ThinkSport: Driving Innovation in Sports with a Global Vision for 2025
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ThinkSport, an organization dedicated to shaping the future of sports through innovation, is gearing up for an exciting year in 2025. In an exclusive interview with iSportConnect, Claudine Breton, Director of ThinkSport, shared their ambitious vision for driving collaboration across the sports ecosystem, their plans for expanding internationally, and details about their marquee event, THE SPOT.
A Vision to Transform Sports Innovation
ThinkSport’s mission is clear: to connect academics, startups, corporations, and investors to identify and address the evolving needs of the sports ecosystem. By fostering collaboration and launching innovative projects, ThinkSport aims to bring tangible solutions to pressing challenges in the industry.
In 2025, ThinkSport plans to build on its strong foundations in Lausanne and the broader Swiss sports ecosystem by broadening its international reach. “We are stepping into the global stage, launching initiatives like an AI and robotics-focused innovation challenge in Asia, and collaborating with diverse youth-led sports innovation projects,” said Breton. This approach reflects ThinkSport’s commitment to learning from and contributing to global best practices.
THE SPOT 2025: Innovation and Knowledge-Sharing
At the heart of ThinkSport’s agenda is THE SPOT, a flagship event that connects stakeholders from across the sports industry to drive innovation and knowledge-sharing. Scheduled to take place on May 13, 2025, at Lausanne’s iconic Olympic Museum, this year’s event promises to be more interactive and impactful than ever.
Breton emphasized that THE SPOT 2025 will focus on creating an engaging environment where attendees can connect meaningfully. The event will feature topics critical to the future of sports, such ashow innovation can prioritise and enhance athlete well-being, the integration of esports and virtual reality into traditional sports or how cutting-edge technologies are transforming performance, training, and fan engagement.
A key highlight for 2025 is a renewed effort to showcase global perspectives. Following the success of last year’s discussions with representatives from Saudi Arabia, China, and the United States, THE SPOT 2025 will include insights from emerging markets, fostering a more inclusive dialogue around sports innovation.
Overcoming Challenges in Sports Innovation
Breton also shed light on some of the challenges ThinkSport aims to address in 2025. A recent survey highlighted that many sports organizations lack dedicated innovation strategies or resources, and leadership resistance to change remains a barrier. ThinkSport sees this as an opportunity to provide guidance, connect stakeholders, and drive the adoption of innovative solutions across the industry.
As ThinkSport expands its reach and impact in 2025, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to connect the sports ecosystem and drive meaningful change, a mission which perfectly aligns with that of iSportConnect. With initiatives like THE SPOT and global innovation challenges, the future of sports innovation looks bright.
To learn more about THE SPOT 2025 and register for the event, visit ThinkSport’s website.