• Innovation Arena

    Tue 26
    10:30h
    Round Table | Innovation Arena

    Capital for Courts & Communities: Financing the Next Generation of Padel Clubs

    Alan Flatt
    Alan Flatt InvestTrek Capital Co-Founder MC
    Ali Al Arif
    Ali Al Arif SPADREC Investment Group CEO MC
    Hale Yildiz
    Hale Yildiz Lumia Partners Founder & CEO MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-26 10:30 2026-05-26 11:20 Europe/Madrid Capital for Courts & Communities: Financing the Next Generation of Padel Clubs

    The global expansion of padel is driving unprecedented demand for new clubs and high-quality venues. But building successful padel networks requires capital, strategy, and scalable operating models. In this panel, leading investors and operators will discuss how capital is shaping the next generation of padel clubs worldwide. From club rollouts and real estate strategies to partnership models and international expansion, the conversation will explore how investors evaluate opportunities in this fast-growing sector and what it takes to build sustainable padel communities.

    Innovation Stage
    10:30h - 11:20h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    12:30h
    Round Table | Innovation Arena

    Check-in for Growth

    Bruno Hallé Boix
    Bruno Hallé Boix Cushman & Wakefield Hospitality Spain - MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-26 12:30 2026-05-26 13:00 Europe/Madrid Check-in for Growth

    Tourism has become one of the strongest gateways for padel’s international growth. As hotels, resorts and destinations embrace the sport as a strategic asset, new opportunities arise to attract visitors, enhance loyalty and create experiences that extend far beyond the court. This session explores how hospitality brands can accelerate the sport’s expansion while delivering meaningful local impact and shared value.

    Innovation Stage
    12:30h - 13:00h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    13:10h
    Round Table | Innovation Arena

    5 things you need to know about the US market

    Chris Klein Klein
    Chris Klein Klein IAPPF VP of Sales MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-26 13:10 2026-05-26 13:30 Europe/Madrid 5 things you need to know about the US market

    Short session led by the IAPPF with key insights into one of the padel markets with the highest growth potential.

    Innovation Stage
    13:10h - 13:30h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    16:50h
    Interview | Innovation Arena

    Entrevista con Ignacio Soto Borja

    Emily Kilner
    Emily Kilner Emily Kilner Master of ceremonies MC
    Ignacio Soto Borja y Anda
    Ignacio Soto Borja y Anda Ignacio Soto Borja Co-Fundador del Pádel MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-26 16:50 2026-05-26 17:10 Europe/Madrid Entrevista con Ignacio Soto Borja

    Few people can speak about padel like Ignacio Soto Borja. As co-founder of the sport, his perspective connects its origins with its global future.
    In this interview, he will reflect on the creation of padel and its evolution into a global phenomenon. From the values that shaped the game to the challenges of its international expansion, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the figures who defined it.

    Innovation Stage
    16:50h - 17:10h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    17:10h
    Keynote | Innovation Arena

    5 things you need to know about the Netherlands market

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-26 17:10 2026-05-26 17:30 Europe/Madrid 5 things you need to know about the Netherlands market

    Expanding into new territories can be both exciting and complex. In this 20-minute keynote, an expert speaker will outline the five key things any company should understand before entering the Netherlands’ padel market. Covering market trends, opportunities, and critical considerations, this session offers practical insights to help shape a successful expansion strategy.

    Innovation Stage
    17:10h - 17:30h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    Wed 27
    14:30h
    Round Table | Innovation Arena

    5 things you need to know about the UK market

    Mark Ayers
    Mark Ayers UK Padel - MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-27 14:30 2026-05-27 14:50 Europe/Madrid 5 things you need to know about the UK market

    A short talk by The Padel Directory sharing key insights and interesting developments from the UK market.

    Innovation Stage
    14:30h - 14:50h Innovation Stage Open Acess
    Thu 28
    10:00h
    Round Table | Innovation Arena

    Capital for Padel Tech: Financing the Next Generation of Padel Innovations

    Anton Brams
    Anton Brams Mindspring Padel Founder & CEO MC
    Diego Campos
    Diego Campos Sunrise Padel Capital Managing Partner MC
    Koen Bosma
    Koen Bosma APEX Capital Head of Venture Capital and Partner MC

    #Padel World Summit 2026

    2026-05-28 10:00 2026-05-28 10:50 Europe/Madrid Capital for Padel Tech: Financing the Next Generation of Padel Innovations

    As padel continues its global growth, a new wave of startups is emerging across areas such as sportstech, performance analytics, fan engagement, digital platforms, and venue operations. Venture capital is playing an important role in supporting these innovations and helping scale solutions across the rapidly expanding padel ecosystem. In this panel, leading venture investors will share their perspectives on where the most promising opportunities lie, what they look for when evaluating early-stage companies, and how technology-driven startups can capture value in the next phase of padel’s development.

    Innovation Stage
    10:00h - 10:50h Innovation Stage Open Acess
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