The third edition of G&M Events Spain is approaching, an appointment that has earned a privileged place among the most attractive meetings in the gaming industry in the European spring. A fantastic weather, a visually beautiful space, ideal for relaxation, networking and direct and personal connection, and a special business hub for the sector in Europe, which connects Spain, Portugal, Ceuta and Melilla, Africa and Gibraltar, all markets with a notable presence of gaming companies.
Those are the characteristics of this reunion that promises the perfect combination of business and leisure. The third edition will take place on Wednesday, April 3rd and Thursday, April 4th, 2024, at the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque, in Cadiz, with more than one hundred operators from Europe, Latin America and Africa.
In addition to interesting panels with important speakers, there will be delicious food and drinks, and a fabulous catamaran tour through the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
To answer all the questions about this unique event in the industry, we share here the main aspects of this 2024 G&M Events Spain.
When will it be done?
It will be on Wednesday, April 3rd and Thursday, April 4th, 2024.
Where will it be done?
It will take place at the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque, located at Carretera Cadiz-Malaga, Km 124, 11360 San Roque, Cadiz, Spain. The coordinates of the place are as follows: 36.230405776684314, -5.358263059674746. The conferences will be held steps from the Admiral Casino, in the Admiral Arena.
What accommodation places are available?
Participants can stay at the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque. To reserve rooms, you must write to reservas@sanroquehotel.com and comment that you will be attending G&M Events Spain. Another option is the NH Campo de Gibraltar Hotel. It is located at C. Brujula, 27, 11379 Los Barrios, Cadiz, Spain, with coordinates 36.188487724481895, -5.432607230686779. It is 10 km away from the event, about 11 minutes by car.
What are the closest airports to the event location?
The Admiral San Roque is located 90 minutes by car from Malaga Airport, 15 minutes from Gibraltar (it is recommended to travel from London, England, to this point) and 30 minutes from Marbella.
Is the golf tournament going to be held at La Hacienda Alcaidesa Links Golf Resort like last year?
No. The first day there will be other activities.
What will the activities on the first day consist of?
On Wednesday, April 3rd, there will be time to relax, network and enjoy an unforgettable trip along the Mediterranean Sea. Participants will board the Grand Catamaran, departing from the Port of Estepona at 3:30 p.m. (Estepona Catamarans, in the Puerto Deportivo de Estepona, located in Torre de Control, 29680 Estepona, Malaga, Spain, with coordinates 36.4167254705949, -5.158471769313221). During the trip, you will enjoy an open bar of drinks and a delicious barbecue. By the way, those who need transportation back to the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque once the activity is over (8:30 p.m.) will have the organization’s minibus service. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and a coat.
What happens if I don’t go the first day or don’t make it to the catamaran ride?
At the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque, there are spaces to enjoy food and drinks, and to network, as well as to arrange business meetings.
What happens if it rains?
Although this is uncommon on the so-called ‘Costa del Sol,’ in case of rain on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024, round tables, and business meetings will be held in the Admiral’s under roof space. The activities on Thursday, April 4, 2024 are in a closed space. If it rains during the closing party, it will also be held indoors.
What will the activities on the second day be about?
At 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 4th, 2024, registration of attendees will begin at the Admiral Arena. The first panel will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. under the theme ‘Novelties of the gaming industry in Spain.’ The next panel (12:00 to 1:00 p.m.) will be titled ‘WC Marketing. New technologies in the gaming industry.’ After a fresh and varied lunch (1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.) in the dining room of the Admiral Hotel, the afternoon talks will come. There will be ‘Opportunities and challenges of the Brazilian gaming market’ (3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.); ‘Future trends and strategic expansion of online gaming in Africa’ (in English, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.), and ‘The advancement of regulations and the role of operators and suppliers in Latin American gaming markets’ (5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.). From 7:00 p.m., there will be a great closing party around the Admiral pool, with Spanish paella and drinks.
What differentiating characteristics do the panels have?
