MPW Global
Leaders Circle
Global Perspectives. Meaningful Conversations.
A Stronger Industry.
What is the MPW
Global Leaders Circle?
The MPW Global Leaders Circle is an exclusive, invitation-only global network bringing together influential leaders from across the mass participation sports ecosystem.
Through regular in-person and virtual gatherings, members build meaningful connections, exchange insights, explore emerging trends and unlock new opportunities for their organisations.
More than a network, the Circle is a platform for collective leadership — helping shape a stronger, more connected and future-ready industry.
- Stay Ahead of the CurveGain firsthand insights into emerging trends, market developments, industry challenges, and opportunities from leaders operating across different regions and sectors.
- Connect Across the EcosystemBuild meaningful relationships with peers from federations, events, brands, technology, health and wellness, destinations, and other organizations shaping mass participation sport.
- Look Beyond Your Own MarketDiscover fresh ideas, different approaches and lessons from established and emerging markets that can inform your own thinking and decisions.
- Contribute to the Bigger PictureBring your experience and perspective to conversations about the future of the industry, including opportunities aligned with MPW Vision 2050.
What our members say
The MPW Global Leaders Circle is an invaluable resource for MarathonFoto. Each meeting provides fresh perspectives, meaningful insights, and updates from across the global mass participation industry.
Chris fosters an environment of collaboration, encouraging members to share best practices, learn from one another, and build valuable relationships. I always leave with new ideas, stronger connections, and insights we can apply to our business.
PresidentMarathonFotoWhat I value most about MPW is the quality and diversity of the people around the table, and the openness with which they share their experience.
Leading mass participation events in Vietnam, I see the value of connecting perspectives across markets as participant expectations evolve and new opportunities emerge.
These conversations help me challenge assumptions, think strategically about growth and explore where collaboration can move our industry forward. For me, that exchange is the strength of the Global Leaders Circle.
General ManagerSunrise Events VietnamThe MPW Global Leaders Circle offers a unique opportunity to learn from peers around the world, identify shared challenges, and gain fresh perspectives on the future of mass participation sports.
The real value lies in turning these global insights into inspiration and action at national and regional levels – helping our events and our industry remain relevant, resilient and ready for future opportunities.
PresidentSwedish Mass Participation & Sport Event AssociationJoining MPW's Global Leaders Circle has opened doors to the industry's top leaders and global thought leaders, accelerating my personal growth and giving Run Calgary a significant competitive advantage.
CEORun CalgaryMPW Global Leaders Circle is our primary channel for global connections, updates, and business intelligence within our industry. It is life-changing to explore potential and learning.
CEOTicket SportsThe MPW Global Leaders Circle is exactly what a forward-thinking industry group should be: collaborative, packed full of the right people, and expertly curated and managed by Chris Robb.
Mass participation is booming, but it hasn't always operated as a global industry. That's an anomaly that the Circle is starting to put right.
FounderMOVE | The Running AgencyFormer CEO, parkrunMembership Benefits
| Benefit | Individual | Corporate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | US$2,000 | US$5,000 |
| Seats at the Quarterly Leaders Circle (Virtual) | 1 | 2 |
| Passes to Annual MPW Conference | 1 | 2 |
| Seats at MPW Global Updates LiveAlongside major global events | 1 | 2 |
| Access to Quarterly Global Updates ReportsCurated member contribution report highlighting trends, challenges, and new initiatives from across the globe | ||
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