Partners

Sport and Recreation Victoria

Sport and Recreation Victoria is dedicated to supporting Victoria’s sport and recreation sector and inspiring Victorians to get active. We maximise the economic and social benefits provided to all Victorians by:

• ensuring greater access and opportunities for participation in sport and recreation for all Victorians
• maintaining Victoria’s reputation as Australia’s sporting and major events capital
• ensuring Victoria continues to be the home of the sport and recreation industries and administration
• developing and improving the quality of community sport and recreation facilities
• investing in major sports facilities to support high performance pathways
• reinforcing the enriching role that sport and recreation plays in people’s lives.

For the latest news from SRV and information on our grants and programs go to sport.vic.gov.au

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Global Victoria

Global Victoria is the State Government of Victoria’s trade facilitation agency. Our mission is to help Victorian businesses grow on the international stage, promote Victoria’s world-class industry capabilities to international audiences and lead the nation as Australia’s best student city.

With a network of 24 international trade and investment offices strategically located in Victoria’s key export markets, we have the largest network of any other Australian state or territory. Headed by nine Victorian Commissioners and Heads of Posts across 13 countries, we help make global possibilities a reality for Victorian exporters by connecting them to international buyers and key business leaders.

Our team is a diverse group of trade specialists from across the globe who are uniquely positioned to provide high-level market and cultural intelligence, strengthen global connections, advocate for the interests of Victorian industry and exporters, and foster collaboration between Victorian and international partners.

Visit us at global.vic.gov.au to learn more and connect with our specialist team.

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Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is the State Government of Victoria’s key economic development agency, firmly focused on Victoria’s economic recovery and growth and ensuring it benefits all Victorians by creating more jobs for more people, building thriving places and regions, and supporting inclusive communities.<br>
Established on 1 January 2019, our work supports six ministers, spans 15 portfolios and operates across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We also oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.

MI Global Partners is a boutique management consultancy with 23 years of expertise leading and partnering to deliver iconic projects and services across the Events, Sport and Place sectors.

They are major event specialists, providing planning and delivery services for some of the world’s biggest major events and have been involved in every Summer Olympic Games since Sydney 2000 and every Rugby World Cup since 2003. This includes feasibility studies, event bidding, legacy planning, risk, readiness, operational plans, event overlay, contingency & sustainability strategies, and post event impact studies.

Sport is MI’s passion. They help address challenges, assisting organisations to thrive and adapt to the ever-changing environment in which sport operates. This includes strategic advisory, competition design, governance, business cases and ESG.

Place is at the heart of what they do. MI Global delivers project management services for venues and social infrastructure from stadiums to entertainment venues through to cultural buildings. They also help maximise commercial outcomes and secure funding through feasibility and business cases.

They solve complex problems and fulfil visions specific to the sectors they serve. A deep understanding of the end-to-end project lifecycle allows them to support clients at different points as they need, from inception to celebration, through to legacy.

As a purpose-led, B Corp certified and carbon neutral company, sustainability is embedded in everything MI Global does to create positive impacts.

JAM TV Australia – Australia’s No. 1 producer of sport and entertainment

MKTG Sports + Entertainment, dentsu’s global sports marketing agency, works with leading brands, rights holders, and teams across Australia, New Zealand and around the globe. With local offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland, MKTG offers comprehensive services including sponsorship consulting, rights acquisition, research and insights, brand experiences, PR, ambassador and influencer marketing, in-stadium activation, fan engagement, and event production. On hundreds of match days each year, MKTG crafts unforgettable live and digital activations and experiences for brands, codes, and clubs.

MKTG is a major commercial partner of the Cricket Australia, Football Australia, the World Surf League, and the Victoria Racing Club. The agency also works with many of the country’s most powerful brands, including Jaguar Land Rover, Cadbury, DoorDash, TikTok, and Great Southern Bank. MKTG harnesses the power of sports, entertainment, culture, and community to help brands and rights holders move at the speed of fans through meaningful marketing solutions and experiences.

Learn more at MKTG.com/au

Deakin University, a global leader in progressive, real-world learning, is delighted to be a Silver Partner for SportNXT 2025.

Deakin is home to the world’s best sport science school and is currently ranked seventh in the world for sport education, offering students cutting-edge courses and access to some of Australia’s most advanced sports facilities and technology.

Deakin is committed to powering this next generation of sport leaders, providing the foundations and pathways required to take advantage of this unique moment in time.

TEG Sport has seen rapid growth over the last three years. Now a dedicated division of TEG, TEG Sport, will deliver 40 major international events in 2023, growing in size and geographic reach to over 50 in 2024. TEG Sport is now responsible for helping major global brands break new markets in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom and the United States including Liverpool FC, Manchester United FC, FC Bayern, Tottenham Hotspur FC, Chelsea FC, Wrexham AFC, FC Internazionale Milano, BVB 09, Tour De France, the National Hockey League (NHL), The Boomers, Top Rank Boxing, Freestyle Kings, and USA Basketball.

dentsu Sports Analytics is a premier global service offering that unites the top-tier research, data, and analytics expertise of MKTG Sports + Entertainment and dentsu’s Merkle. Our mission is to revolutionize the sports and entertainment measurement industry by delivering superior insights and outcomes. With a presence in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, we empower brands and rights holders to deeply understand their fans, accurately assess value, and precisely measure the impact of their sponsorships. For more information, contact [email protected].

ZRG Global Executive Search and Talent Advisory
ZRG is the world’s fastest-growing executive search and talent advisory firm, known for its innovative and data-driven approach to solving leadership challenges. Operating in over 30 countries, ZRG is the only global executive search firm with the cross-border and cross-sector breadth to deliver comprehensive solutions, paired with a truly dedicated Sport & Entertainment practice in Australia today. Through its proprietary ZRG Zi intelligence assessment tools, the firm offers unparalleled insights into candidate performance and cultural fit, ensuring organisations secure transformative leaders. Trusted by businesses worldwide, ZRG empowers organisations to build leadership teams that deliver sustainable success in an ever-changing marketplace.

TurnkeyZRG: Dedicated to Sport & Entertainment
TurnkeyZRG is the number one executive search firm in US sports today and the dedicated Sport & Entertainment division of ZRG. Led by founder and CEO Len Perna, who brings over 30 years of industry experience, TurnkeyZRG delivers bespoke talent solutions to leagues, teams, governing bodies, and organisations across sport and entertainment. Combining deep sector expertise with ZRG’s global network and proprietary tools, TurnkeyZRG consistently delivers transformative leaders who shape the future of the industry.

In the Asia-Pacific region, Managing Director and former elite athlete Troy de Haas has been at the forefront of some of the most significant sports leadership appointments. His achievements include placing Andrew Liveris as President and Cindy Hook as CEO of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games, alongside numerous other senior roles across Australia, Fiji, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan. With its unmatched blend of local expertise, innate understanding of the industry and global reach, TurnkeyZRG equips clients to excel in the ever-evolving sport and entertainment landscape, reinforcing its reputation as the trusted partner for executive search and talent advisory.