SFS is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with Infront, a leading global sports marketing, media and business solutions company.
The renewal of the agreement confirms a shared vision and commitment toward innovation, business growth and the development of valuable content within the soccer ecosystem. The collaboration with Infront represents a key piece in the evolution strategy of SFS, which continues to strengthen itself as a reference platform for professionals, companies and institutions in the sector, in Italy and Europe.
Infront, with its experience and international network, will make a strategic contribution to expanding the scope and quality of the event, further consolidating the positioning of the SFS as a hub of innovation and comparison in the world of soccer.
One of the main novelties of SFS 25 will be precisely signed by Infront: “Off the Pitch,” the Speaker Corner within the new Exhibitor Area, is born, a space dedicated to presentations, dialogues and meetings that will tell soccer from new perspectives. “Off the Pitch” will host book presentations, formats, brands and projects that explore the more creative, human and inspirational side of football business, with the goal of enhancing ideas and content that move beyond the playing field.
The renewal of the partnership between SFS and Infront thus marks a decisive step toward a future that is increasingly open to innovation, the contamination of languages and the enhancement of industry excellence.
Thank you to Infront for the renewed trust and shared vision. Keep following us to find out all the news about SFS 25 and to experience with us “Off the Pitch,” where soccer meets ideas.
Thank you to Infront for the trust and renewed commitment. And thank you to all of you who attend, support and experience the event: this partnership is one more step towards a more modern, inclusive and digital soccer.
Keep following us – in the coming weeks we will unveil the first details of the SFS 25 edition and how Infront will be featured with us.
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