ESF FOUNDING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Leadership, Governance & International Representation
The Elympic Sports Federation (ESF) brings together individuals with experience across international sport, governance, technology, industry and institutional development to support the establishment and advancement of modern competitive disciplines.
The Founding Committee provides strategic guidance and institutional leadership in developing ESF's governance standards, international relationships, discipline recognition and participation frameworks.
Recognising the distinct requirements of physical, mechatronic, digital and technology-enabled competition, the Committee supports a governance model that respects sporting integrity, intellectual property, industry participation and the interests of national and international stakeholders.
Through collective expertise, international collaboration and a commitment to responsible governance, the Founding Committee contributes to ESF's long-term institutional development and its role within the evolving global competitive landscape.
A shared commitment to integrity, international cooperation and the advancement of modern competition.
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Founder & Chairman
Ivan Brinklow
Australia
Creator of the The Elympia Continuum
Ivan Brinklow is an entrepreneur and systems designer focused on the governance of next-generation sport, esports, and technology-enabled competition. He is the founder of Electronic Sports Entertainment and creator of the Master Plan - The Elympia Continuum, a global framework integrating governance, infrastructure, entertainment, and digital ecosystems.
Founding Committee Member
Marcus Howard
USA
Architect of Esports 2.0
Marcus Howard is a recognised esports strategist and systems innovator, known for conceptualising Esports 2.0, a framework addressing competitive integrity, scalability, and sustainability in modern esports ecosystems. He contributes to ESF’s governance development and discipline evolution.
Founding Committee Member
Adam Mzelea Salim
USA
Esports Strategist and Systems Innovator
Adam Mzelea Salim is a systems innovator and institutional advisor shaping the future of digital sports through intelligent governance, scalable ecosystems, and operational excellence. He bridges innovation and structure, helping position ESF as a globally trusted, transparent, and future-ready institution.
Founding Committee Appointments
Appointments to the ESF Founding Committee are undertaken through a structured selection process aligned with the institutional objectives, governance principles and strategic development of the Elympia Continuum.
Committee membership reflects the expertise, international standing and professional responsibilities required to support the Federation's governance and long-term development.
Further appointments will be announced following formal confirmation.