World Football Summit Unleashes its Rebrand with a Bold Claim: "The Football We Want, The Football We Need"

 

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World Football Summit Unleashes its Rebrand with a Bold Claim: "The Football We Want, The Football We Need"

The rebrand introduces a new visual identity, including a cutting-edge logo and a revamped website, designed to reflect the brand's rebellious yet expert tone

MADRID, Spain, September 5, 2023/ -- World Football Summit (www.WorldFootballSummit.com) is thrilled to announce its transformative rebranding initiative under the audacious claim: "The Football We Want, The Football We Need,” in a move that hopes to unite those working in the global football industry toward making it more professional, sustainable, and one that those who work in it are proud to champion.

A New Era for World Football Summit

World Football Summit is not just evolving; it's revolutionizing. Known for its premier events that have been the cornerstone of the football industry since its first event in Madrid (Spain) in 2016, the company is now stepping up to become the global platform of choice for the football industry, focusing on networking, events, and content.

"To build the modern and progressive football industry we need," says Jan Alessie, Co-founder and Director at World Football Summit. "The football industry is at a crossroads. It's time for a change, and our ambition is to be at the forefront of this change. Our rebrand is not just a facelift; it's a fundamental shift in our mission and vision."

"We're not just talking about change; we're facilitating it. Our platform will serve as the nexus where the future of football is shaped, "adds Marian Otamendi, Co-founder and Director at WFS, “connecting a community of football industry leaders who share knowledge and ideas to evolve the industry from a business and values perspective." 

The Creative Minds Behind the Rebrand: Summa Branding

World Football Summit could not have embarked on such a  journey without the creative force of Summa Branding, the agency responsible for guiding the new strategic narrative and visual identity. With a portfolio that includes top-tier football brands like FC Barcelona, Kings League, and Sevilla FC, Summa brought unparalleled expertise to the table.

"World Football Summit is setting the stage for a new chapter in the football industry. Their commitment to driving change aligns perfectly with our own vision,which made working on this project such a rewarding experience for our team" says Joan Mendoza, Head of Sports at Summa Branding.

What to Expect

The rebrand introduces a new visual identity, including a cutting-edge logo and a revamped website, designed to reflect the brand's rebellious yet expert tone. But it's not just about aesthetics; it's about action. Expect more interactive events, thought-provoking content, and unparalleled networking opportunities that will redefine the football industry.

"We're challenging the status quo because we know there's a better way. And we have the network and expertise to prove it," adds Jan Alessie.

Join Us

World Football Summit is not just setting the stage for the future of football; it's building it. This is the football we want, the football we need.

We invite you to be part of this revolutionary journey. Visit our newly launched website at www.WorldFootballSummit.com and follow us on Social Media for the latest updates.

This press release is designed to be more than just an announcement; it's a call to action for the entire football industry. It's not just about what World Football Summit is doing; it's about what the industry needs to do. And that makes it not just newsworthy, but history-worthy.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Football Summit.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Jaime Domínguez

Chief Marketing Officer 

World Football Summit 

Email: press@worldfootballsummit.com

About World Football Summit:

World Football Summit is the biggest platform dedicated to the football industry. Since its inception in 2016, WFS has successfully attracted over 22,000 attendees across 17 events and has built a global community of 90,000+ sports industry executives. Top names in the industry, including Gianni Infantino, Fatma Samoura, Ronaldo Nazario, Samuel Eto’o, Peter Moore, and Cindy Parlow- Cone have participated, showcasing the event's significance in the global football landscape. WFS has also developed game-changing industry reports and operates a content machine that includes a newsletter and a podcast aimed at empowering football industry professionals worldwide.

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World Football Summit

Farewell To Pope Benedict XVI, Barbara Walters and Pelé

Three awesome humanbeings passed on to eternity one after the other in the last three days of December, the last month of the year 2022 as the world awaits the coming of the new year 2023. The great Roman Catholic priest, scholar and theologian,Pope Benedict XVI; the trailblazer of women in TV journalism, the beautiful and wonderful Barbara Walters and the unforgettable King of Soccer, Pelé.

Pope Benedict XVI (Latin: Benedictus XVI; Italian: Benedetto XVI; German: Benedikt XVI.; born Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger, German: [ˈjoːzɛf ʔaˈlɔʏzi̯ʊs ˈʁatsɪŋɐ]; 16 April 1927 – 31 December 2022) was the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State from 19 April 2005 until his resignation on 28 February 2013. Benedict's election as pope occurred in the 2005 papal conclave that followed the death of Pope John Paul II. Benedict chose to be known by the title "pope emeritus" upon his resignation.

Barbara Jill Walters (September 25, 1929 – December 30, 2022) was an American broadcast journalist and television personality.

Known for her interviewing ability and popularity with viewers, Walters appeared as a host of numerous television programs, including Today, the ABC Evening News, 20/20, and The View. Walters was a working journalist from 1951 until her retirement in 2015.

Edson Arantes do Nascimento[note 1] (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈɛdsõ(w) aˈɾɐ̃tʃiz du nasiˈmẽtu]; 23 October 1940 – 29 December 2022), known mononymously by his nickname Pelé (Portuguese pronunciation: [peˈlɛ]), was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward. Regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and labelled "the greatest" by FIFA, he was among the most successful and popular sports figures of the 20th century. In 1999, he was named Athlete of the Century by the International Olympic Committee and was included in the Time list of the 100 most important people of the 20th century. In 2000, Pelé was voted World Player of the Century by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) and was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the Century. His 1,279 goals in 1,363 games, which includes friendlies, is recognised as a Guinness World Record.

