Athletes Make The Best International Soccer Games

Welcome to Athletes Make The Best International Soccer Games™. From every sport and every industry—owners, managers, directors, executives, and investors—athletes unite on soccer’s biggest stage to shape what’s next. This is where vision meets action, where economic, workforce, and community impact become the game plan. And with 80% of people having played sports, the athlete in you is always in play. Invest. Work. Live. Stay. Play. Own the future with athlete-led ventures redefining what’s possible for all.

WED | July 15

Sports + Entertainment Infrastructure Breakfast
9:00am – 12:00pm | Queens, NYC
An industry briefing revealing insights from our yearlong study on regional sports and entertainment infrastructure and public sentiment.
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Athletes Make The Best Authors Night
4:00pm – 9:00pm | Queens, NYC
An evening of storytelling with athlete-authors, innovators, and changemakers sharing journeys that transcend sport.
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THU | July 16

Athletes Make The Best Investors + Startups
9:00am – 1:00pm | Manhattan, NYC
A high-impact experience connecting athletes, investors, and founders to power innovation, ownership, and legacy through real deal flow and collaboration.
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Athletes Make The Best™ Authors Night
4:00pm – 9:00pm | Newark, NJ
An evening of storytelling with athlete-authors, innovators, and changemakers sharing journeys that transcend sport.
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FRI | July 17

Athletes Make The Best Studio
9:00am – 12:00pm | Jersey City, NJ
A dynamic space where athlete-led innovation, storytelling, and brand experiences converge. We bring together business leaders, government officials, and community influencers to shape impactful narratives—from C-suites to neighborhoods. Featuring our 2026 Athletes Make The Best™ Award honorees.

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Athletes Make The Best™ Authors Night
4:00pm – 9:00pm | Manhattan, NYC
An evening of storytelling with athlete-authors, innovators, and changemakers sharing journeys that transcend sport.
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