Visit the Racing Post Café (Stand N1) at Betting on Sports 2017
We are now less than 3 weeks away from the Betting on Sports Conference 2017 at Kensington Olympia. The Racing Post B2B team will be in attendance at the Racing Post Café so feel free to come over and say hello at stand N1. Also be sure not miss the talk analysing the media rights impact on horse racing moderated by Bruce Millington, Racing Post Editor, who will be joined by Bill Barber, Industry Editor, from 11:30am on the Wednesday.
Super seven – why you have to be at Betting on Sports 2017 #boscon2017
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:
1) 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. Betting on Sports is organised by SBC Events, part of the SBC Global group of companies, which works with industry leaders to develop the sports and sports betting industries. Services include news coverage, knowledge creation, marketing and product consultancy, conferences, seminars and industry awards.
Key Questions:
PLAY’n GO are one of 2 official sponsors for the official Wednesday night networking party at Altitude 360 (https://www.altitudelondon.com/london-venues/altitude-360/)
They have provided answers to 3 key questions posed by the Racing Post in the lead up to BOS 2017.
1. What are the biggest factors affecting the industry at the moment?Increased competition across all sectors of the industry (Sportsbook, Casino, Poker, Virtual Sports) is as fierce as it has ever been. Whether you’re a supplier of games, a platform provider or work as an operator; it’s vital your business continues to develop and progress in order to keep up with the continually evolving market trends.2. Where do you see the biggest opportunities over the next year?Progressive regulation has been very encouraging in recent years, we are starting to see previously wary jurisdictions realising the benefits of a well-managed and fair gaming industry and I hope this continues. I believe establishing a responsible approach to newly-regulated territories is key to the future health of the sector as it looks to reach wider audiences and new demographics.3. What has been the best innovation you’ve seen in the industry?I started within the industry just as online gaming was taking off and it’s been interesting to follow the steady transfer of focus to the mobile arena. The goalposts have shifted in terms of product development, with multi-channel compatibility becoming so important to the industry nowadays. A strong mobile focus is a sign of the times as it’s now so important to offer players the opportunity to bet when they want and where they want.