As the former Governor of New Jersey, Chris Christie led the legal battle that culminated in the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to overturn PASPA -- a move that opened the door to legal sports betting nationwide. In this conversation, Christie will reflect on that landmark moment, the explosive growth of the sports betting industry, and what’s next as regulators, leagues, and investors grapple with questions of integrity, innovation, and consumer behavior.

Hannah Harris, Nick Ressler, Tony Khan, and Zach Leonsis represent the evolving face of sports ownership and investment. They bring fresh perspectives, strategic vision, and innovative approaches to growing their teams and expanding their impact in the sports industry. Join us for a conversation on how they are shaping the future of sports business and investment in a rapidly changing landscape.

What does it take to turn one of the world’s most storied football brands into a 21st-century commercial powerhouse? This session features leaders of Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu Stadium and Sixth Street discussing how their partnership redefines sports infrastructure as a dynamic investment. Get insight into deal mechanics, growth strategies, and how this approach could scale across leagues and continents.

True to the spirit of the Bay Area, San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York and 49ers President and Elevate Sports CEO Al Guido are blending tech, strategy, and sport to pioneer the future of the fan and franchise experience. Join us as they pull back the curtain on what it takes to build not just a championship-caliber franchise, but a business empire rooted in performance and long-term vision. From Levi’s® Stadium’s pioneering technology to bold investments in fan experience and sports tech, York and Guido have positioned the 49ers as a launchpad for the next wave of innovation in global sports. 

Liga MX, one of the most-watched soccer leagues in the world, sits at a pivotal intersection of growth, investment, and cross-border collaboration. In this panel, Liga MX President Mikel Arriola joins influential figures in the global soccer landscape -- Alejandro Irarragorri (Orlegi Sports: Santos Laguna, Atlas, Real Sporting de Gijón) and Al Tylis (Club Necaxa, CEO of Apollo Sports Capital) -- to explore the league's evolving commercial strategy, its ambitious expansion into the US market, and the increasing synergy with MLS through the Leagues Cup and beyond.

What goes into managing the finances of a multi-billion-dollar sports league in a time of transformation? In this conversation, Christine Dorfler, Chief Financial Officer of the NFL, and David Haber, Chief Financial Officer of the NBA, take us inside the C-suite to explore how today's top financial executives are steering two of the world’s most valuable sports properties. From media rights and private equity to global expansion, infrastructure investment, and long-term planning, this session dives into how CFOs are balancing innovation, risk, and resilience.  

As the business of sports continues to evolve, leagues are stepping beyond their traditional roles to become active investors in teams, technologies, and adjacent ventures. This panel explores the strategy behind league-led investment initiatives—how leagues like the NBA and MLS are deploying capital to shape the future of the sports ecosystem.

Youth sports are rapidly emerging as a scalable and investable asset class, driven by private capital, technological innovation, and strategic long-term growth. This panel brings together industry leaders from Youth Inc., Omega Sports Holding, Collegiate Athletic Solutions, and the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). Join these key executives as they explore the investment opportunities and transformative forces shaping the future of youth sports.

LIV Golf has disrupted the traditional golf landscape, introducing a bold new approach to league structure, athlete engagement, and global sports entertainment. Join Scott O'Neil, CEO of LIV Golf, and two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson, a team captain and key voice within the league, for an inside look at LIV's innovative model and its vision for the future. From team-based competition and reimagined fan experiences to strategic investment and global expansion, this session will explore how LIV is reshaping the business of professional golf.

Fenway Sports Group’s Sam Kennedy and Theo Epstein break down their approach to deal-making across teams, leagues, and media. From acquisitions to strategic partnerships, hear how one of sports’ most influential ownership groups thinks about value, structure, and long-term growth.

An unmissable one-on-one conversation with a legendary athlete-turned-entrepreneur, exploring the intersection of sports, business, and cultural influence.

As a trailblazer in corporate leadership, financial strategy, and inclusive economic growth, Mellody Hobson brings a unique perspective on the intersection of sports, capital, and culture. In this discussion, she will share her views on ownership equity, the role of private capital in shaping the future of sports, and the importance of long-term, values-driven investment strategies. With her experience as a director of major companies and part-owner of the Denver Broncos, Hobson offers unparalleled insight into what it takes to lead and invest at the highest level.