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Michael Caselli is a 20+ year iGaming industry veteran and considered one of the world’s leading experts on online gaming. He is a sought-after expert who hosts, chairs, and speaks at international iGaming conferences and has provided insight to international news broadcasts including CNBC, MSNBC and the BBC. In 1998 Michael launched the world’s first daily news website for online casino players. He launched several print magazines in the sector including consumer titles including, Gambling Online Magazine, Gambling.com Magazine and Bluff Magazine. He simultaneously launched the trade magazine iGaming Business and its associated affiliate and regional titles. Michael served as the editor of several of his magazines. Michael’s publishing businesses grew to include trade and consumer conferences and exhibitions including iGaming Affiliate and iGaming LIVE! In 2015 Michael sold his trade publishing and conferencing businesses to Clarion Events.

 Today Michael serves as Chairman of Clarion Gaming, is a director of iGaming Business, is a sector investor and is an advisor for companies in the iGaming space. 

 Michael holds an MBA and it’s thesis was the first academic work concentrating on iGaming. He has been honored by his peers throughout his career for his publications, expertise and contributions. He has been honored as a Leader in Gaming by the Global Gaming Expo, and has been given a lifetime achievement award for Outstanding Contribution to the Industry by SiGMA.

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With close to 20 years in online marketing and web development within the online gambling industry, Valentin Alsen is both a seasoned SEO professional and an online gambling expert. As Co-Founder and Director of SEO at Dilanti Media, he has established the company as a leader in online gambling affiliate marketing. Prior to co-founding Dilanti Media in 2018, Valentin held key positions at respected companies in the online gambling sector. He served as Head of SEO at Catena Media, where he was part of the management team that transformed the company into a prominent online casino affiliate, developing successful SEO strategies for various brands. He also served as SEO Manager at Starfish Media N.V. and was the first SEO Manager at Betsson Group. Throughout his career, he has overseen and developed numerous well-known online gambling properties, including CasinoEuro.com, Betsson.com, BetSafe.com, JohnSlots.com, and AskGamblers.com. His deep understanding of both the online gambling industry and search engine optimization, along with his commitment to staying at the forefront of developments, have solidified his reputation as an authority in the field. Valentin's expertise enables Dilanti Media to provide top value to players, matching them with the best-suited online gambling operators and driving growth for partners.

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Lucy is known as one of the "OG" investors in the UAE. She is focused on the innovation space, both in terms of supporting founders and as an investor. Lucy has garnered a strong reputation as someone who has helped build the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the UAE. Her recently published book, "Changing The Game", highlights the importance of digital technologies (in sectors such as gaming) and its relevance to the future of work. Lucy is an advocate and capacity builder focused on digital transformation as it applies to businesses, as well as the education sector. Her role as Advisor, 2022FemaleAngels and Representative, World Business Angels Investment Forum is both on increasing funding for entrepreneurs, as well as to achieve gender equity in the investment ecosystem in MENA. Lucy is a Linkedin TopVoice and one of CEO Middle East's Influential Women in the Arab World. She has been recognized by Arabian Business as one of 50 Inspiring Female Business Leaders. She is Top 100 Women of the Future and HSBC Middle East featured her as one of 75 outstanding individuals, who have contributed to the UAE’s rise. Lucy sits on the Board of Trustees for The American School of Dubai, as well as the Solidarity Circle, UNHCR. She has been a contributing author for Life on the Move, an anthology of stories about expat life and The Possibilities Project: A Young Person’s Guide to Career Success. She is pleased to be an Ambassador for Women In Games (WIGJ), Advisory Board member, HER Sports Summit and UNIPLAT and a Strategic Advisor #2022FemaleAngels. She has degrees from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management Northwestern University and HK University of Science &Technology, the University of British Columbia and Capilano University.

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Glenn is a seasoned Esports Trading Manager at Betsson with 8 years of experience in the gaming industry. Driven by a passion for esports and competitive gaming, he has witnessed the growth of the esports scene and the dedicated fanbase that surrounds it. At Betsson, Glenn has played a pivotal role in expanding the company's esports offerings and engaging with the community. His contributions have helped solidify Betsson's position as a leading player in the esports betting market.

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Maria Sayapina is a highly accomplished digital marketing leader renowned for her expertise in SEO across diverse industries, including iGaming, Big Data, Finance, Medical, and e-commerce. Currently serving as the Director of Casino at Gamelounge in Malta, Maria has driven remarkable expansions into key markets. With a track record of 70% performance increase in key markets, Maria's strategic acumen extends to advising on product quality and growth plans for mergers and acquisitions. Her leadership roles at Gamelounge and Raketech Group have seen her excel in team management, innovative strategy formulation, and seamless execution, driving substantial user acquisition, engagement, and revenue growth.

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Jordan Belfort is an American author, motivational speaker, and former stockbroker. He was born in 1962 and is best known for his memoir "The Wolf of Wall Street," which details his rise and fall as a stockbroker in the late 1980s and early 1990s. "The Wolf of Wall Street" pursued his career as a motivational speaker.

