Esports Leaders returns this Autumn for its EMEA edition in 2025, hosted in London and capped at 100 senior stakeholders.
This is where global decision-makers from teams, publishers, brands, agencies, operators, and tournament organisers gather to forge partnerships, share insights, debate challenges, and shape what’s next.
Expect world-class hospitality, meaningful connection, and zero filler — just real conversations, new ideas, and a setting worthy of your time.
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Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.
Previous Esports Leaders editions have taken place in Lisbon, Portugal and Austin, Texas across 2024-25. Each edition brings together an elite group of some of the industry’s most senior operators — from CEOs of major teams and tournament organisers to heads of partnerships and marketing at brands and agencies, to investment firms, game publishers & developers, and other key stakeholders from destinations, to media and more.
This London edition will feature more EMEA voices, new market opportunities, and fresh conversations designed for those who make things happen and move the industry forward.
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"Esports Leaders is a great opportunity to connect with key industry players (and renew your membership to the esports mafia)"
Remer Rietkerk - Head of Strategy - RENNSPORT
"I had really impactful time at Esport Leaders. It was great to meet connections both old and new. There was so many interesting opinions from different walks of gaming and esports."
Kelly Ong - CSO - Alliance
"Esports Leaders is the most meaningful gathering of who-is-who is esports, with amazing people, incredie hospitality and always great vibes!"
Anna Rozwandowicz - Founder & CEO - The Story Mob
"Esports Leaders is quickly becoming an unmissable fixture on the calendar. With Sam Cooke at the helm you can be confident that his events will always offer the perfect blend of insights and networking."
Kirsty Endfield - Founder & CEO - Swipe Right PR
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Attendance at Esports Leaders: London is limited to 100 guests , and mostly by invitation only.
We will reserve 25% of seats for purchase so some guests can lock in and guarantee their attendance, but 75% will be by invitation.
There are no enormous exhibition halls, no endless badge scanners, and no clutter. Less is more, and we guarantee high-value conversations, hospitality that respects your time, and a format designed to help you both learn, come away invigorated and build real relationships.
Curated conversations. Exceptional hospitality. A setting that delivers.
Day 1
3rd October 2025
Activity Day
4th October 2025
We like to do networking a little differently. Here’s what’s planned for London:
Following our popular Austin and Riyadh padel tournaments and socials, the London edition will introduce London Padel Gaming Club, bringing a local twist to the experience.
There's value in doing things that scare you.
At Esports Leaders we believe the setting matters. Environment and atmosphere impact events enormously, from conversations to general enjoyment, and choosing the right setting for the right event, is vital.
We take our time accordingly, and we ensure we find a space that fits the vibe we’re after, which varies to some degree per edition, but always guarantees great hospitality, friendly staff, good food and drinks and something a little bit special.
The main venue for Esports Leaders London is Nobu Portman Square, a truly 5* property in the heart of the city, a 5-minute walk from Oxford Street and Hyde Park, and with a world-class restaurant.
