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ICE London 2023 will take place between the 7th and 9th of February at ExCeL London and will be the ideal place to gain valuable insights into the biggest trends in the iGaming market such as: innovative technologies, key insights, networking opportunities and industry solutions.

The betting event brings together providers and professionals from the market in various game modes. At ICE London 2023, it will be possible to find new partnership possibilities and meet major brands in the sports betting sector.

In addition, the conference will feature the ICE Vox sessions between the 6th and 9th of February, which will offer lectures and unmissable moments, such as the panel “Development opportunities throughout Latin America”, which will be held on the 6th of February and will bring an important discussion about the iGaming market across the LATAM region, addressing issues such as:

  • How will iGaming legislation in Chile and sports betting in Peru change the scenario in Latin America?
  • Performance in the Brazilian regulated market.
  • Overview of the region.

The panel will also be moderated by Neil Montgomery, partner and founder of Montgomery & Associados, and participation by André Gelfi, Managing Partner of Betsson in Brazil, and Karen Sierra-Hughes, Vice President LATAM and Caribbean at GLI.

Learn more about panelists

Neil Montgomery

Neil Montgomery

Neil Montgomery is the Founding Partner and Director of the Brazilian law firm Montgomery & Associados. The office, a pioneer in the innovative business model of Lean Full Service – LFS®, is headquartered in São Paulo and has branches in Rio de Janeiro and London.

It is the only full service Brazilian law firm with a dedicated team specializing in gaming and betting. Neil represents Brazil as a General Member of IMGL, is a renowned author and regular speaker at international iGaming industry events.

He has worked as a lawyer in London and São Paulo and specializes in advising multinational companies on investing and doing business in Brazil – in addition to helping Brazilian companies looking to expand their business abroad.

André Gelfi

André Gelfi

Managing Partner Brazil at Betsson Group, André Gelfi has over 15 years of experience in the International Gaming Industry.

André joined Betsson in December 2019, with the acquisition of his venture, SUAPOSTA. The transaction was the first M&A in the Brazilian iGaming segment. His extensive experience comprises leadership, product development, management and institutional affairs.

Karen Sierra-Hughes

Karen Sierra-Hughes

Karen is a lawyer with a master’s degree in commercial law and a specialization in public law. She has over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry, including serving as Director of the Legal Division of the Panama Gaming Board of Control before joining GLI in 2004, where she now leads regulatory and business development for the Americas regions. Latin America, the Caribbean and Spain.