SBC has announced the latest addition to its esteemed portfolio of events – the SBC Summit Rio. Set to take place from the 5th to the 7th of March 2024 at the 5-star Hotel Windsor Barra, the betting event will serve as a crucial gathering for key industry stakeholders in Brazil.
With a population of 217 million and strong internet penetration, Brazil presents a significant market opportunity for the gambling industry. Despite the long wait for regulation and operating licenses, optimism regarding the immense potential of the Brazilian market remains firm.
SBC’s strategic choice to launch the event in Rio de Janeiro is supported by extensive discussions with industry stakeholders who strongly believe that SBC’s presence in Brazil will boost its expansion efforts in this market.
“I love SBC events, especially the SBC Summit Latinoamérica! The quality of the organization and the incredible sense of community among the participants is truly amazing.
As an operator focused on Brazil, actively expanding our presence in the region and supporting local clubs, having an event dedicated to Brazil is extremely exciting. And with SBC behind it, the event becomes even more valuable. This is perfectly in line with our company’s current focus,” said Fellipe Fraga, Business Executive Director at EstrelaBet.
SBC Summit Rio promises to deliver even more opportunities for the sector
With a focus on regulation, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sport integrity, data rights and sponsorship, the event aims to bring together locally and internationally based senior executives with valuable insights into the Brazilian market.
Attendees will gain unrivaled expertise from industry speakers representing diverse perspectives, empowering them to make informed decisions in this rapidly evolving market.
Simon Hovmand-Stilling, CEO of Better Collective South America, said: “It really is fantastic news to have an event exclusively dedicated to Brazil, which we see as one of the most significant market opportunities for Better Collective.
“In addition to signing Jairzinho, a three-time soccer champion for the Brazilian national team, as our brand ambassador, we have also established an office in Rio, positioning ourselves close to potential partners and the local community.
“The SBC Summit Rio offers us an invaluable opportunity to delve into the complexities of this market.”
The event is designed for decision makers from operators, affiliates, sports clubs, regulatory bodies and other key industry stakeholders, including trade associations and the media. The event also extends to non-endemic brands, offering a platform for marketing service providers, digital solution providers, financial service providers and others whose products and services are becoming increasingly important to the industry.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, said: “Our involvement with the Brazilian market is far from new. In 2022, SBC made a significant impact in São Paulo by hosting the Brazil Football Expo in partnership with the Brazilian Football Confederation In addition, earlier this year, we launched the news platform SBC Notícias Brasil, as the magnitude of opportunities in this market cannot be ignored”.
“The Rio event has been consistently highlighted as an exceptional opportunity throughout the many discussions we have had with our clients. We are excited to provide a robust platform for industry professionals to actively engage and exchange best practices, especially as the regulatory landscape changes. get closer.”
SBC’s events
In 2023, SBC hosted a series of highly successful industry events. These include the SBC Summit North America, the CasinoBeats Summit and the Canadian Gaming Summit. In addition, there are more upcoming events to look forward to, such as SBC Summit Barcelona, SBC Summit Latinoamérica and SBC Summit Tbilisi.
Adam Azor, EVP of Global Marketing at Sportradar, said: “We’ve been pleased to attend several SBC events in different capacities, and each experience has been exceptionally good. The welcoming nature of the SBC team, along with their thorough consideration of profile of attendees, ensures strong networking opportunities. Given that Brazil is a growth market for betting, it is a positive move that SBC has responded to industry demand to organize an event in Rio. We look forward to participating in the new show.”
The events company, which began as a sports betting community among friends, has evolved into a comprehensive organization serving multiple industry verticals. With a track record that includes the Betting on Sports Europe event, SBC has unrivaled experience and a vast database of companies focused on sports betting. This invaluable network will play a crucial role in organizing the event in Rio, attracting relevant sports teams, leagues and associations to the Brazilian market.
