The executive gathering at the 5-star Hôtel du Collectionneur will bring together senior decision-makers in and around esports and gaming during the closing days of the Esports World Cup.
The Esports Radar, part of The Insights Group, has today announced that its signature executive networking event, Esports Leaders, will take place in central Paris on Friday, 21st August 2026.
Set against the backdrop of the closing weekend of the Esports World Cup (EWC), the exclusive, high-level gathering will host up to 70 senior executives and decision-makers from across the global esports and gaming ecosystem. Hosted at the 5-star Hôtel du Collectionneur, just moments from the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, the event will combine focused industry discussions with high-value networking.
Delivered in collaboration with the Esports Awards and supported by Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), alongside Get In returning as Social Media Partner, Esports Leaders Paris offers a relaxed yet purposeful environment for leaders from teams, publishers, brands, agencies, event operators, media, investment firms, and more, to connect, exchange ideas, and navigate the key opportunities and challenges facing the sector.
Sam Cooke, CEO & Co-Founder of The Insights Group, commented: “We are delighted to bring Esports Leaders to Paris for the first time at such a pivotal moment for the industry, and during the city’s biggest esports moment to date. With key stakeholders already gathering for the climax of the Esports World Cup, our aim is to provide a curated, high-calibre and comfortable space away from the noise, where genuine connections are made and meaningful conversations happen.”
The Paris event follows the success of previous flagship gatherings, including last year’s sold-out Esports Leaders London at the 5-star Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, and editions in Cologne, Austin and Lisbon. Previous editions have featured sessions led by global brands including Expedia Group, GeoGuessr, the Esports Foundation, the Saudi Esports Federation, The Story Mob, NODWIN Gaming, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Logitech G, and more, solidifying the series’ reputation for combining premium hospitality with high-value strategic discussions.
Tickets for the Paris edition of Esports Leaders can be accessed through this link. Those interested in exploring partnership opportunities can also reach out via The Esports Radar on LinkedIn, or directly via info@insightsgroup.gg.
Additionally, the event will host a new edition of the Padel Gaming Club, building on the success of previous tournaments and networking socials held in major global hubs including Austin, Riyadh, Cologne, and London. Ticketing for the Padel Gaming Club is handled separately in this link.
Event Details at a Glance
- Event: Esports Leaders Paris 2026
- Date: Friday, 21st August 2026
- Time: 09:30 – 14:30 CEST (Followed by informal networking in the hotel garden/bar)
- Venue: L’Hôtel du Collectionneur, 51-57 Rue de Courcelles, 75008 Paris, France
- Attendees: Senior leaders, C-suite executives, and key decision-makers across esports, gaming, publishing, brand sponsorship, and media.
- Ticket Price: €50.00 (Limited Availability!)
- Tickets & Registration: Available now via Luma at https://luma.com/9pv7ydep.
Key Event Schedule
- 09:30: Doors open — Welcome drinks, light refreshments, and morning networking
- 10:30 – 11:00: Welcome address, Keynote / Panel session & Q&A
- 11:00 – 12:15: Interactive industry roundtables
- 12:15 – 14:00: Networking brunch
- 14:30: Official close (Informal socialising continues in the downstairs bar and garden)
- 17:00: Padel Gaming Club will take in Paris – ticketed separately
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