John Kristick
John Kristick is co-head of Playfly Sports
Consulting and head of global events at Playfly Sports, with more than 30 years
of experience leading the management, marketing and commercialization of major
global sports properties. He previously served as executive director of the
United Bid Committee for Canada, Mexico and the United States, where he led
the successful three-nation bid to host the FIFA World Cup 26™—the most
extensive sports event bid ever produced. John has been involved in every FIFA
World Cup since 1994, contributing across sponsorship, broadcasting, bidding,
marketing and hospitality. Today, he advises FIFA World Cup 26™ Host Cities,
sponsors and other stakeholders on global event strategy and execution.