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Sportz Interactive doubles down on Europe with new hires across UK, France and Iberia
MUMBAI: Sportz Interactive (SI), the sports technology and fan engagement powerhouse, is deepening its European footprint with a string of new strategic hires across the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Portugal. The move marks a significant leap in the company’s bid to digitally transform sports engagement across the continent.
These appointments strengthen SI’s business development and marketing teams as it continues to deliver next-gen digital experiences for fans and commercial partners alike. The new team members bring industry insights and local expertise to support SI’s partnerships with global heavyweights like the International Olympic Committee, Fiba, Formula 1, Disney, and European Athletics.
“We’re thrilled to welcome such exceptional talent to our growing team”, said Sportz Interactive director – head of UK & Europe operations Alex Chamberlen. “Their experience and insights will be instrumental as we continue to deliver transformative digital solutions to leading sports organisations across the region”.
From advanced data platforms to immersive fan experiences, SI’s tech toolkit is powering how sports bodies connect with audiences, expand their global reach, and tap new revenue streams. Its European playbook now gains fresh momentum with on-ground leadership in key markets.
“This marks a significant step forward in our growth journey”, added Sportz Interactive chairman Arvind Iyengar. “These appointments enhance our local expertise and reinforce our position as a trailblazer in digital fan engagement – ensuring we deliver outstanding value to our partners and unforgettable experiences to fans”.
Sportz Interactive’s global expansion continues to gain pace, as it blends technology, sport, and storytelling to redefine the fan experience in stadiums, on screens, and across platforms.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
