Europe Esports Development Federation Launched to Drive Sustainable Growth in European Esports
The Global Esports Federation (GEF) has proudly announced the establishment of the Europe Esports Development Federation (EEDF) as an immediate legacy of the successful European Games Esports Championships held in Katowice, Poland. The creation of the EEDF demonstrates the GEF’s unwavering commitment to fostering the sustainable growth and development of esports communities worldwide.
The EEDF joins the ranks of other regional Development Federations, such as the Africa Esports Development Federation, the Pan Am Esports Development Federation, and the recently formed Oceania Esports Development Federation. Together, these federations provide valuable resources, education, and support, aligning with the GEF’s mission to serve the global esports community.
Andrzej Kraśnicki, President of the Europe Esports Development Federation, expressed his enthusiasm for the launch, stating, “The establishment of the Europe Esports Development Federation marks a significant step forward for European esports. By developing national federations, organizations, and stakeholders, we aim to cultivate an environment that nurtures talent, promotes inclusivity, and drives the sustainable growth of esports throughout Europe.”
The significance of the EEDF’s establishment was highlighted by Chris Chan, President of the Global Esports Federation, who stated, “We believe that the Europe Esports Development Federation will play a pivotal role in strengthening the European esports landscape. This lineup of leaders has played a central role in our European portfolio – from the Commonwealth Esports Championships to the Istanbul 2022 Global Esports Games and the recent European Games Esports Championships 2023. The leadership team shares a dedication to creating a vibrant and globally connected esports ecosystem.”
The European Esports Development Federation is led by a distinguished group of individuals. Andrzej Kraśnicki, President of the Polish Olympic Committee and the European Games Esports Championships 2023 Organising Committee, serves as President. Chester King, Vice President of the GEF and CEO of the British Esports Federation, acts as Vice President alongside Aurelia Ruetsch, GEF Board Member and Chair of the European Games Esports Championships 2023 Coordination Commission, and Alper Afşin Özdemir, President of the Turkish Esports Federation and Senior Advisor to the GEF Board. Samy Bessi, Vice President of the Belgian Esports Federation, serves as Secretary General.
The Europe Esports Development Federation aims to serve as a catalyst for innovative collaboration and community-building within the European esports sphere. Through strategic initiatives, the EEDF seeks to empower athletes, support grassroots initiatives, and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practises. By nurturing talent and promoting inclusivity, the EEDF strives to drive the sustainable growth of esports throughout Europe.
As the esports industry continues to flourish, the establishment of the European Esports Development Federation represents a significant milestone in the European esports landscape. With a dedicated leadership team and a clear mission to foster growth and development, the EEDF is poised to make a lasting impact on the European esports community.
