FISU Development Committee Chair Stefan Bergh appointed as Secretary General of ITTF

The International University Sports Federation (FISU) congratulates Stefan Bergh, current Chair of the FISU Development Committee (CDSU), on his appointment as the next Secretary General of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).

Stefan Bergh will officially take on the role during the first quarter of 2026, following a structured transition period. His appointment is the result of an extensive international selection process and comes as the ITTF prepares for its 100th anniversary, a key milestone in the federation’s history.

A highly respected figure in international sports governance, Stefan Bergh has been an integral part of the FISU family for over three decades. His deep knowledge of global sport, combined with a collaborative leadership style, has left a lasting mark on FISU’s development work and continental engagement strategies.

Several senior positions over the years

A longstanding contributor to University Sport, Stephan Bergh has held several senior positions, including: Assessor (1995–2003), Vice-President (2003–2015), Chair of the Development Committee (CDSU) (2007–2015 and reappointed since 2024), Chair of the Evaluation Committee for the Summer Universiade (2007–2015), and Vice-Chair of the International University Sports Council (2011–2015). In his current role as CDSU Chair, he has worked closely with the five Continental University Sports Federations (CUSFs), supporting capacity building, and aligning regional efforts with FISU’s global strategy.

“Stefan Bergh has made an outstanding contribution to FISU over the past three decades, both professionally and as a trusted team player in numerous leadership roles. From his early work as Assessor to his service as Vice-President and Chair of the Development Committee, Stefan has consistently demonstrated vision, commitment, and integrity. His ability to work collaboratively, build consensus, and drive strategic progress has greatly strengthened FISU. We are proud of his new appointment and confident that he will bring the same excellence and values to his leadership at the ITTF,” said FISU President Leonz Eder.

“An exceptional understanding of international sport”

“Stefan is a person with an exceptional understanding of international sport and a clear, forward-looking vision for development. This has been consistently demonstrated through the way he has led the FISU Development Committee, promoting cooperation across continents, and concrete impact for our members. The ITTF will undoubtedly benefit greatly from his experience, vision, and outstanding personal qualities,” added FISU Secretary General and CEO Matthias Remund.

Beyond FISU, Stefan Bergh has served as Secretary General and CEO of the Swedish Sports Confederation since 2016, where he oversees 72 national federations and a vast grassroots sports network. He also previously led the European Non-Governmental Sports Organisation (ENGSO) as its President, further solidifying his influence in the European and global sport movement.

A significant leadership role

As ITTF Secretary General, he will lead the federation’s global administration and drive strategic execution across governance, partnerships, events, and development, key areas where his extensive experience will be a major asset. FISU is proud to see one of its most committed contributors take on such a significant leadership role in the wider international sports landscape. Stefan Bergh’s appointment is a testament to the expertise cultivated within the university sport movement and reflects the value of cross-sector collaboration in sport development.