SportsTechX and Gradient Sports Launch the Football Tech Report 2025
Berlin, Germany Oct 16, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - SportsTechX, the leading source for innovation and investment insights in sports, in collaboration with Gradient Sports, a premium football and sports analytics company, announced the launch of the Football Tech Report 2025. The report provides a comprehensive, data-backed view of the global football technology landscape, detailing key investment trends, innovation drivers, and emerging opportunities shaping the future of the sport. Key Findings: $7.7 billion in dealflow since 2020, with $2.2 billion raised in H1 2025 alone 63% of funding directed toward fan engagement and content solutions, surging to 80% in 202425 Europe leads football tech funding with $4.6 billion raised between 2020 and mid-2025, followed by North America ($2.6 billion) 10 emerging trends defining the next phase of football innovation, including advancements in womens football tech and pre- FIFA World Cup 2026 innovations 16 innovation initiatives launched by clubs and leagues, and 6 accelerators, incubators, and challenges driving football tech growth Why now? Simple. FIFA World Cup 26 is less than a year away, and we wanted to take stock of where the industry actually is, said Rohn Malhotra, Managing Director at SportsTechX. Let's start with numbers, which tell quite a story. Were seeing billions being deployed across the football tech ecosystem, but the bigger question remains: how much of this innovation is translating into value for teams, players, and fans? He added, Europe leads the way with ~60% of that investment, though North America isn't far behind at 33%. And here's something that jumped out at us: funding for Fan solutions has shot up from 63% to 80% in the last 18 months (2024-25). The industry is betting big on making sure fans have a great experience. Whether fans want all that and at what cost is a whole other question, and deserves its own investigation. Inside the Report The Football Tech Report 2025 includes: Comprehensive analysis of Football Tech Dealflow from the last 5 years Deep dives into regional and sector-wise investment patterns 10 major trends in football innovation along with 2 special features Curated lists: Startups to Watch, 20+ Innovation Initiatives, and Key Events for industry stakeholders Exclusive interviews with 15 global Football Innovators and Changemakers "The modern game demands strategic, data-driven decisions, and our analysis provides the clarity to make them. We transform complex data into forward-looking insights that empower professionals, media, and fans to think ahead, act decisively, and gain a lasting edge." added Nate Gerstle, Chief Executive Officer at Gradient Sports. The Football Tech Report 2025 serves as an essential resource for football industry professionals, investors, startups, and organizations aiming to capitalize on the rapidly growing football technology sector. The report offers in-depth data analysis, strategic insights, and actionable intelligence on innovation, investment, and emerging trends shaping the future of the global game. Download the Report To download your copy of the report, please visit: sportstechx.com/reports/ftr25/ About SportsTechX Based in Berlin, SportsTechX is the leading source for innovation & investment insights in sports. They help sports business leaders make smarter decisions and build future-focused strategies through our data-backed content, private research, and fundraising services. Since 2018, the company has mapped and analyzed the evolving global sports tech landscape, providing intelligence that helps leaders across the sports ecosystem make smarter decisions. About Gradient Sports Gradient Sports is the essential partner for football decision makers at all levels of the game. From elite professional teams to media experts and fans of the game, they help you win with best-in-class analysis, tools, and content that unlock the potential of data. They're obsessed with sport and dissatisfied with currently accepted conventions and limitation, so they've set out to redefine the meaning of truly great sports analysis. Media [email protected]://www.sportstechx.com Source :SportsTechXThis article was originally published by IssueWire. Read the original article here.
ETMA, Enterprise Technology Management Association Elects New Board
Phoenix, Arizona Oct 22, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - ETMA (https://www.etma.org), the Enterprise Technology Management Association, elected new board officers at its October 79 conference in Cleveland, Ohio. Janelle DeGregorio was elected ETMA President, Jim Holt Treasurer, Mark Gaeto and Courtney Cress were elected to At-Large Board seats. They join Amit Ponam, Vice President (Scalefusion); Chad Nordby, Secretary (TRG Solutions); John Adams, At-Large (vCom Solutions); Steve Fisher, At-Large (SpyGlass); Yvonne Patterson, At-Large (Hyperion Partners); David Sonenstein, Emeritus Board Member (AMI Strategies); and Joe Basili, ETMA Managing Director. ETMA President, Janelle DeGregorio, Director of Enterprise Solutions for NEXA® (formerly Social Mobile) (https://nexamobility.com), will help shape the future of ETMA, guiding its mission to elevate industry standards, foster innovation, and drive collaboration among technology providers. Her election marks a significant milestone not just for ETMA, but for the broader ecosystem of enterprise tech. Janelle said, artificial intelligence, cloud and IoT are leading the next wave of digital transformation in the workplace. Mobility is driving the proliferation of connected devices, and ultimately, the evolution of traditional IT. Im honored to serve ETMA as President, and excited to work with our members to drive more value for the ecosystem. As the industry continues to evolve, ETMA will bring together companies with forward thinking ideas to help drive innovation. Mark Gaeto, Managing Director at Falcon Capital Partners (https://www.falconllc.com), a former technology executive and now Managing Director at Falcon Capital Partners, stated, as a new board member, I aim to improve ETMAs governance and double membership. We will refine our charter and set a clear, bold vision revitalizing our messaging. Our priority must also include a focus on greater member value through industry knowledge, best-practice resources, and initiatives that accelerate enterprise technology adoption and corporate purchasing. We will host powerhouse speakers, streamline board processes, and launch a quarterly campaign to engage 50 new firms each quarter. Well position ETMA for sustainable growth and amplified industry influence establishing new partnerships with sponsors and peer associations. Jim Holt, Chief Revenue Officer for OVATION Wireless Management (https://www.ovationwireless.com), brings a decade of active engagement and leadership within the telecom and managed mobility ecosystem. He stated, I am dedicated to expanding ETMAs membership reach and energizing its community of professionals. ETMA is a powerful force uniting innovators in a dynamic, evolving sector, committed to driving customer success, operational efficiency, and continuous maturity in enterprise mobility management. The rapidly evolving tech landscape demands thought leadership. ETMA sheds true knowledge and best practices for member companies seeking to serve their clients. Courtney Cress, VP of Operations at Acuity Technologies, recently acquired by DecisionPoint Technologies (http://www.decisionpt.com), brings over 24 years of experience in technology management, telecom with 20 years in leadership roles working for six companies. She said, we have a unique opportunity to turn ETMA into a strategy engine. Conferences should include working labs, deeper more impactful peer exchanges. There are great opportunities to accelerate member value, share resources, co-sell broaden participation to strengthen outcomes for everyone. Outgoing president Natasha Royer Coons was inducted into the ETMA Hall of Fame for her six years of service teamwork, leadership, promotion and contributions to ETMA and the industry. The new additions to the ETMA board provide diverse points of view and exceptional depth to continue promoting the vision and values of the organization. Now in its twentieth year, the organization is well positioned to build on past success and help member companies maximize their investments in the association.Media [email protected] N. 23rd Ave, Suite 100 https://etma.org Source :ETMAThis article was originally published by IssueWire. Read the original article here.
