Rugby Expo

Testimonials

Rugby Expo 08 - What they have to say about it...

"It's the first time that rugby as an industry has had a business-to-business conference and exhibition and I think that was lacking. There's Soccerex, which is hugely successful in the football industry, and this is a chance now for anybody involved in the business of rugby to get together, network and do business..”

Greg Thomas, Head of Communications, IRB

“Rugby Expo is a great opportunity for the business of rugby to come together under one roof; a ‘must attend’ event for anyone involved in the sport. I was impressed by the quality and depth of the programme and exhibition Rugby Expo provided.”

Paul Kimberley, Commercial Director, Rugby Football League

“It was a huge step forward for professional rugby and from a personal point of view it was a great platform to voice my opinion on the subject of player welfare.”

Ian McGeechan, Head Coach, British and Irish Lions

“We’re very impressed with the scale and magnitude of the event and it provides a fantastic opportunity for everybody in the rugby industry to come together."

Richard Callaway, Head of Sport, PUMA

“I had no idea of what to expect, but within 10 minutes I knew it was the right decision to attend, I had to be here”.

Diarmaid Murphy, Director of Communications, ERC

“Exhibiting at Rugby Expo has already proved to be a valuable tool through which to raise the awareness of USA 7’s. We’ve spoken today to a large number of people involved in the world of rugby and we’re looking forward to day two already."

Toby Gregory, Commercial Manager, USA 7s

“I was very impressed with the number of people present and to be honest I was not expecting such a good turnout for year one. There were some very intelligent questions during my conference so it is obviously generating a huge amount of interest."

Edward Freedman, Sports Marketing and Merchandising Consultant

“Having such strong panels as you have had at Rugby Expo, you find out what the relevant issues are and having all the stakeholders in the game to discuss these, it really is worthwhile."

Jon Duckworth, Marketing Director, Premier Rugby

“It’s a unique opportunity to communicate with the whole industry; we have generated many new leads and are already planning for Rugby Expo 09.”

Hugh Copping, Managing Director, Sportstat