SFS Snack returns to Rome with a new event dedicated to sustainability, innovation and leadership in the football and sports industry.
Scheduled for May 14, 2026, at Hotel De La Ville in Rome, the event will explore how sustainability is no longer just a trend, but a strategic driver capable of influencing organizational models, business decisions and the future development of sport.
Through talks, discussions and networking opportunities, SFS Snack will bring together executives, professionals, brands and industry stakeholders to share perspectives and best practices on the evolving relationship between sustainability and leadership.
As part of the SFS ecosystem, SFS Snack is designed as a series of short and itinerant conferences hosted in different cities, creating opportunities for dialogue and connection throughout the year. In 2026, in addition to Rome, there will be other SFS Snacks, with stops in Florence (Coverciano) and Budapest in May, and then in Bari, London, and Milan after the summer.
The Rome edition will focus on how organizations and leaders can adapt to new challenges by embracing innovation, responsibility and long-term strategic vision within the sports business landscape.
📍 Hotel De La Ville — Rome
📅 May 14, 2026
⏰ 09:30 — 12:30
Participation is subject to approval by the organization following registration through the dedicated online form.
SFS Snack arrives in Rome: sustainability strategies and new leadership for the future of sport
SFS Snack returns to Rome with a new event dedicated to sustainability, innovation and leadership in the football and sports industry. Scheduled for May 14, 2026, at Hotel De La Ville in Rome, the event will explore how sustainability is no longer just a trend, but a strategic driver capable of influencing organizational models, business decisions and the future development of sport. Through talks, discussions and networking opportunities, SFS Snack will bring together executives, professionals, brands and industry stakeholders to share perspectives
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