Gianfranco Esposito Olavide

Sport business group focused on management consulting, sport policy development and event production. I founded Recreum with the vision of transforming sport into a platform for economic, social, and territorial development. The company provides strategic consulting and project management for both public and private organizations involved in sport, events, and entertainment. Key areas of work include: • Strategic planning and advisory for major sporting events. • Sponsorship architecture and brand activation. • Legacy and impact assessment frameworks covering economic, social, and institutional dimensions. • Liaison and coordination with international partners, government bodies, and sport organizations.

Adrimpex specializes in the import and distribution of premium European food and beverage products for the Peruvian market. I oversee the company’s business strategy, supplier relations, and institutional partnerships, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and promoting sustainable growth.

Member of the Board of Directors 2024 - 2028 term Member of the Board of Directors 2020 - 2024 term Elected Second Vice President of the Chamber for the 2020–2024 and 2024–2028 terms. Representing the business community in promoting bilateral trade, investment, and cultural relations between Italy and Peru. Active in strengthening institutional partnerships, fostering collaboration between Italian and Peruvian enterprises, and leading initiatives across the food & beverage, industry, and cultural sectors.

Member of the Board of Directors 2018 - 2020 term Served as Consulting Director advising on strategic initiatives and corporate relations.

UPC Business School | Sports Administration and Business Program. Lecturer in Sport Management and Event Economics, focusing on the intersection between sport, business, and policy. Courses and talks focus on major sporting events, event portfolio management, economic impact and legacy analysis, sport tourism, and sponsorship strategy — emphasizing how well-designed events can drive sustainable growth and territorial development.

UPC Business School / Sports Administration and Business Program. Taught undergraduate courses within the Business School’s Sports Administration and Business Program, focusing on the management and commercialization of sport. Responsibilities included curriculum development, academic advising, and mentoring students on research and applied projects related to sports management, marketing, and event organization. Contributed to the early academic foundation of Peru’s sports business education, promoting a balance between industry practice and academic rigor.

Graduate research focused on the economic, social, and legacy impacts of major sporting events. Thesis: “Event Leverage and Portfolio Planning: The Missing Link Between Lima and the 2019 Pan-American Games” (University of Texas Libraries, 2016). The research examined event leverage, portfolio planning, and sustainable development frameworks to maximize the long-term benefits of major sporting events in Latin America — building on Chalip’s (2004) and O’Brien & Chalip’s (2008) leverage models. Emphasis on sport policy, mega-event management, economic impact assessment, and legacy planning.

Comprehensive program focused on business management, marketing, finance, and organizational strategy. Developed strong analytical and managerial skills applicable to corporate, entrepreneurial, and international contexts.

Technical and applied program focused on athlete development, coaching principles, sport administration, and community sport programs. Developed practical competencies in event coordination, sport operations, and athlete support, forming the foundation for a career in sports management and business strategy. The TAFE program emphasized Australia’s best practices in sport participation systems, talent pathways, and grassroots sport development.