZW (UAE) Coaches Across Continents Coventry Sports Business University Doha Capital of Culture (QATAR) Doha Golf Club Doha Stadium (QATAR) & Doha Stadium Plus FA Learning FC Barcelona (SPAIN) FC Bayern Munich FC Brugge Federation Internationale Cinema Match World Mediterranean Marathon League NBA (USA) Olympic Altitude Training Oman Football Association Omsi (Italy) Oryx Events Petanque Qatar Peter Fleming Vacation Club (USA) Police Sport Federation (QATAR) Porsche PROSKE Group (Germany) Pro Team Prozone Sports Ltd Qatar 2022 (QATAR) Qatar foundation Qatar Golf International Qatar Football Association Qatar International Islamic Bank QIIB Qatar Olympic Committee e- QOC (QATAR) Qatar Racing Club - QRC (QATAR) Qatar Stars League -QSL (QATAR) Qatar Tourism AuthorityQTA(QATAR) QMMF QTF – Qatar Tennis Federation (QATAR) Rabia Z Reid Fenwick Architects (Spain) Saudi Premier League SPL (KSA) Scorpio Golf Sculpture for Sport SDI Marketing Skidata (UAE) Television Sportifs FIFA Turf Fitness First Games Education Generate PR Getty Images (USA) Green Apple Halcyon Gallery Hattan Office International (Saudi Arabia) ICC Icons Display (UK) IMG Academies Internazionale de Milano (ITALY) IPRS (UK) Jody Craddock (UK) Jump Zone LLC Kick Point (Germany) Little Prince Hospital (Brazil) LIVE HD Lykia Golf Group Malaga CF Michael Johnson Performance Centre MTM NAS National Day of Qatar (QATAR) Soccer Matrix Speed of Light Sport Business (UK) Sport Centric Sports Equipment Suppliers (UK) Sunset & Vine (UK) Teckell The Look Company (USA/Qatar) Top Turf Irrigation Engineering (UK) Toshkhana Trading L.C.C. Transind Group TriGrandPrix UAE Football Association UAE FA / UFL Ungerboeck Systems International Williams F1 Women Sport Committee (QATAR) ZF Design Book your Space 1. Title Mr. Ms. Mrs. 2. First Name:___________________________________ 3. Family Name:_________________________________ 4. Job Title:_____________________________________ 5. Company:___________________________________ 6. Phone Number:________________________________ 7. Fax Number:_________________________________ 8. Address:_______________________________________________________________________________________ 9. P.O.Box:_____________________ 10. City:_____________________ 12. Email:__________________________________ 11. Country:_________________ 13. Website:____________________________________ 14. I heard about the conference from (tick all that applies): Conference Website Newspaper Trade Press Radio Email Invitation/Flyer Trade Fair Phone Call from Organizer Search Engine Direct Mail Magazine Social Networking Word of Mouth Other Website Other, Specify:____________ Sponsor Why Become a Sponsor Aspire4Sport 2011 offers you a truly unique opportunity to reach a sporting industry that is both vibrant and growing rapidly in every respect. Being a sponsor will allow your company or organization to: Reaffirm its position in the regional sports industry Demonstrate its continuing commitment to the budding sports industry in Qatar and the region Gain exposure throughout the world, most specifically in the Arab world Have access to government VIPs, sports governing bodies’ management professionals and sports organization decision-makers Stand above all other exhibitors and participants by having access to privileged coverage through the Aspire4Sport 2011 media activities Attract independent media coverage through your participation as a sponsor Sponsorship Packages For a detailed listing of specific rights offered to all sponsors, please refer to the sponsorship packages document available for download here (Link). Visit Why Visit Take advantage of the multitude of business opportunities posed by the Arab World’s sporting ambitions: • Establish new contacts and strengthen existing partnerships • Discuss, evaluate and experience breakthrough sports technologies and equipment • Hear world sports industry leaders discuss the latest business opportunities • Meet world-class sports stars and hear them share their experiences Visitors’ Profiles Professionals with an interest in the sports industry, include: Athletes Managers Agents Coaches Officials Students Doctors and Medical Professionals Legal Professionals Designers and Architects Equipment Manufacturers Marketing Professionals Sports Entrepreneurs Register to Visit The usual form Send to Friend The usual form Attend as a Delegate Why Attend as a Delegate Attending Aspire4Sport 2011 comes with its own set of attractive benefits above and beyond what others are entitled to. As a delegate you will: Attend all the forums, coaching clinics and special presentations Have intimate access to leading global sports personalities during the Stars On A Stool sessions Be able to use the Aspire4Sport online networking portal which gives every delegate the ability to schedule personal appointments and plan the entire event schedule Be invited to four fantastic sports-related evening events featuring sports superstars, five-star dining and fun-filled entertainment Be able to take advantage of the multitude of business opportunities posed by the Arab World’s sporting ambitions Be listed within the Aspire4Sport delegates register so that other delegates can contact you Have access to ‘delegates only’ travel and accommodation rates through the official travel and accommodation partners Delegates’ Profiles Management C-Suite Executives Managing Directors Venue Management Senior-level Managers Mid-level Managers Business Development Marketing Managers Sponsorship Managers Facilities Directors Commissioners of Sports Communications Directors Membership Managers Sports Industry Professionals Game Developers Coaching Staff Healthcare