Set for October 29-31 at its established grand venue, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Miami, the event will transform into an exciting new launch next year with SBC Summit Americas, adopting a dual focus on both North American and Latin American markets.
To ensure a comprehensive experience, the event will cover markets such as Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Perú, Venezuela, Chile, Ecuador, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Brazil, Paraguay, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panamá, Uruguay and Puerto Rico. It will bring together leading regional and global operators, affiliates, sports teams and leagues, game studios and regulatory bodies.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO & Founder of SBC, said: “Over the last few years, the region has emerged as a dominant force within the industry; it has been incredible to witness this remarkable growth.
“This year, you can expect even more influential speakers, informative educational content and exciting networking parties."
The exhibition floor will host 70 brands, providing delegates with access to the latest technologies and hottest releases and services in the industry. Leading brands confirmed to showcase include Aviatrix, Better Collective, BetConstruct, Blokotech, Digitain, Greco, IGP, KeyAffiliates, Largo Sports, Pragmatic Play, Salsa Technology, Sportingtech, Wazdan, and many more.
Networking will feature prominently on the show floor with dedicated lounges and bars. Moreover, there will be daytime industry meet-ups such as the Global Gaming Women Breakfast Meetup, Tribal Gaming Breakfast, Brazil Meet-Up, and multiple drink receptions.
The conference program will feature 200 of the industry’s brightest minds as they impart their wisdom across six dedicated conference tracks.
During the Leaders track, discussions will encompass achieving regulatory cohesion, leveraging technology for responsible gaming, and exploring cross-border regulatory alignment to ensure sustainable growth and player protection in the region.
The Sports Betting & Media track will explore topics such as how Brazil-based operators can differentiate themselves in a competitive market, key takeaways from the 2024 Copa America, and the future of commercial partnerships for Latin American football.
Those following the Affiliates & Advertising track can anticipate insights into localized marketing methods, strategic approaches to enhancing player acquisition and utilizing social platforms and influencers to enhance responsible marketing.
The Emerging Markets & Technology track will center on key emerging markets like Peru and Chile, feature roundtable sessions on pivotal LATAM markets, and illuminate technologies driving growth in the region.
The Lotteries, Casino & iGaming track examines the latest advancements affecting these established verticals, focusing on the impact of video games on casinos, the digitization of lotteries, and the convergence of iGaming, sports betting, and land-based industries.
The Payments & Compliance track will feature discussions on the evolving payment and regulatory landscape, delving into the essential partnership between operators and payment providers and how digital identification can aid operators in combating fraud.
Experts set to appear across the summit include Florencia Brancato (Global Head of Markets, Pinnacle), Seth Schorr (CEO, Fifth Street Gaming), Erick Sapién (Director, Gana 777), João Gerçossimo (CEO, EstrelaBet), Martín García Santillan (Presidente, Loteria de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires (LOTBA)), Elizabeth Maya Cano (Presidente, Cornazar), Sebastián Salazar (CEO, Estelar Bet), amongst others.
Enhancing the summit experience, dedicated evening networking events will provide opportunities to reconnect with industry peers and engage with top leaders. Events include the Official Opening Party at Daer Day Club ( October 29), the Official Networking Party ( October 30), and the Official Spooky Closing Party at Entice in the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (October 31st).
