Triathlon Business International (TBI), the industry organization dedicated to promoting the sport and business of triathlon internationally, has announced that its second Global Conference, ‘Shaping the Future of Triathlon’, on 9-11 July, in Roth, Germany is nearing a registration sell-out.
Those interested in attending can get detailed information and register at triathlonbusinessintl.com/2015-global-triathlon-conference. Online registration closes on 10 July.
The keynote speaker lineup is led by DATEV eG CEO Prof Dieter Kempf who will talk about his company’s activation and benefits as title sponsor of the legendary DATEV Challenge Roth, the world’s largest long distance triathlon, which is held on Sunday 12 July.
He will be joined by keynote speakers: Timo Bracht, 2014 Challenge Roth Champion who will talk about the highs and lows of a pro career in triathlon; Chris McCormack, Long Distance World, IRONMAN and Challenge Roth champion, who will speak on his perspective as a triathlete who is both a professional athlete and now a businessman; and Robert Püstow, Strategic Business Development Manager EMEA, ACTIVE Network, who will present on the importance of using big data to drive better decisions and efficiency within multisport businesses.
Attendees will also hear from TBI President Jack Caress, Challenge Roth Race Director Felix Walchshöfer and Lapio CEO Klaus Preisler. Walchshöfer will provide an overview of what competitors and guests can expect from the 2015 DATEV Challenge Roth.
Panel discussions include:
‘The State of Triathlon in Europe, UK and the World’
Moderator: Jené Shaw, Senior Editor, Triathlete Magazine
Panelists: Gary Roethenbaugh, Managing Director, MultiSport Research; Frank Wechsel, CEO spomedis GmbH, Triathlon Magazine Germany; Zibi Szlufcik, CEO, Challenge Family
‘Athlete Sponsorships and the Changing Nature of our Industry’
Moderator: Peter Hurley, CEO, American Bicycle Group
Panelists: Bob De Wolf, Uplace-BMC Pro Triathlon Team; John Duquette, Managing Director, blueseventy
‘The Hottest Topics in Triathlon’
Moderators for open attendee discussion are: Jack Caress, Founder/CEO, Pacific Sports LLC and President, Triathlon Business International; Gary Roethenbaugh, Managing Director, MultiSport Research; and Jochen Schmahl, BrandRelationship Consulting
The conference kicks off next Thursday night with the Erdinger Unweisse Party at the Roth Expo. Friday is full of networking opportunities with a special reception hosted by Quintana Roo, unveiling ‘the next generation in triathlon-specific bikes’, and a speed networking session, which allows attendees to meet and exchange business cards with all other conference attendees.
That night there is a special tour of the 16th century castle, Schloss Ratibor, hosted by Roth Mayor Ralph Edelhaeusser. Following the tour, attendees will have the opportunity to make more valuable connections at the Welcome Party powered by Beyern3 at Market Square in Roth. Conference credentials are required for all activities.
A complete list of speakers includes:
- Timo Bracht, 2014 Challenge Roth Champion, IRONMAN, pro triathlete
- Jack Caress, President, Triathlon Business International; CEO, Pacific Sports LLC
- Bob De Wolf, General Manager, Uplace-BMC Pro Triathlon Team
- John Duquette, Managing Director, blueseventy
- Peter Hurley, CEO American Bicycle Group (QR & Litespeed)
- Prof Dieter Kempf, CEO, DATEV eG
- Chris McCormack, 2x IRONMAN World Champion, Challenge Roth winner, pro triathlete, businessman
- Jené Shaw, Senior Editor, Triathlete Magazine
- Robert Püstow, Strategic Business Development Manager EMEA, ACTIVE Network
- Klaus Presler, Founder/CEO, Lapio
- Gary Roethenbaugh, Managing Director, MultiSport Research
- Jochen Schmahl, BrandRelationship Consulting
- Zibi Szlufcik, CEO, Challenge Family
- Felix Walchshöfer, Race Director, Challenge Roth
- Frank Wechsel, CEO spomedis GmbH, Triathlon Magazine Germany
A current conference schedule and list of speakers can be found on the event website.
Conference registration is US$275 / €244 for TBI members and US$375 / €332 for non-members. The fee includes all conference sessions, two hosted lunches, the hosted reception and attendee swag bags.
Triathlon Business International is dedicated to promoting the sport and business of triathlon. TBI’s members can participate in and access: conversations that will impact the development of triathlon around the world; initiatives regarding industry rules and standards; statistical data on sell-in and sell-through of events, products and services of related industries; and legal, legislative monitoring and action on behalf of all industry suppliers.
The Challenge Family series of triathlons features 47 full and half distance races in 23 countries around the world, including the world’s largest long distance triathlon – Challenge Roth in Germany. The birthplace of the Challenge Family, Challenge Roth now features over 5,500 athletes and 220,000 spectators and is home to both long distance tri world records held by Andreas Raelert (GER) and Chrissie Wellington (GBR).
Since 2002, races throughout Europe, UK, Australasia, Asia, North America and South America have joined Roth. Together they provide athletes with a new experience of long distance racing with a strong focus on athlete and spectator experience, giving back to the community while respecting the legacy of sport and being committed to its continued growth.
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