Dan Lyle (Rugby Action Photo)

Dan Lyle (former Bath, Leicester and USA International) and Jonathan Davies (ex rugby league and rugby union international) are the most recent additions to the ever growing team of ambassadors for Rugby Expo.

The 6ft 5in former #8 and the former dual-code rugby international are the American and Welsh representatives for this first ever global business-to-business rugby union and league convention that is taking place on 17-18 November 2008 in London.

With exhibition and delegate sales at a high and growing daily, Rugby Expo 08 is set to be the biggest event of its kind ever held in the world of rugby.

Keiran Gaffney, Commercial Manager Rugby Expo, said: “Rugby Expo is about strengthening the game on a global scale and the States is an untapped market with massive potential for growth both commercially and popularity wise. With Dan’s experience as Tournament Director for the USA Sevens and his profile within the sport both in America and internationally, through the years he spent playing in the UK, he’s an asset to our team.

“Jonathan’s knowledge of the game is second to none and this benefits Rugby Expo hugely as he has vast experience of both rugby league and union. The number of high profile rugby figures that give backing to our cross code event rises daily and it’s fantastic to have someone of Jonathan’s stature in the team. We look forward to working with both him and Dan.”

“More and more people play rugby in the States each year from youth, high school and college levels right through to senior level and I want to play my part in this development,” added Lyle. “With Rugby Expo focussed on broadening and developing the commercial appeal of the sport, there are synergies as to where the US and other nations need to focus. As there is only one direction the game can go if we all work together, this is a great opportunity for me to help drive forward; It’s good to be part of the Rugby Expo team.”

Jonathan Davies, said: “Other sports such as golf and football have similar conventions so it’s great news that rugby is finally getting one too. It’s a great concept for networking purposes and it seems pretty crucial to attend if you are involved in the rugby business. It’s a timely event during the Autumn Internationals and I’m excited to be involved in it”

Rugby Expo 08 will create a perfect networking opportunity for rugby focussed businesses, where well known figures in the rugby world will host debates and forums giving an insight into various aspects of the sport.

For a full list of the forums, contributors and panellists and to find out more about the event and how you can become involved, visit the website on www.rugbyexpo.com