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Group 1 - The event "Global Linkage · Industry Interaction" focused on how the sports industry can promote urban development and enhance cross-regional cooperation between Chengdu and Hong Kong [1] - Over 50 representatives from the sports industry, experts, and industry leaders participated in the discussions [1] - Ismael Martinez Merchan from POPULOUS shared insights on integrating local culture with international elements in sports venue design, specifically highlighting the Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong [1] Group 2 - POPULOUS is recognized as a leading sports architecture design and consulting firm, having completed over 3,500 projects globally in its 40+ years of operation [4] - The firm has the highest volume of sports facility design work for several consecutive years, with notable projects including the Las Vegas Sphere and Wembley Stadium [4] - In the Greater China region, POPULOUS has designed several top-tier projects, including the National Speed Skating Oval for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and the Nanjing Olympic Sports Center [4] Group 3 - The design philosophy of POPULOUS emphasizes creating memorable user experiences and establishing emotional connections between people and sports venues [7] - The company aims for large sports infrastructures to act as catalysts for broader local innovation and economic development [7] - The successful hosting of the sports salon provided a high-level international exchange platform for the sports industries of Hong Kong and Chengdu, with plans for future similar events to promote industry innovation [7]