B A R C E L O N A, J A N U A R Y CREATORS INNOVATORS DISRUPTORS R E A D Y?

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1 B A R C E L O N A, J A N U A R Y CREATORS INNOVATORS DISRUPTORS R E A D Y? techchallenge. euroleague.net

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3 W E L C O M E TO T E C H C H A L L E N G E The Euroleague Basketball has always b el ieved in the importance of continuously staying ahead of the curve, in disrupting the traditional sports landscape and in innovating to progress. As a young property, we truly b elieve in the p ower that young projects and start-ups have and the critical n eed in sports for these companies to lead change. If you are ready to enter a n ew stage, to solve existing industry challenges Jordi Bertomeu President &CEO, E u r o l e a g u e B a s k e t b a l l in innovative and creative ways, and to test your solutions in a real environment, facing real customers, sign up n ow to the Euroleague Basketball Tech Challenge, p owered by La Salle! At La Salle Barcelona Campus we are always striving to innovate. The Euroleague Tech Challenge is a fantastic opportun ity to discover n ew innovations and explore opportunities, and to make a d ifference in the sports startup world. Josep M. Santos General Manager, U n i v e r s i t y o f La S a l l e - U R L

4 W h a t is the EB T ech Challenge? A game changing opportunity for startups with an ambition of disrupting the sports sector through technology. An opportunity to connect with top global sports organisations, professionals and experts during an intensive week of mentoring, interaction and concept validation,,while understanding the role of startups and technology as key pillars in this process. W h y? Euroleague Basketball and La Salle share the ambition of being ahead of the curve and identifiying disruption and innovation as a key factor for growth H o w? By selecting the top startups and bringing them together with top sports professionals to discuss and interact on common areas of interest.

5 W H A T IS O F F E R E D? EB Tech Challenge Barcelona, January th 25th Organizing Companies 1 Access to some of the best organizations in the sports sector 2 Mentoring sessions with top professionals Private conferences, panel discussions and case study presentations Entrepreneurial advice and guidance Connection with potential clients / Validation of business model You may gain an opportunity to continue developing your solutions with Euroleague Basketball and its partners. On top of this, we ll cover accommodation / lodging / Lunch during the Tech Challenge... and many more

6 T H E J U R Y EB Tech Challenge A prestigious jury featuring world renowned professionals will select the finalists and winning startups. L u i s V i c e n t e Chief Digital Transformation & Innovation Officer - F I F A X a v i e r B i d a u l t Commercial Director, Basketball - I M G M e d i a D í d a c L e e Cofounder - G a l d a n a V e n t u r e s D a v i d H o p k i n s o n Global Head of Partnerships - R e a l M a d r i d C. F. S r e e V a r m a Founder & CEO, i S p o r t c o n n e c t & i S p o r t c o n n e c t C a p i t a l J o s e p M. S a n t o s General Manager, U n i v e r s i t y o f La S a l l e - U R L J o r d i B e r t o m e u President & CEO, E u r o l e a g u e B a s k e t b a l l

7 EB Tech Challenge C A L E N D A R Open call application 7 November 5 December Evaluation 6 December 17 November Announcement of finalists 21 December The event will be held in Barcelona, at: Tech Challenge & announcement ofwinners January Barcelona Euroleague Basketball headquarters & La Salle Campus.

8 Euroleague Tech Challenge E L I G I B I L I T Y R E Q U I R E M E N T S In order to qualify for competition, applicants must fulfil all requirements listed at the of f icial rules, which include: Startups or projects in early stages Startups that have solutions in other markets that could apply to sports are welcome. Alignment with selected areas of interest Full availability for Tech Challenge participation Rules avaliable at techchallenge.euroleague.net

9 EB Tech Challenge A R E A S OFI N T E R E S T Projects presented must have technologyat the center and cover at least one of the following areas: B u s i n e s s Digital Ticketing Data Management Monetization of assets M a r k e t i n g & C o m m u n i c a t i o n Fan engagement Fan relationship with a focus on young fans S m a r t A r e n a Activity trackers Facilities Management O t h e r s A wild-card will be reserved for any projects that do not fall within any of the categories listed here, but still is identified as a potential solution to existing or future challenges or stands out due to its innovative project.

10 EB Tech Challenge P R O M O T E R S E U R O L E A G U E B A S K E T B A L L Euroleague Basketball is a global leader in the sports and entertainment business, devoted to delivering superior clubs European leagues under a unique and innovative organizational model. Owned and managed by some of most successful and historical clubs in the world, EB manages the continent s two premier men s basketball competitions, the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague and 7DAYS EuroCup, as well the sport s premier under-18 showcase, the EB Adidas Next Generation Tournament. Euroleague Basketball competitions bring the elite of European basketball to all five continents with broadcasts in over 210 countries and territories, and to the entire sports community through its OTT platform EuroLeague TV. EB also organizes a series of community and educational programs. Its ground-breaking corporate social responsibility program One Team features 40 clubs that have already made a difference on over 12,000 participants lives. Its Sports Business MBA trains future professionals in sports management. L A S A L L E U R L Technova La Salle Technological university with a strong entrepreneurial focus and a renowned specialization in sports management. Technova La Salle is a award winning High Technology incubator. Currently Technova is the president of the International Association of Scientific Parks (IASP).

11 L a s t Y e a r P a r t i c i p a n t s The whole week was an amazing opportunity for getting messages across Avi Polark, CEO NGAGE Sportek Enterpreneurship award I will call the experience, just priceless Daniel Waiss, NFC Sound Winner and Most Disruptive Solution It was a unique opportunity to showcase our product and develop a relationship with the biggest brands in the sports sector - Jasper Swelheim, CEO Content Stadium New Social Media Partner of Euroleague

12 EB Tech Challenge H O W TOA P P L Y 1 2 Visit techchallenge.euroleague.net and complete the application form before December 5, Wait for Euroleague Basketball and La Salle to announce the finalist startups/projects. G O O D LUCK!! C R E A T O R S. I N N O VATORS. D I SRUPTORS.. A R E Y O U R E A D Y?