Ticketmaster 2026 SPORTS SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL
THE FUTURE OF SPORT
Thursday 23 April 2026
Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton FC
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Agenda
Thursday, 23 april
09:30 a.m.
Arrivals, Breakfast and Networking
10:30 a.m.
State of Play: Global Sports Ticketing & Fan Trends
Chris Gratton, Managing Director, Ticketmaster Sport
11:15 a.m.
Coffee Break
11:45 a.m.
Fan-First Ticketing: Rugby World Cup Ticketing Strategies
Paul Lemon, Director of Ticketing and Marketing, World Rugby
12:15 p.m.
Europe’s Next Boom: The Future of Basketball
Lenz Balan, President, London Lions
13:00 p.m.
Lunch, Networking, Stadium Tours (2 Groups)
14:15 p.m.
Giving Fans Power: How a Mobile App Turns Matchday Into Meaningful Data
Leontine De Sutter, Chief Commercial Officer, Stormers Rugby
15:00 p.m.
Coffee Break
15:30 p.m.
Everton Football Club: New Era, New Home
Angus Kinnear, Chief Executive Officer, Everton FC
16:30 – 18:00 p.m.
Networking Drinks at Everton Stadium
Panels Moderated by Elma Smit
Elma Smit is an award-winning sports broadcaster who has reported from rugby’s biggest stages, including World Cups, working with leading global networks such as SuperSport and World Rugby. A co-host of The Good, The Scaz & The Rugby podcast, she brings sharp insight and polished presenting experience to guide the day’s sessions.
Don’t miss the chance to get up close with the iconic Webb Ellis Cup, which will be on site throughout the day for exclusive photo opportunities. A rare opportunity for fans and guests alike to capture a moment with one of sport’s most prestigious prizes.
