Speaker Bio
Samir Ceric, investor, entrepreneur, senior executive, mentor, philanthropist, public speaker; an influential figure in sports tech and blockchain, recognised for his pioneering role in digitalising the sports industry. Ceric, who serves as COO of Blocksport AG, has an extensive expertise on the evolving intersection of sports and technology. His insights, drawn from years of experience in sports and digital innovation, are set to enrich this year's conference, enhancing the event’s focus on the future of tech in the sports sector, especially when it comes down to the connectivity inside the stadium and arena infrastructure.
Samir Ceric is no stranger to the worlds of sports and technology. As COO of Blocksport AG, a Swiss-based sports tech company, Ceric has championed the role of Web3 in creating fan engagement platforms that leverage blockchain to deepen connections between fans and sports properties. Blocksport works with clubs, leagues, and federations worldwide, helping them harness the potential of digital infrastructure for data acquisition, data management, fan engagement and revenue generation. Ceric’s career has been driven by a passion for sports that extends beyond business; for him, sports are a way of life, a belief deeply woven into his work.
With a background as a former elite athlete and football club chairman, Ceric brings a wealth of knowledge and a practical understanding of sports dynamics. His dedication to connecting traditional sports with cutting-edge technology has led him to advocate for the adoption of digital innovations, such as blockchain and AI, within the sports sector. For Ceric, these technologies not only revolutionise how fans experience sports but also offer new revenue streams for clubs and leagues by better utilising data and fan engagement tools.