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The Forum, supported by strategic partnerships with the Abu Dhabi Convention and
Exhibition Bureau and the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi,
underlines Abu Dhabi’s growing status as a global hub for sports business and
collaboration.

The Sport Industry Forum is held alongside the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, where the first
game between the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets will take place on the evening of
4 October at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
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A stellar lineup of VIP speakers will offer insights on the region’s evolving sports industry,
including:

• H.E. Dr. Ahmed Al Khazraji, Director General, Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre
• H.E. Mohamed Al Balooshi, Executive Director, Community Engagement &
Sports, Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi
• H.E. Ahmed Al Hosani, Executive Director, Strategic Planning & Excellence
Sector, Abu Dhabi Sports Council
• H.E. Ali Al Ali, CEO & Board Member, Dubai Racing Club
• Rich Gotham, President, Boston Celtics
• Kevin Demoff, President of Team & Media Operations, Kroenke Sports and
Entertainment
• Jonathan Emery, CEO, Aldar Development
• Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO, Ethara

Speakers will address the future of sports in the UAE, explore the intersections between
sports, public health, and community engagement, and provide global perspectives on
building winning teams and organizations.

Stern at NYU Abu Dhabi is the proud host partner of the event. Additional support comes
from official partners Ethara, Thorn Lighting, TwelfthMan, Bylder, Wasserman Live,
Naturals AV and associate partner Qantara Sports.

In addition to the core sessions, attendees can participate in optional cultural tours and a
golf day on the first day, offering further opportunities for networking and cultural
engagement.

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