Welcome to Masterclass: Sport + Non-Fungible Tokens.

This first known ‘Sport and NFTs’ event in Australia will provide an opportunity for those in the sport industry to build knowledge on NFTs and blockchain technology.

About this session

Presented by the Swinburne Sport Innovation Research Group, this single-day masterclass is designed for managers and decision makers across the sport sector, including governing bodies, professional teams and leagues, and brand and athlete managers. The session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of NFTs spanning fan and market strategy, Australian applications for NFTs, and intellectual property and legal issues. Professionals from the arts and entertainment sectors may also benefit from attending.

The ticket includes the masterclass, lunch and post-event networking drinks. A certificate and a resource pack to help participants lead and extend the NFTs discussion in their organisations will be provided.

About the speakers

Steve Vallas, Chief Executive Officer, Blockchain Australia 

Steve Vallas is a qualified lawyer and a blockchain technology and digital strategist. His early adoption of social channels, combined with a lifelong study of economics and new tech, has evolved into a deep and unique understanding of emerging blockchain technology and its impact across industries.

Michael Bacina, Partner (Digital Law), Piper Alderman

Michael Bacina advises companies dealing with digital law – the intersection of cutting edge technology, automation and innovation. As a former software developer, he has a rare combination of technical, regulatory and legal skills with expertise in digital currencies and assets, blockchain projects, smart contract issues, as well as FinTech and RegTech projects.

Associate Professor Adam Karg, Sport Innovation Research Group, Swinburne University of Technology

Dr Dimitrios Salampasis, Lecturer, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Swinburne University of Technology 

Dr Kathy Wilson, Lecturer, Supply Chain Management, Swinburne University of Technology

Dr Hadi Ghaderi, Senior Lecturer, Discipline Leader for Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Swinburne University of Technology

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