The Playknox recently spoke with Simon Dent, co-founder of Dark Horses to know more about the launch of his new Sports Management agency called HERO. Excerpts: Tell us about your journey in sports Simon? I have always been a passionate sports fan but I studied at a law university. I got a […]
SPORTFIVE signs long-term commercial agreement with ANOCA
ANOCA, the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa, and the global sports marketing agency SPORTFIVE have signed a long-term commercial cooperation. As exclusive media and marketing rights partner, SPORTFIVE will be responsible for the exclusive distribution of all global media rights (excl. domestic FTA) and marketing rights (incl. domestic) of the African Games […]
Dentsu expands into gaming segment in APAC
Dentsu has launched dentsu gaming in Asia Pacific, an integrated solution that brings together the gaming heritage and expertise of dentsu Japan network with the global scale and specialist capabilities within dentsu international. Dentsu gaming will provide access to specialist strategy, activation and original intellectual property (IP) development for brands seeking to connect with […]
CAA acquires sports agency ICM Partners
Entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has announced the execution of a definitive agreement to acquire ICM Partners (ICM) — one of the world’s most reputable sports and entertainment agencies of the world — to generate a broader and more inclusive representation as your customers, your work, and your brands define the culture. […]
Marcus Höfl, Founder MHM: “We will strongly invest in eSports and blockchain”
Marcus Höfl has been in the sports business for over 20 years and is the founder of Marcus Höfl Management – MHM Majors. He markets personalities and events in an international environment and manages the global activation of sponsorship partnerships and sports investments. The main areas of activity are the areas of Olympic summer / […]
Tom Elsden on how Mailman is helping sports organisations thrive in China
Mailman is a sports digital agency which helps leading sports organisations serve their audiences and build their businesses in China. The Playknox spoke with Tom Elsden, Business Director of the Mailman Group to know more about the organisation’s work. Excerpts: Tell us more about the work Mailman does. Why has APAC been such a […]
Dark Horses’ Dan Cunningham on tackling Covid-19 challenges, Football Beyond Walls campaign and launching Home Run
Sports Creative Agency Dark Horses with clients like Peloton, Nissan, Panini, LTA among others, recently worked with the charity Football Beyond Borders to drive conversation around mental health. The Playknox spoke with Dan Cunningham, Head of New Business for Dark Horses to know more about the campaign, tackling Covid-19 challenges, launching their own product among […]
Van Hawke Sports CEO: “Sports organisations can use the Covid-19 period to enhance their asset portfolios, focus on digital exposure & creating unique content”
Van Hawke Sports is a global sports marketing agency which specializes in sports sponsorship and partnership for brands. It recently announced its expansion in the Indian market. The Playknox spoke with Sunny Singh, CEO and founder of the company to know more. Tell us more about Van Hawke Sports We bridge the gap between […]
Dentsu and the Global Esports Federation sign a strategic partnership
Dentsu has entered a strategic partnership with the Global Esports Federation to promote the global development of the growing esports business. The GEF was launched in December 2019, in Singapore, to establish the voice and authority for the worldwide esports movement. The federation brings together diverse leaders from esports, as well as more traditional sporting […]