March 24, 2025

WFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler appointed vice-chair of Business at OECD (BIAC) Health Committee

First seat for Sporting Goods Industry at the BIAC table

WFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler has become the first member of the sporting goods industry to be appointed vice-chair of Business at OECD’s Health Committee following approval from their Executive Board on February 17th.

Hanni Rosenbaum, BIAC Executive Director extended a warm welcome to Emma and the WFSGI saying, “Your experience at the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry and your comprehensive expertise will be of great value when conveying business priorities to governments and OECD representatives.”

Emma went on to share, “Over the past year I’ve witnessed firsthand the significance and influence of the BIAC community. As vice-chair I now look forward to collaborating further across industries to help amplify the health narrative—especially regarding the importance of prevention and the transversal benefits of physical activity and sports.”

Earlier this year the WFSGI supported the publication of the first BIAC Policy Paper on Physical Activity which you can download here

WFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler appointed vice-chair of Business at OECD (BIAC) Health Committee

WFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler appointed vice-chair of Business at OECD (BIAC) Health Committee

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If you want to have more information please contact Emma Zwiebler at emason@wfsgi.org.

GET CONNECT TO AN UNRIVALLED PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

The WFSGI provides THE unique platform for members to exchange easily and openly on non-competitive issues, to develop common solutions, and to benefit from significant economies of scale (i.e. time and money savings)

The WFSGI offers an unrivalled network, facilitating the development of synergies among its members including industry leaders, decision makers and experts covering the whole supply chain (manufacturers, brands, retailers) and beyond (international federations)

GET IN TOUCH WITH THE INFORMATION THAT MATTERS

The WFSGI is in liaison with several Committees of CEN and ISO and does also report back to its members in case of important updates in the international standards and regulations.

The WFSGI offers free webinars with experts and industry leaders on specific topics that are of interest for the industry (and on demand).

DEFENDING THE INDUSTRY ON THE FRONT LINE

The WFSGI is the exclusive legitimate entity to represent the industry’s interests across the globe before:

· Governments
· International organizations (ILO, WTO, UN, etc.)
· International sport organizations (IOC, IFs etc.)

Whether for promoting sports participation and well-being, pushing for fair trade, or lobbying for more favorable regulations, the WFSGI is at the constant service of its members, to defend the industry on the front line.

EVENTS THAT DRIVE THE INDUSTRY FORWARD

The WFSGI is regularly invited to speak at trade shows and events, including the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the Conference of Parties, the World Health Assembly and the Business at OECD Health Committee meetings.