GLOBAL SPORTS is one of the world’s leading specialist careers platform for the international sports industry. WFSGI partnered with GLOBAL SPORTS to offer its members the possibilities to promote job opportunities in the business of sport.
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)
News – Trends – Expertise
GET IN TOUCH WITH THE INFORMATION THAT MATTERS
The WFSGI gives its members access to emerging knowledge, reports and recommendations that will shape the industry. The Members Only area of www.wfsgi.org, provides confidential background information, committee minutes, and other timely updates about important changes to industry norms and standards.
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).
Influence – Engage
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.
Conferences – Trade Shows
EVENTS THAT BRING LIFE TO THE INDUSTRY
The WFSGI organizes and hosts several events during the year:
· The World Manufacturers Forum (WMF) which is a specialized event covering manufacturing issues and taking place at various locations.
· The World Sports Forum (WSF) which is dedicated to specific topics and is concurrent with the WFSGI General Assembly at ISPO Munich.
· The World Cycling Forum (WCF) which is specifically oriented towards the bicycle industry’s concerns.
The WFSGI is also regularly invited, as speaker, to trade shows and events, and usually hosts a session at the WTO Public Forum annually.
Compliance & Risks help companies monitor and manage compliance regulations, standards and requirements to better mitigate risk. WFSGI partnered with C&R to build the WFSGI Compliant Labelling Requirements Database (CLR) , including updated worldwide labelling information related to 6 product categories and 49 countries.
Convey is an IT and IP company specialized in the combat against counterfeits online. WFSGI partnered with Convey to help its members eliminate online brand abuses.
Gominga provides a software solution that enables tool-based interaction with the customer: review management in one-stop shop and on various eBusiness platforms. WFSGI partnered with Gominga to support its members in managing online product reviews.
TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) is a non-profit government co-sponsored trade promotion organization in Taiwan. WFSGI partnered with TAITRA to promote International Sporting Goods shows such as TaiSPO and Taipei Cycle Show.
McKinsey & Company is a consulting firm advising on strategic management to corporations, governments, and other organizations. WFSGI partnered with McKinsey & Company to support its members in understanding their business environment and take the right business decisions. Among others, sports brands and retailers have been advised on how to cope with the “new normal” that is shaping as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
ISPO is the s the world’s largest trade fair for sporting goods and sportswear. WFSGI partnered with ISPO to enable its members to benefit from a couple of ISPO discounts (booths, entrance tickets).
Members area
Gominga provides a software solution that enables tool-based interaction with the customer: review management in one-stop shop and on various eBusiness platforms. WFSGI partnered with Gominga to support its members in managing online product reviews.
McKinsey & Company is a consulting firm advising on strategic management to corporations, governments, and other organizations. WFSGI partnered with McKinsey & Company to support its members in understanding their business environment and take the right business decisions. Among others, sports brands and retailers have been advised on how to cope with the “new normal” that is shaping as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
ISPO is the s the world’s largest trade fair for sporting goods and sportswear. WFSGI partnered with ISPO to enable its members to benefit from a couple of ISPO discounts (booths, entrance tickets).