2022 FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar: Kylian Mbappé is the Man of the Match

Kylian Mbappé is the Man of the Match

He becomes first player to score World Cup final hat-trick since Geoff Hurst as he twice brings France back level with Argentina and overtakes Pele and Zinedine Zidane.
He also wins the Golden Boot as the highest goals scorer with 9 goals.
The real STAR BOY of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Finals in Qatar.
#france #qatar #argentina #lionelmessi #worldcupfinal #worldcupfinals #fifaworldcupfinals #worldcup #worldcupqatar2022 #qatar2022 #fifaworldcup2022 #messi #mbappe #worldcup2022

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Bill Gates Signs Football in Nigeria to Support final push to Kick Polio out of Africa / Rotary clubs in Nigeria

Bill Gates

8 Jun 2010 05:54 Africa/Lagos

Bill Gates signs football in Nigeria to support final push to kick polio out of Africa / Rotary clubs in Nigeria and across the continent unite as ball's 4-month journey comes to a close in Egypt


ABUJA, June 7, 2010/African Press Organization (APO)/ -- Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, gave the Kick Polio Out of Africa (KPOA) campaign a boost today by signing the football which is traveling from Cape Town to Egypt ahead of the 2010 World Cup. During the ball's epic journey through 22 polio-affected and high-risk countries, Rotary clubs throughout Africa are mobilizing the public for massive immunizations and raising awareness for polio eradication. Gates lauded Rotary's efforts to help kick polio out the continent -- and eventually out of the world.

Gates also commended Nigeria for making significant gains in the fight against polio and urged them to finish the job. He joins Nigerian officials in bringing attention to the current immunization rounds throughout Africa targeting more than 100 million children under the age of five.

Since Rotary and its partners began their fight against polio in 1988, the incidence of the disease has been reduced by 99 percent. In Africa, only Nigeria remains polio-endemic, but the disease still affects children in many other high-risk countries, emphasizing the importance of protecting all African children from polio. According to the World Health Organization, only three cases of polio were reported in Nigeria through 25 May this year, compared with 276 cases reported during the same time period in 2009.

“Nigeria's recent progress against polio is an achievement that all Nigerians should be proud of,” said Gates. “Thanks to political and traditional leaders, dedicated health workers, and loving parents who want to protect their children, Nigeria is on a path toward eliminating polio.”

symbolically kicking polio out the continent and into the Mediterranean Sea. Also attending the event will be film star and polio goodwill ambassador Hany Salama, polio-infected children, government officials, and dignitaries.

Says Bibliotheca Alexandrina Director Dr. Ismael Serageldin, “Polio still exists, but polio can be eradicated. We cannot let forgetfulness or disinterest keep so many unfortunate victims in misery. We are so close. Let us all together give the final push.”

On 23 February, Rotary launched its “Kick Polio out of Africa” awareness campaign in Cape Town, one of the host cities to the 2010 World Cup, with the symbolic kicking of a ball signed by Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Afflicted with polio as a child, Tutu joined the campaign as goodwill ambassador. From Egypt, the ball will travel to Montréal, Canada, to be presented at the Rotary International Convention later this month. The ball's journey is being underwritten by DHL Express.

In support of the campaign, Rotary launched a virtual ball inviting football fans and supporters around the world to sign the ball. With a few simple clicks of a mouse, one can sign the online ball at www.kickpoliooutofafrica.org and join the global movement of solidarity to save all children from this crippling and sometimes fatal disease. The signatures will be formally presented to the spearheading partners of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative after the 2010 World Cup.

“We are calling on the continent's football players to bring their enormous influence to this campaign. Only unified efforts which galvanise whole societies towards these goals will succeed in kicking this virus, that looks so much like a football, out of Africa and eventually, out of the world,” declared former South African President Nelson Mandela, in his 1996 address at the Organization for African Unity Summit as he formally kicked off the “Kick Polio out of Africa” campaign.

“As the volunteer arm and private-sector partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary has contributed $388 million for polio eradication efforts in Africa,” says June Webber, Rotary's South African campaign organizer. “As we celebrate the first World Cup on African soil and the 20th anniversary of the release of Nelson Mandela from prison, Rotarians and our global partners are determined to provide Madiba (Mandela's Xhosa title) with a lasting legacy.”

Nigerian national team captain Nwankwo Kanu joined the campaign announcing that he has two goals for 2010: Kanu wants Nigeria to shine at the upcoming World Cup and also wants to eradicate polio from Africa.

Polio eradication has been Rotary's top priority for more than two decades. The international humanitarian service organization has contributed more than US$900 million toward a polio-free world, and is a spearheading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, along with the World Health Organization, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and UNICEF.

Rotary recently pledged to raise US$200 million to match $355 million in challenge grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. All of the resulting $555 million will be spent in support of eradication activities.

Great progress has been made, and the incidence of polio infection has plunged from about 350,000 cases in 1988 to fewer than 2,000 in 2009. More than two billion children have been immunized in 122 countries, preventing five million cases of paralysis and 250,000 paediatric deaths.

The football's journey can be followed on http://kickpoliooutofafrica.wordpress.com.

To sign and kick the virtual ball, go to www.kickpoliooutofafrica.org.

For video and still photos, go to: www.thenewsmarket.com/rotaryinternational


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Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian service and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. It is comprised of 1.2 million members working in over 33,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas. Rotary members initiate community projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as poverty, disease and illiteracy.

Contact: Sandra Prufer, + 1 847 866-3208 sandra.prufer@rotary.org


Kiki Melonides, +1 847 866-3134 kiki.melonides@rotary.org


Media Contact: +1 847 866-3237


e-mail: pr@rotary.org


www.rotary.org



Distributed by the African Press Organization on behalf of Rotary International


Source: Rotary International


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