The Only Soccer Summit of its Kind, During a Defining Week for the Global Game, Returns to Prudential Center on June 9, 2026<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n
NEWARK, N.J., April 24, 2026<\/b>–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–GK Digital Ventures, in partnership with Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), today announced the return of “The Global Game: The Future of Soccer, Tech & Media Summit,”<\/a> set to take place on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Following its acclaimed inaugural edition, the second annual summit arrives at the most significant moment in U.S. soccer history: New Jersey is hosting eight matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup \u2014 including the Final \u2014 placing the Garden State at the center of a global spotlight.<\/p>\n Against that backdrop, The Global Game Summit brings together senior leaders across media, technology, ownership, and investment, with participation from international leagues, investors, and operators from over 25 countries at a time when the economics of global soccer are rapidly evolving. Additionally, the 2026 program will place a strong emphasis on the rapid global growth of the women’s game \u2014 across media, investment, and cultural influence \u2014 reflecting one of the most important commercial shifts in global soccer today.<\/p>\n The inaugural Global Game Summit drew senior leaders from 28 countries \u2014 and established itself as the premier business summit at the intersection of soccer, media, and technology. This year, it returns as the only B2B soccer gathering of its kind during World Cup match week, the same week New Jersey hosts Brazil vs. Morocco.<\/p>\n “The Global Game exists because the industry demanded a room where the real conversations happen \u2014 about ownership, media, technology, and the future of the sport,” said Greg Kahn, CEO and Founder of GK Digital Ventures and Founder of The Global Game Summit. “This year, the World Cup comes to our backyard, and New Jersey isn’t just hosting matches, it’s hosting the Final. There is no more powerful moment or place for the business of global soccer to convene, and The Global Game will be the only gathering of this caliber happening during match week. We’re back because this moment is too big to miss.”<\/p>\n “From the moment The Global Game launched, it was clear this was something different \u2014 a room built for business leaders having important conversations about where this sport is going,” said Dylan Wanagiel, Vice President, Sports Properties and Special Events, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. “New Jersey is now at the center of the global soccer universe, and there is no better venue than Prudential Center for the business of the game to gather. We\u2019re proud to bring The Global Game Summit back for a second year, expanded and more timely than ever.”<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n 2026 Programming Highlights<\/b><\/p>\n As a curated, full-day summit, the 2026 program will focus on key forces shaping the global game.<\/p>\n Ownership & Capital<\/b> \u2013 Club owners, investors, and league executives on the future of soccer\u2019s ownership landscape, including the rise of sovereign funds, private equity, and multi-club models.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Brands, Marketing & Global Market Entry<\/b> \u2013 How brands are activating around the World Cup, and the country-specific investment and expansion strategies driving the sport’s global growth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Women’s Game & Global Growth<\/b> \u2013 The business, media, and cultural forces driving the fastest-growing segment of global soccer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Athletes as Platforms<\/b> \u2013 Top athletes on their roles as business builders, brand partners, and global icons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n AI, Tech & Data<\/b> \u2013 Technology leaders on AI, data, and the next wave of performance and fan engagement innovation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Media Rights & Distribution<\/b> \u2013 How streaming platforms, leagues, and broadcasters are reshaping control of the fan relationship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Creator Economy & Fan Monetization<\/b> \u2013 How athletes, clubs, and creators are building direct-to-fan businesses and turning digital engagement, merchandising and content into real revenue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Gaming & Emerging Platforms<\/b> \u2013 How gaming ecosystems are driving the next generation of fans.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Attendance is limited. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com<\/a><\/p>\n For additional details, including partnership and sponsorship opportunities, please visit https:\/\/www.globalgamesummit.com<\/a><\/p>\n About GK Digital Ventures<\/b><\/p>\n GK Digital Ventures is an advisory firm focused on emerging media, technology, and global sports, known for convening senior leaders and building high-impact industry platforms.<\/p>\n About Prudential Center<\/b><\/p>\n Prudential Center is the world-class sports and entertainment venue located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October 2007, the state-of-the-art arena is the home of the National Hockey League\u2019s (NHL) three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils, Seton Hall University\u2019s NCAA Division I Men\u2019s Basketball program, Professional Women\u2019s Hockey League\u2019s (PWHL) New York Sirens and more than 210 concerts, family shows and special events each year. Ranked in the Top 10 worldwide by Pollstar, Billboard and various other industry publications, Prudential Center is recognized as one of the premier venues in the United States, and hosts over 2 million guests annually. For more information about Prudential Center, visit https:\/\/www.prucenter.com\/<\/a> and follow the arena on Facebook<\/a>, X<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, and TikTok<\/a> @PruCenter. Prudential Center is a HBSE<\/a> property.<\/p>\n View source version on businesswire.com: <\/span>https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20260424223672\/en\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Contacts<\/b><\/p>\n For more information, please contact: <\/i><\/b> Sara Hudson | Coordinator, Entertainment Communications Media Contact: <\/b>\n
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