Professionals Sports Nutrition Specialists Injury Management Professionals Preventive Health Practitioners Ticketing Managers Commercial Operations Managers Directors of Strategic Policy, Planning & Research Heads of Strategic Development Heads of System Quality, Performance & Innovation Governing Body Commercial Managers Governing Body Ticketing/Membership Managers Governing Body Digital/New Media Managers Sports Program Directors Sports Marketing Professionals Sports Administrators Education Board Professionals School Administrators Sports Education Professionals Become a Delegate Application form Qatar About Qatar Located in the in the Gulf,with over 1.7 million inhabitants, the State of Qatar is a modern and vibrant nation with a thriving economy and expansive vision for the future. Qatar has established itself as a force to be reckoned with on the world stage by channeling its resources to develop its infrastructure thereby attracting world-class businesses and leading global events. . Culture Qatar’s capital, Doha, was chosen as the 2010 Arab Cultural Capital and boasts a range of unique attractions including the stunning Katara Cultural Villagewith a custom built opera house, exhibition spaces, restaurants and a public beach. Qatar offers a unique view into the region’s past with The Museum of Islamic Art juxtaposed by the newly opened Mathaf Museum of Modern Arab Art. Both destinations provide fodder for the imagination and a unique opportunity to absorb the fruits of a vibrant civilization. Shopping For the shopping buff, no destination is more apt than Souq Waqif, which lies at the thriving heart of the Doha City, a tradition-inspired market. It is now an eclectic shopper’s paradise while also housing the country's favorite restaurants. Those looking for something more modern can shop in Qatar's world class malls and luxury boutiques including The Pearl Qatar and Villaggio Mall to name just a few. Nature For the outdoors fan, Qatar offers a multitude of options, from picturesque desert safaris to tours into the country's maritime heritage and pre-historic rock art. Nature has also gifted Qatar with one of the most unique natural phenomena anywhere in the world- an inland sea, know in the local dialect as Khor Al Udaid - a huge inlet of water surrounded by giant rolling sand dunes in the country's south east. It is truly a magnificent destination with a variety of wildlife and scenic beauty all its own- and the trip there is just as fun. In stark contrast, but no less scenic is the Sealine Beach Resort and surrounding beach at Mesaieed where you can enjoy the calm blue waters of the Arabian Gulf. Qatar offers true Arabic hospitality in a safe, modern and vibrant setting. For more information go to www.qatartourism.gov.qa Economy A Powerful Economy Serving a World Capital In 2010, Qatar had the world's highest GDP per capita, while the economy grew by 19.40%, the fastest in the world. The main drivers for this rapid growth are ongoing increases in production and exports of natural gas, oil, petrochemicals and related industries. The real estate market, with an actual value of USD 55 billion, has been experiencing a significant boost in virtually all sectors, including: • A 92% increase in supply of high-rise commercial office towers in 2 years • A 34% increase in supply of retail space Looking ahead, Qatar’s economy is expected to keep its upward trend and growth is likely to continue with Qatar’s overall real GDP projected to grow by 18.6% in 2011, which is among the highest in the world - driven mainly by continued large expansion in natural gas production and public investment expenditures. A staggering USD 160 billion are planned to be spent on development projects in anticipation for the FIFA World Cup in 2022: • USD 35 billion for Qatar’s railroad plans • 240 hotels with over 90,000 rooms • 12 stadiums with a 500,000 seating capacity • USD 4 billion Qatar-Bahrain causeway • Over USD 20 billion on road building/expansion Doha –A Sports City Doha: A Destination of Choice for Global SportingEvents The future isbright for Doha when it comes to establishing itself as the sporting hub of the Arab World. Demonstrating both a visionary outlook and a willingness to commit unparalleled investment resources, the city has embarked onbreeding a culture of sport. Some of the sporting events hosted in Doha: The Qatar Open for Women and the ladies ITF tournament in 2001: a women's tennis tournament held for the first time in the Middle East The 3rd West Asian Games in December 2005 The 15th Asian Games in December 2006 The Oryx Cup World Championship, a hydroplane boat race, in 2009 In December 2010 Doha became the first Arab capital to be awarded the honor of hosting the crowning jewel of the world sport, the FIFA World Cup, set to kick off in June 2022. In 2011, Qatar has a particularly busy sports year, hosting the following events in its world-class facilities: Football Athletics Tennis Motorsports Golf Volleyball Handball Cycling Marine Sports AFC Asian Cup 2011 Arab Games Tournament 2011 Qatar Athletics Diamond League Qatar ExxonMobil Qatar Open (ATP Tour) WTA Sony Ericsson Championships (since 2008) Qatar MotoGP PGA European Tour Qatar Masters World Volleyball Champs Tournament (Men’s & Women’s) 4th Doha International Handball Championship Tour of Qatar World Formula Sailing Championship International Sailing Championship Snooker Fencing Squash Equestrian World Billiards Championship Men’s Grand Prix Women’s World Cup Fencing Championship International Squash Championship Global Champions Tour 2011 Sports venues in Doha and its surroundingsinclude: - Al Rayyan Stadium- Ahmed bin Ali