commercial experts in sport
we are business driven whilst keeping the legal feasibility in mind.
We strive to build the bridge between traditional and new digital exploitation models.
we know what it means to negotiate global sponsorship and media rights deals and revenue generating agreements with global digital platforms.
we trust in our network of broadcasters, leading tech and social media companies around the world.
Gunnar Karnath
founder and managing director of line+circle. Started his career as a commercial lawyer for FIFA and Bundesliga negotiating global sponsorship deals. As a Business Development lead he was responsible for FIFA’s digital commercial program for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and built FIFA’s digital presence in China. Since 2019 he helps organisations in sport to grow revenues and to build global media businesses.