The numbers of the eSports congress
The World Congress of Gambling in eSports, held on August 18 and 19, was attended by 266 attendees, 26 speakers and panelists in intense sessions, developed in strict compliance with biosafety protocols.
Participating countries
The balance of visitors by countries indicates that 23 nations were represented at the first face-to-face fair after the forced 18-month recess. Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Spain, Armenia, Russia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Switzerland, Venezuela, Panama, the United States, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, the Philippines, Sweden, Uruguay, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Malta and Chile.
The exhibition and visitors
The registration report shows that 607 people entered the Cartagena de Indias Convention Center, in the exhibition areas, both in the San Francisco Esplanade and in the Barahona Great Hall during the two (2) days of the event.
An absolute novelty was the night exhibition, the design, the construction of the stands and the lighting by City Group Arquitectura, as well as the logistics of access and controlled capacity through QR codes for each attendee.
Testimonials
Cristina Quintero, Commercial Manager of Golden Gaming SAS, a WinSystems machine distribution company, affirms: “The event was great, we made good sales, important sales. We were full of public at all times. Even before the salon was open to the public, there were customers lining up to be served. The truth is that we did not expect this result. We wanted to give the casino sector a piece of tranquility and make a presence in Cartagena, but what we experienced far exceeded expectations. We are extremely pleased to have taken the lead as land-based exhibitors at GAT Expo 2021; without a doubt it was the best decision."
Paulo Nova, CTO of Caleta Gaming commented: “Caleta Gaming participated in the event to increase networking, contact Colombian operators and create new business opportunities, the event even exceeded our expectations. We return with a lot of experience and an increasingly solid relationship with some clients and partners. Without a doubt, the face-to-face events came back with a lot of energy, I think everyone longed for this type of meeting. All the people I contacted were very happy to be there. In addition, part of the event was held outdoors, which further contributed to health and safety protocols."
María Diachkova, Account Manager of EvenBet Gaming, says: "The incredible exhibition made it possible to learn more about iGaming in Latin America, meet the main operators and game providers personally. In addition, I am impressed with all the speeches of the participants of the conference, and the updated analysis of the market and services. For me personally, GAT has become an incentive for a new stage in my professional life. The organizers made a great event that we had all missed during the pandemic."
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of 3A Producciones assures: “GAT Expo has given a breath and new strength to the gaming industry in LATAM. The greatest achievement is the dynamics that it contributed to the B2B commercial activity with important content in digital transformation. It obliges me to make a special recognition to the delegation of the Directorate of Games and Raffles of the Government of Mexico, headed by Maestra Alma Itzel De Lira Castillo and the President of Coljuegos, César Valencia Galiano, as well as John Jairo Altamiranda, Commercial Vice President of the Colombian regulatory entity, who released strong figures on the exponential growth of online legal gambling in the country.”
“On behalf of the organization we thank Softgamings, Premium Sponsor, BetPlay, Platinum Sponsor, WorldMatch, VIP Sponsor, Rivalo, Gold Sponsor, BtoBet, Silver Sponsor and Golden Race and Mobadoo, Digital Sponsors and all our exhibitors for their trust, despite uncertainty. Also to our Geekcity allies, who are so knowledgeable about eSports and its upcoming developments. Likewise, I highlight the work of Nueve Producciones in the streaming broadcast of the event," Aguirre concluded.
Next GAT Showroom Bogotá event
3A Producciones announces its next event for September 29 at the Sheraton Hotel in Bogotá. It will be the opportunity for a face-to-face business meeting in the capital of Colombia. Given the number of companies with offices and representation in said jurisdiction, the presence of land-based and online companies that will share equipment exhibition, conferences and networking is expected.
Source: GMB / GAT Expo