Stadium Al-Arabi Stadium - Grand Hamad Stadium Hamad bin Khalifa Stadium -Al-Ahly Stadium Hamad Aquatic Centre Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium (Al Sadd Stadium) Khalifa International Stadium – Main venue for the 2006 Asian Games Khalifa International Tennis Complex Qatar Sports Club Stadium Thani bin Jassim Stadium - Al-Gharrafa Stadium Stadiums/sport facilities under construction: - The Wall Stadium: would become the world's largest underground stadium Paralympic Stadium Doha Sports Museum International Circuit The MotoGP motorcycling grand prix of Doha is held annually at Losail International Circuit, located just north of the city. ASPIRE Zone ASPIRE Zone is an international sport destination that is progressing in its vision to be a global leader in sports excellence with recognized world class infrastructure, events, and services that contribute to a vibrant sports economy of State of Qatar. ASPIRE Zone (formerly known as Sports City Project) has grown significantly since its inception as an international sport destination in 2003 and now comprises of three strategic business units and a corporate office of the ASPIRE Zone Foundation (AZF). The Mission of ASPIRE Zone is to develop sports champions, promote healthy lifestyle and galvanize the sports economy. All the business units of AZF have their individual role to play in realizing the AZF Mission. The three strategic business units are; ASPIRE ACADEMY; Created in 2004, the ASPIRE Academy for Sports Excellence has the dual aims of identifying and transforming promising student-athletes into world-renowned champions across a wide range of sports, and to act as a beacon to draw sporting culture into the center of life in Qatar and the surrounding region. The Academy is distinguished by a philosophy which aims to develop the student as a whole, providing him with full academic, social and sporting development. Unrivalled facilities, housed in and around the world’s largest purpose-built indoor sports dome, ensure the Academy’s reputation as one of the foremost sporting and educational institutions in the entire international community. The sports program has already produced several national team players for Qatar’s senior football team and medallists at international sporting events. ASPETAR, Qatar’s Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine; is the first of its kind advanced sports medicine facility in the Middle East ensuring that athletes can perform at their fullest potential. ASPETAR commenced operations in 2007 and in 2009 was recognized as a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence. Through the delivery of excellence in sports medicine, physiotherapy, sports science, orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation, Aspetar services the needs of football and sports clubs and federations throughout the State of Qatar, and regularly services international athletes and professional sportspeople. Aspire LOGISTICS; is the third of the strategic business partner and it has grown out of the Sport City Project which was responsible for building the award winning sport stadia and facilities that make Aspire Zone such an awe-inspiring precinct. Aspire LOGISTICS is the custodian for Aspire Zone’s facilities and manages the venues and the international sport activities they attract. The city was an important player in winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup bid submitted by the Qatar Football Association. To find out more, go to www.aspirezone.qa Qatar 2022 The Road to 2022 By winning the bid for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar has become the first Middle Eastern and Arab country to host the crowning event of international sports. With just over 1.7 million inhabitants, Qatar has managed to achieve in a few short years what nations with illustrious sporting histories have coveted sometimes for decades. Teams from 32 countries (including Qatar) will compete in 12 state-of-the-art venues in 7 cities across the nation. More than a subject of national pride, hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup means giving Qatar’s visitors the best experience of Arabian hospitality Qatar is set to be the biggest construction site in dollars per square meter, withplans to spend a staggering USD 160 billion on development projects in order to welcome fans from around the world with the best amenities and entertainment venues: • USD 35 billion to develop the national railroad • 240 hotels with over 90,000 rooms • 12 stadiums with a capacity of over half a million people • more than USD 20 billion to build and expand roads Football Stadiums Like the World Has Never Seen One of the major factors which led to Qatar being considered for the 2022 FIFA World Cup bidding process was the futuristic and green vision of its proposed stadiums. Carbon Neutrality Each stadium will convert solar energy into electricity to provide lighting and a cool environment for both players and fans. When games are not taking place, the solar installations will export energy onto the national power grid. This unique vision opens the way for a wealth of opportunities to all types of suppliers to push the limits of what is currently considered the norm in stadium construction. Stadium Exportation Qatar intends to take parts of these built stadiums and repackage them into smaller units for exportation to various countries around the globe who may not have access to such world-class sporting facilities. This too has never been done before, and so as to avoid the white elephants phenomena. Media Center Media Coverage Photo Gallery Video Gallery General Info Boiler plate