SBC Summit Barcelona will offer 15,000 attendees the opportunity to hear in-depth analysis of established and emerging global markets from international experts, during the ‘Global Gaming Leaders‘ track.
Held at Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc, the dedicated trail will kick off on Thursday 21st September, the second main day of the global betting and iGaming event.
Attendees will have the chance to gain new perspectives from global leaders as they explore pressing issues related to global markets, technology implementation and responsible leadership.
Panel discussions will include the crucial role of technology solutions in gaining competitive advantage for brands, the potential of iGaming in US markets and innovative strategies in regions such as Latin America, UK, Japan, India and more!
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, said: “As the SBC Summit Barcelona is a global event, we must leverage the knowledge and experience of diverse perspectives to provide a comprehensive view of some of the most lucrative markets and emerging powers in the world.”
“This track serves as an invaluable platform to educate participants about the unique opportunities and challenges of each region,” added Sojmark.
Panel – ‘Latin America – Navigating Changing Political Sands – Where Is the Opportunity Now?’
The panel will discuss the optimistic regulatory developments in the region and how leaders are strategically capitalizing on them.
Speakers: José Duarte (CEO, Betcris), Gonzalo Pérez (CEO, Apuesta Total), Ramiro Atucha (CEO, Vibra Gaming) and Lívia Troise (CEO, Betmais).
They will explore whether Argentina‘s success in face-to-face gaming will influence Brazilian regulations and discuss the role of traditional betting in supporting player engagement and regulation.
Panel – ‘Eastern Europe – Europe’s Next Big Opportunity?’
The panel will explore the plethora of emerging opportunities in Eastern Europe as markets rapidly mature.
Speakers: George Athanasopoulos (CEO, Novibet), George Mamulaishvili (Head of Administration, Georgian Betting Association), Darko Živanov (CEO, MaxBet Group), Radim Haluza (CEO, Entain CEE) and panel moderator Dario Jurčić (CEO, NSoft).
We’ll have an explanation of how a strong position in the region can translate into a solid foundation for international expansion, and the lessons that can be learned from Eastern European pioneers.
Panel – ‘Accessing Africa – Overlocalized or Overrated?’
This panel will focus on the complexities international operators face when entering the region and how they inevitably succeed despite restrictive regulation, technology and political agendas.
Speakers: Sab Jhooti (CEO, Bonmoja), Tyrone Dobbin (Co-Founder, Sportingbet South Africa), Olabimpe Akingba (Executive Secretary, Nigerian Bookmakers Association) and Charles Lee (CEO, Kwiff).
Here, regulatory changes, growth markets in the region, the role of affiliate and local partnerships, and the investments, technology, and strategic partnerships required for successful operations will be explored.
Roundtable sessions on the global iGaming market
Roundtable sessions will facilitate dedicated regional discussions on Spain, Italy, UK, DACH, North America, South America, Africa, India and Asia, among others, and present participants with the opportunity to exchange ideas, strategies and challenges with regional experts.
Other conference tracks on the second day of the agenda include:
- ‘Innovation in Sports Betting‘;
- ‘Innovation in Casino and iGaming’;
- ‘Innovation in Marketing and Media’;
- ‘Innovation in Payments’;
- ‘Innovation in Technology’;
- ‘Player Protection Symposium’.
