Nishant Rana

 Led a global licensing partnership between Yasuda Group (Japan) and a Bundesliga club, deal value of €2.3M and €400K in negotiated value; reached advanced agreement stage  Developed and executed market-entry and business development strategy aligned with commercial targets by creating a structured market strategy framework for Germany  Built and professionally managed relationships with key stakeholders, including potential sponsors, Bundesliga clubs, DFB, and sports agencies (Sportfive, Infront, Team

Expertise in creating high-level brand partnerships between international companies and sports rightsholders & athletes, focusing on the brand´s objectives, product integration, and ROI Our portfolio includes partnerships with leading organizations and athletes across global sports, such as European football clubs, the NBA, NFL, Australian teams, Indian Premier League franchises, ICC, and major international sporting events

 Secured the first-ever strategic and commercial partnership with the All India Football Federation, generating six-figure revenue  Developed and executed market entry and go-to-market strategy to establish the club’s presence in India, focusing on brand growth and revenue generation  Led and managed a team of 6, delivering integrated marketing campaigns, including matchday activations and digital initiatives, achieving 12% year-on-year digital growth  Built and maintained strong relationships with s

 In-depth research on Indian and European football collaborations, highlighting potential sponsorship opportunities along with recommendations to decode the Indian market  Engaged in strategic exchange with stakeholders from DFB, Eintracht Frankfurt and Indian football organizations

 Establishing new business opportunities through sponsorship, tickets, and merchandising

 Developed a strategic internationalisation framework for ISLA’s entry into Asian markets  Contributed to planning and execution of ISLA Virtual Annual Congress 2020

 Grew enrollment from 6 to 73 children in 5 months through targeted recruitment and program development.  Led grassroots talent scouting and development initiatives

 Managed club operations with a focus on sponsorship acquisition and grassroots development  Secured local sponsorships with FMCG and real estate companies as official club partners

 Competed at professional level with a focus on performance, discipline, and team leadership

- Global sports industry and internationalization - Marketing, communication & sponsorship - Digitalization - Business development