UAE SPORTS
MANAGEMENT TEAM

UAE Sports management team brings +25 years experience on sports management field across Europe and the UAE. Entire lives devoted to creating and managing sports projects with a distinct focus on professionalism, leadership, excellence, and service.

IVAN BAENA

Founder & Director of UAE Sports

Mr. Ivan Baena, the founder and ManagingDirector of UAE Sports, commenced his journey as a high-performance tennisplayer before seamlessly transitioning into the world of professional coachingand sports management. With a prolific career spanning over 25 years, including15 years in senior management roles in Spain and UAE, Mr. Baena brings a wealthof experience to the local sports industry. Holding a Bachelor of Science inEducation, he possesses a robust understanding of professional coaching methodologies,sports management, and the execution of educational projects and events. Mr.Baena's international training and diverse working experiences furthercontribute to his extensive knowledge and proficiency in the multifacetedaspects of the sports arena.

ELENA KALKAEVA

Finance Director of UAE Sports

Elena Kalkaeva, serving as the Finance Director of our company, brings a wealth of expertise and qualifications to her role. Holding an MBA in finance and a Ph.D., Elena demonstrates a profound understanding of financial management that forms the foundation of her strategic approach to finance. She has acquired training and education across various international locations, including Russia, Poland, China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. With a holistic professional experience gained in a multi-cultural environment, Elena exhibits a deep comprehension of the financial aspects of business.

ELENA KALKAEVA

Finance Director of UAE Sports

Elena Kalkaeva, serving as the Finance Director of our company, brings a wealth of expertise and qualifications to her role. Holding an MBA in finance and a Ph.D., Elena demonstrates a profound understanding of financial management that forms the foundation of her strategic approach to finance. She has acquired training and education across various international locations, including Russia, Poland, China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. With a holistic professional experience gained in a multi-cultural environment, Elena exhibits a deep comprehension of the financial aspects of business.