The European Sponsorship Association

The European Sponsorship Association (ESA) is the voice of the sponsorship industry across Europe. As a membership association, it looks after the interests of its members who are drawn from all areas of the sponsorship industry. These include sponsors, consultants, rights holders, suppliers and professional advisors.

The Association focuses on best practice and strives to raise industry standards through a series of training events, its annual two-day conference, a library of information and a commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Key functions include its lobbying activity which aims to promote and protect the sponsorship industry and the provision of networking opportunities for its members.

ESA's reach encompasses all types of sponsorship activity including sport, broadcast, the arts and culture, music, environment and charity. It represents an impressive list of members who operate at a global, pan-European and national level.

For details about membership, contact the ESA Office at +44 (0) 20 8390 3311 or via email.

The Rugby Football League (RFL)

The Rugby Football League is committed to managing, developing and promoting Rugby League and providing excellent, high quality services for the whole Rugby League family.

The RFL's strategic aims are:
- To create the best elite level Rugby League competition in the world
- To create the best, viable and competitive semi-professional competition possible
- To maximize the numbers engaged in the sport and the enjoyment derived from participation
- To be successful internationally on a sustainable basis at all levels.

For further information please visit www.therfl.co.uk

ENS

ENS is a dedicated sports and entertainment marketing agency commanding a uniquely strong position within the industry. Offering the core skills of PR, event management and marketing strategy, they are dedicated to delivering results of the highest standard for all their clients, regardless of their size or budget. With their network of contacts across all areas of sport and entertainment, athletes, artists, media figures, rights owners and brand managers, not only do they understand the industry, but know the key people too. Their clients encompass the entire spectrum from small organizations operating exclusively within the sector to large corporate sponsors and brands.

For further information please visit www.ensltd.com

Rugby Expo 08

Rugby Expo 08 is the World's first business-to-business rugby conference and exhibition, taking place in London on 17-18 November 2008. The event is attracting delegates and exhibitors from around the world to network together, explore new opportunities and discuss hot topics and best business practice within the game. Rugby Expo will be a festival celebrating and supporting the development of rugby as a truly global sport, offering wide-ranging and exciting business opportunities.

For more information on Rugby Expo and to book your delegate pass now please visit www.rugbyexpo.com

World in Motion

World in Motion (WIM) is a fully integrated brand and marketing consultancy operating within the sports industry. Established in the UK in 1997, their flourishing reputation and expansion of services means they now have a global presence, with offices in 6 countries allowing them to work in both established and emerging sports markets. The professionalism and creativity that has inspired their success in the world of athlete management has proved to be equally welcomed by their corporate clients where their results speak for themselves.

For further information please visit www.worldinmotion.com

Deloitte

The Sports Business Group at Deloitte is a unique team of full-time sports business specialists, based in the UK, advising a range of organisations operating in the sports business throughout the world.  We offer a range of services covering Assurance & Governance, Consulting, Corporate Development, Venues & Major Events and Tax.

The Sports Business Group has substantial experience in advising a range of stakeholders within Rugby Union and Rugby League, including governing bodies, National Unions, Clubs, and broadcast and commercial partners.  

An experienced team, with strong knowledge of the industry, means that the Sports Business Group is ideally placed to provide a tailored approach and solutions to support Rugby’s key stakeholders adapt to the challenges of a rapidly expanding professional sport.  

Deloitte are proud to be the official adjudicators of the Rugby Business Awards 2008

For further information please visit Deloitte's website at www.deloitte.co.uk.