Attendees will have time to ask the panelists questions, as well as give their opinions, share experiences and exchange ideas, thus establishing a more fruitful and profitable dialogue.
I am an executive of a gaming operator/association/regulator. How can I participate?
In these cases, entry is free of charge. You must register with your details as soon as possible at this link.
I am a representative of a gaming provider. Is entry free of charge for me too?
No. Gaming providers can participate as sponsors or pay an entry ticket. For more information, please contact Sebastian Luna at sebastian@g-mnews.com. Confirmed sponsors are, among others, Vibra Gaming, Alea, Amusnet, Rubyplay, HAMEvent, and Highbet.
Who will attend?
The main players in land-based and online gaming in Spain, as well as representatives from Ceuta and Melilla, operators and suppliers from LatAm and Africa.
Why should I attend?
It is the third edition of this event in Spain, with proven success in its agenda and the quality of its attendees. You will also have direct access to a large number of operators in Europe, LatAm and Africa. Besides, you will learn and share your thoughts during panels by industry experts on various topics of interest and will have the chance to take advantage of business opportunities. Delicious meals and drinks prepared by the most renowned chefs and bartenders will also be available.
What happens if I am vegan or vegetarian? What happens if I don’t drink alcohol?
Both the lunch and dinner menus on Thursday, April 4th, 2024, include these options. Please, if you have any dietary requirements, write to Sebastian Luna at sebastian@g-mnews.com.
Until when can I confirm my attendance?
There are few places available, so it is suggested that confirmation be made as soon as possible. You can confirm your attendance by registering at this link (if you are an operator) or by contacting Sebastian Luna at sebastian@g-mnews.com (if you are a supplier).
2024 G&M EVENTS SPAIN AGENDA
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024
15:30 – 20:30
Trip through the Mediterranean Sea on a catamaran. Get ready to enjoy the sunset on a majestic cruise. Includes BBQ and open bar.
Thursday April 4th, 2024
10:00 – 11:00 Registration of attendees
11:00 – 12:00 Novelties from the gaming industry in Spain.
Panelists:
- Enrique Reyes Rodriguez (Managing Director of the Autonomous Body of Tax Services of Ceuta, OASTCE)
- Jesus Martinez Garcia (General Director of Technological Innovation of the Government of the Autonomous City of Melilla)
- Sofia Garcia (Lawyer at the Asensi Abogados firm)
Moderator: Aurora Merino Salas (CEO at Asensi Technologies)
12:00 – 13:00 Marketing WC. New technologies in the gaming industry.
Panelists:
- Luis Alberto Lopez Acuña (CEO at Highbet)
- Julen Elizari (Founder and CEO at DeQuéBuzz)
- Samantha Asensi (Online gaming consultant in LatAm at SamanthaAsensi.com)
Moderator: Jordi Sendra (CEO at Alea)
13:00 – 15:00 Lunch
15:00 – 16:00 Opportunities and challenges of the Brazilian gaming market.
Panelists:
- Esther Amores (Head of Games at EstrelaBet)
- Thiago Paulo (Marketing Director at VemBetar)
Moderator: Lucas Lebleu (Senior Director of Business Development at Alea)
16:00 – 17:00 Future trends and strategic expansion of online gaming in Africa (in English).
Moderator: Hamza Afifi (Founder of HAMEvent)
17:00 – 18:00 The advancement of regulations and the role of operators and suppliers in Latin American gaming markets.
Panelists:
- Ramiro Atucha (CEO at Vibra Gaming)
- Antonio Maximiliano Ayala (Administration and Product Development Manager at Casino Magic Neuquen, Argentina)
- Ricardo Solano Delgado (lawyer specialized in the gaming sector and president of Remote Gaming and Sports Betting Operators -OJADA- of Peru)
Moderator: Georges Didier Flores (Regional Director for Latin America at GLI)
19:00 – 22:00 Closing party with Spanish paella and drinks in the open area of the Admiral Casino & Lodge San Roque pool