The World Surf League (WSL), a privately owned company founded in 1976 and headquartered in the US, employs approximately 340 people. Its primary business is the organization and broadcasting of professional surfing competitions. The WSL operates eight global surf tours, producing live broadcasts of events throughout the year, thereby serving as the governing body for professional surfing.
On August 6, 2025, the World Surf League announced Brooke Farris's appointment as Chief Marketing Officer and President of North America. Farris will lead global brand marketing, communications, and social media strategy, and will oversee North American events and operations. It was also announced that Farris will rejoin the World Surf League in September. Her previous experience includes fourteen years at Rip Curl, three years as CEO, and prior work at the Association of Surfing Professionals as women’s world tour manager. Separately, on September 13, 2025, the World Surf League announced it will return its role as the official verifier of Big Wave World Records to GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™.
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World Surf League offers 2 products in the media and telecoms services and sports industries. World Surf League's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services and water sports.
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World Surf League sells broadcasting rights of its surfing competitions to 19 companies globally, covering 5 countries. World Surf League's rights holders include Warner Bros. Discovery, Sky Group and YouTube. World Surf League currently holds broadcasting rights for sports competitions including surfing.
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