Super seven – why you have to be at Betting on Sports 2017
August 16, 2017
Betting on Sports 2017, the second edition of the largest international sports and betting trade conference will take place at Olympia Conference Centre from 12-15 September.
Featuring 1,200 senior executives, 165 leading industry speakers, 44 key sessions across eight conference tracks and space for 60 exhibitors within the exhibition area, #boscon2017 has become a must-attend event for the entire sports betting sector.
Here are just seven of the key reasons why missing this event is not an option:
- Take advantage of a full industry gathering
With no fewer than 1,200 senior executives, Betting on Sports has grown into the most senior attended event in the gaming industry. From the leading operators to the largest sportsbook affiliates, key suppliers and sports clubs, everyone will be gathered in one place. This is a unique opportunity to form new business partnerships and re-ignite existing industry relationships.
Mr Green CEO Jesper Kaarbrink said: “SBC Events are here to stay. Great networking and seminar focus. With a focus on sports betting, the exhibition was also very targeted and you basically found something interesting in every booth. Also very impressed with the high number of attendees making it possible to have a lot of productive meetings in just two days.”
2) Enjoy an unrivalled source of industry expertise
SBC Events has guaranteed that all delegates will learn from the best and brightest across the sports and sports betting industries by organising eight conference tracks, featuring a massive 165 speakers across 44 sessions. Here is just a small sample of those lined up for the event:
- Pinnacle CEO Paris Smith
- Sky Betting & Gaming CEO Richard Flint
- British Horseracing Authority CEO Nick Rust
- Danske Spil Head of Sportsbook Jens Nielsen
- XL Media CEO Ory Weihs
- Better Collective CEO Jesper Soegaard
- Unikrn CEO Rahul Sood
- Ladbrokes Coral Director of Player Protection Graham Weir
- Mybet CEO Markus Peuler
- BetBright CEO Marcus Brennan
- BetStars Managing Director Zeno Ossko
- Superbet Group Director Jamie Hart
- Matchbook CEO Mark Brosnan
3) Experience world class hospitality at Olympia
Not only will there will be a lively networking and exhibition area, sat alongside the running of three simultaneous conference tracks, but food and refreshments are complimentary for all delegates. Golden Race is introducing the Alpine Bar with beers and schnapps, and Grind Coffee Society, one of London’s leading coffee roasters, will be serving coffee in the OPTIMA coffee bar area. There will also be draft beer at the Racing Post cafe, and engaging digital game competitions from the likes of Digital Fuel and Millennial Esports in the Esports area.
4) Discover new ideas and products
Stay up to date with the latest industry products in the exhibition area, which is ready and waiting to host 60 of the leading companies in the sports betting space, including 22 first time exhibitors for an SBC-organised event. The 1,768 sqm space will also feature allocated networking areas and meeting rooms, along with pre-organised esports and sports related competitions.
Lee-Ann Johnstone, Digital Marketing Expert at Best Odds Marketing, added: “If you are in the sports industry and you want to get ahead with your business, find the latest trends and learn about regulation in this space, get yourself a ticket. The networking is great too. Highly recommended.”
5) Party at some of London’s most spectacular venues
The world class Altitude 360, located on the 29th floor of Westminster’s tallest building, has been selected as the host venue for the official networking party on Wednesday 13th September for its 360-degree view of the UK’s capital city, renowned party atmosphere and a layout designed to maximise networking and business opportunities.
Under the Bridge, a famous club below Stamford Bridge at Chelsea FC is the venue for the closing party on Thursday 14th September. Roman Abramovich’s favourite London venue was recently refurbished for £30 million.
6) Set up one-on-one meetings via the event app
It promises to be an action-packed week, but you can plan your time in the best way via the official Betting on Sports event app, available via iOS and Android.
There is no need to chase people up if you’ve set aside meeting times and places with the right people for your business, all from your mobile phone. You can even check up on the conference schedule and delegates, along with a full list of sponsors and exhibitors.
7) One price fits all
Once you have paid for your conference ticket, everything is free! This includes breakfast, lunch, exhibition, conference sessions, networking drinks, networking events and the parties.
SBC Events has deliberately kept ticket costs low considering the value provided by the 165 speakers and 44 sessions, along with the scale of the exhibition area, networking focus and business opportunities.
Right now, tickets for the event are available at a fantastic 25% Group Discount, when buying 3 or more – you can get them HERE.
