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Italian Esports Endeavors

HMBLE Unveils a New Partnership with Deloitte for Italian Esports

— October 15, 2024 — Marketing
HMBLE, an Italian esports organization, has partnered with the Italian branch of Deloitte to strengthen the esports industry in the region. The partnership will extend beyond traditional sponsorship arrangements, marking the first time a consulting group has partnered with an esports organization. Starting in 2025, Deloitte will be prominently featured at esports tournaments and industry fairs through HMBLE’s presence, enhancing its visibility within the gaming community.

Beyond event participation and content creation, Deloitte’s branding will have a visible presence on HMBLE’s jerseys, solidifying the partnership in both competitive and promotional settings. The pair will work on a series of initiatives that will mutually benefit both organizations.

“HMBLE has always been committed to promoting a positive gaming environment, to make the gaming world safe and welcoming for everyone. We are excited to share this journey with a partner like Deloitte, with whom we immediately saw a values alignment and shared objectives,” said Alex Yi Wang, CEO of HMBLE.

Image Credit: HMBLE
Trend Themes
1. Esports-consultancy Partnerships - The collaboration between HMBLE and Deloitte exemplifies a new kind of strategic alliance beyond traditional sponsorships, integrating consultancy expertise within the esports sector.
2. Corporate Branding in Esports - Deloitte’s branding presence on esports jerseys and events highlights the growing trend of corporate entities embedding their brands within the competitive gaming landscape.
3. Positive Gaming Environments - HMBLE's commitment to promoting a safe and welcoming gaming culture, supported by Deloitte, underscores an increasing focus on fostering positive online communities within esports.
Industry Implications
1. Esports - With Deloitte entering the esports space through a partnership with HMBLE, the industry is seeing a blend of traditional business practices with competitive gaming.
2. Consulting - This landmark partnership marks the consulting industry’s foray into esports, showcasing potential for advisory services tailored to the unique needs of the gaming sector.
3. Branding and Marketing - The visibility of Deloitte’s brand within esports events and on competition apparel highlights new avenues for branding and marketing within the burgeoning esports industry.
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