The heartbeat of football in Hong Kong: bridging continents, elevating football

Fabio Cannavaro is an Italian professional football coach and former player who last was the head coach of Croatian club Dinamo Zagreb. He is regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time. A centre-back, he spent the majority of his career in Italy.

Fabio Capello is an Italian former professional football manager and player. As a player, Capello represented SPAL, Roma, AC Milan and Juventus. He played as a midfielder and won several trophies during his career which lasted over 15 years.

Legendary referee Pierluigi Collina, FIFA Referees Committee Chairman since 2017, holds a degree in Economics & Business. A globally recognized icon and six-time “Best Referee” awardee, he advises on leadership and pressure performance, and supports brands and humanitarian causes outside football.

Romy Gai is Chief Business Officer at FIFA, leading commercial strategy since April 2022. Formerly CMO/Revenue Director and CEO assistant at Juventus for 14 years, he’s reshaped football marketing worldwide. Recognized by Forbes as one of the top 50 global marketing executives, he plays a key role in FIFA partnerships and growth initiatives

Carles Puyol is a retired Spanish footballer best known for his leadership and defensive strength as FC Barcelona’s longtime captain. He played over 590 matches for the club, winning six La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions Leagues. A key figure in Spain’s golden generation, he won UEFA Euro 2008 and 2012, and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Puyol retired in 2014 and remains a symbol of loyalty, passion, and commitment in world football.

John Sharkey is CEO of Kai Tak Sports Park, one of the world’s largest sports infrastructure projects. He leads its design, construction, and pre-opening phases, blending sports, retail, and entertainment. Formerly EVP Europe at ASM Global, he launched major venues across the UK and Europe. As CEO of the Scottish Exhibition Centre, he oversaw the SSE Hydro Arena. A proven leader in venue development, Sharkey sets gold standards in global sports and entertainment infrastructure.

Former Chelsea & England captain John Terry transitioned into business as founder of JT Sports Management and Terry Consultants Inc., managing athlete representation and wireless tech. He also cofounded Neuronostics and serves as COO at Unexpected Products (Toucan Cocktails). Besides football, he teaches entrepreneurship and VC at top U.S. universities.

Sarah Walsh is a former Australian international athlete with 70 caps and 35 international goals for the Matildas. She has a decorated career including appearances in the 2004 Olympics and 2007 FIFA World Cup. She clinched victory at the 2010 Women’s Asian Cup. Since then, Sarah has evolved into an accomplished sports executive, Logie-nominated commentator, and compelling public speaker.

Argentine legend Javier Zanetti, Inter Milan’s vice president since 2014, played 615 Serie A games and captained the 2010 treble-winning side. With 145 caps for Argentina, he now oversees the club’s global strategy, commercial operations, and philanthropic initiatives as part of his business leadership role.

Dr. Allan Zeman, Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group and Paradise Properties in Thailand, has shaped Hong Kong’s landscape over 50 years. Former Chairman of Ocean Park, he has served on key boards including the Airport Authority and West Kowloon Cultural District. He advises on tourism, culture, and innovation, and was named Justice of the Peace in 2001. His honors include the Gold and Grand Bauhinia Medals and the 2023 HK Business Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award.