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Clinton is a seasoned technology expert with extensive experience in information technology, affiliate marketing, and leadership. For the past six years, Clinton has served as a C-level executive at two affiliate marketing firms, where, as Chief Technology Officer, he was instrumental in defining the company's technological direction and strategy. With over 25 years in the tech industry and more than a decade in affiliate marketing, Clinton has a proven track record of leading successful technology projects and fostering innovation within the organisations he has been part of. He holds a Master's degree in Information Security from the University of London, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and AI from the University of Malta, a Diploma in Leadership and Management (ILM), and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA ISACA). Additionally, he has pursued further certifications to keep abreast of emerging technologies. Currently, Clinton is reading a Master’s degree in Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship at the University of Malta. Clinton is renowned for his strategic thinking, execution skills, analytical capabilities, and proficiency in converting complex technical ideas into practical business strategies. Apart from his technical expertise, he is also a respected leader and mentor in the tech and iGaming sectors. He regularly engages in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities, where he shares his knowledge and insights with peers and upcoming professionals.

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Alexander Martin is an expert and veteran in the gambling industry. Today he is advisor and NED of gambling companies after he sold as CEO SKS365 Malta Ltd. to Lottomatica in April 2024. Alexander joined SKS365 as CEO in December 2019, responsible for leading SKS365 Malta Ltd.. The flag ship brand PlanetWin365 is an online led omni-channel sports betting and gambling company with 1000 shops. With a clear vision, mission and strategy seen tremendous by continuous improvement of customer, product, and employee experience. While growing PlanetWin365 the business added PlanetPay365 and PlanetSpin365. Before Alexander was Executive Board Member at the Gauselmann AG leading sports betting retail and online both B2B and B2C; igaming business both B2B and B2C; EMI and PSP services; and coin handling machine business. From 1999-2014, Alexander, was part of leadership team of top management consulting firm Kearney GmbH focusing on the Digital Transformation of companies in various industries across the globe esp. in High-tech, software, hardware, retail, consumer goods, financial institutions and in the process industry.

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Susan Breen is a Partner in Mishcon de Reya’s top-ranked Betting & Gaming Group. Susan’s practice spans both corporate and M&A, as well as regulatory and commercial advice with over 25 years’ experience acting for gambling industry clients. A particular strength of Susan’s practice is her ability to blend her corporate knowledge with regulatory, infrastructure, and compliance advice to many of the industry’s leading operators, service providers and business owners both in the UK and internationally.

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Robert Dowling has been in this business for a long time and is a well-known face. He has worked with some of the biggest and best industry veterans and has kept his own style of being very honest. Dowling has a great track record and a lot of experience in the entertainment and gaming industries. Additionally, Rob used to run some of Europe's best-known entertainment brands. Ten years ago, he decided to move into the online world and hasn't looked back since. He has mostly worked in B2B platform sales, but he has also led teams in Casino, Sportsbook, and Payments to grow their businesses around the world. Finally, Rob is now in charge of the sales team at GlobalBet, where he is planning to take this "epic" brand into new regulated markets in all parts of the world.

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Daniel Finkler is the CEO and Co-Founder of Berlin International Gaming (BIG), one of the most successful and far-reaching esports organizations in Germany. Since its founding in 2017, BIG has developed into one of the leading organizations in international esports, backed by a strong fan culture. The Berlin-based organization now employs over 50 people and has expanded its business into areas beyond esports operations, including event management, merchandise, consulting, and bootcamp services. Today, BIG’s top partners include global brands such as Red Bull, Logitech, Pizza Hut, Acer, Volvic, and Philips.

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Ivana Flynn, SEO with 16 year of experience, an author of the original test of the SEO value of follow/nofollow links, well experienced and enthusiastic internet marketer and SEO consultant, achieving great success with clients across several industries. Ivana has been working with iGaming for 9 years now, she is a well seasoned conference speaker and SEO evangelist. She has spoken in all of the important industry conferences and is a 2x Brighton SEO speaker. Ivana has been featured in several popular podcasts such as 'Majestic', 'SimilarWeb', 'I hate SEO' and many more where she shared her SEO and marketing expertise. She is a co-founder of a growing YT channel 'The SEO Club' and loves speaking at conferences about SEO and marketing.

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Lior Aizik, COO of XBO.com, is a seasoned leader in the cryptocurrency and fintech sectors, with over a decade of experience driving innovation and growth in financial services. As a co-founder of XBO.com, Lior has been at the forefront of developing user-friendly cryptocurrency exchange platforms that aim to make crypto accessible to everyone. His extensive background includes spearheading product development and operations for various companies, where he has successfully led teams in creating cutting-edge financial solutions, including payment gateways and trading systems. Before joining XBO.com, Lior held pivotal roles at industry leaders in the Algotrading and Gaming industry, where he honed his expertise in payment solutions, UX, product management, and trading operation. His career is marked by a deep commitment to leveraging technology to simplify financial processes, ensuring secure and seamless experiences for users. Lior's mission is to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the emerging world of digital currencies. His vision is to create a financial ecosystem where cryptocurrencies are not only a viable alternative but a preferred choice for global transactions. At SiGMA Europe, Lior will share insights on the current opportunities and challenges in the cryptocurrency landscape, drawing from his experience and hands-on approach.

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Wei See brings two decades of IT experience, half of which were dedicated to cybersecurity. She's been serving major corporations like HP, Oracle, F5, and Microsoft. Currently leading APAC Sales at Group-IB from Singapore, she's known for driving top-tier sales teams for the past decade.

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