Football Meets Economy
Thomas Fricke was division manager of the Local Organizing Committee of the FIFA World Cup 2006. This World Championship exceeded all expectations and will be fondly remembered for many years to come.
The organizational and logistical tasks behind the scenes were incredible: during 64 matches in 12 stadiums 32 teams and 3,359,439 spectators had to be taken care of. At first glance this seems to be almost impossible, but Thomas Fricke and his team rose to the challenge and came through with flying colors.
Now you too can benefit from Thomas Fricke’s experiences. In his interesting presentations he demonstrates what companies can learn from the realization and success of this project. He provides you with background information and shows you parallels in everyday working life at your company. You will receive plenty of valuable input on topics such as “ Where can I get useful ideas and incentives for my company?” Thomas Fricke not only examines the internal structure of your enterprise but he also looks at the planning, projects and processes in relation to customers and partners.
Thomas Fricke points out how every single employee becomes an essential part of the team during times of extreme stress and how important it is to motivate and inspire each other.
Topics
- Inner View - A first-hand account of the FIFA World Cup 2006
- Project management at its best - complex challenges of a mega event and their solutions
- Procurement and logistics – elements of success and know-how transfer
- Back to simplicity – a story of success as a model for companies and organizations
- Motivation and team building - consonance of organization and emotion
- Soccer business - structures and rules of a booming multimillion market
- No business like sports business – sponsoring, investment and private equity
References
- BAT Germany GmbH, Hamburg
- Detecon GmbH, München
- University of Cologne
- University of Bayreuth
- IIRME, Dubai
- Marcus Evans Ltd., London
Languages
- German
- English
Thomas Fricke in action
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