Sigma Europe Returns: Here Are 7 Notable Event Features to Look Forward To
Gear Up for SiGMA Europe 2023: Your Ultimate Guide to the Show-Stopping Event
SiGMA Europe, the granddaddy of all conferences, is making a triumphant return to the beautiful island of Malta! This year's event promises a stellar lineup of industry-leading minds, endless networking opportunities, and a plethora of engaging activities designed to make every delegate feel like a VIP.
Beyond the goldmine of insights and knowledge shared by industry titans, SiGMA is committed to nurturing connections among attendees. Here's a sneak peek of what awaits at this year's hotly anticipated summit.
Ikigai Retreat: Exclusive and Invigorating
The Ikigai Retreat is an exclusive event for top-tier investors and high-ranking executives. Held at the luxurious Phoenicia Malta on 11 November, this retreat will showcase Ikigai’s groundbreaking projects and an elect group of influential participants.
The intimate setting and narrow focus of the Ikigai Retreat create an ideal atmosphere for building life-long relationships and generating revolutionary ideas. Attendees will delve deep into Ikigai’s innovative initiatives, learn from emerging trends, and explore potential partnerships that could reshape the industry landscape.
Culturally Rich Adventures
The SiGMA Europe team is set to shine a spotlight on Malta, a leader in the iGaming sector, by offering an exciting collection of culturally enriching activities for attendees on 11 November, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Premium and platinum ticket holders will be treated to a series of curated experiences that reveal Malta's rich cultural legacy.
Last year's cultural adventures featured a Land and Sea tour of Valletta, the stunning capital of Malta and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This year's offerings promise to be equally fascinating and memorable. Stay tuned for additional details on these extraordinary experiences.
Thought-Provoking Workshops
11 November is jam-packed with insightful workshops led by esteemed industry gurus, including Martin Oelbermann, B2B Marketing expert; Jaguar-Adva Gal, CEO of Jaguar Reg&Comp; Floris Assies, Founder & CEO of Better World Casinos; Dr. Jane Thomason, Emeritus Chair at the World Metaverse Council; and many more.
Attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the latest trends, gather new insights, and network with fellow industry pros through various workshops:
- Africa Pulse Workshop by iGaming AFRIKA
- Mastering B2B Workshop
- Italian Market Workshop
- Gaming M&A Tactics & Techniques Workshop
- ESG Workshop: Defining the Destination
- Masterclass on Gaming and Mental Health
- Mastering B2B: Marketing Benchmark Secrets & Success for 2025
These sessions will arm attendees with the tools and strategies needed to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving gaming industry.
SiGMA Europe B2B and B2C Awards: Recognizing Excellence
The SiGMA Europe B2B Awards will take place on 11 November, with a star-studded ceremony honoring excellence across 22 categories in the gaming industry. Sportradar walked away with the prestigious Best Virtual Sports Provider award last year, and this year is shaping up to be just as competitive.
Following the B2B Awards on 11 November, the SiGMA Europe B2C Awards will take center stage on 12 November. This ceremony celebrates the exceptional achievements of individuals and companies in the iGaming sector, with a focus on the Business-to-Consumer (B2C) market.
Last year, Haddzy was recognized as the Most Innovative Streamer of the Year, while G.Partners secured the title of Best Affiliate Network. This year, the race to the top is sure to be fierce, as fresh contenders vie for recognition.
Networking Opportunities: Connect and Collaborate
SiGMA is renowned for its elite networking events, the iGatherings. These intimate gatherings are designed to connect professionals across various iGaming sectors and are open exclusively to Premium and Platinum ticket holders. The iGatherings offer a unique platform to engage with like-minded individuals, explore industry trends, and foster valuable connections.
Four specialized iGatherings are scheduled for SiGMA Europe:
- Product iGatherings: For game providers, product and casino managers, sound engineers, mathematicians, and platform providers.
- Affiliate-Operator iGatherings: For affiliates, Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs), and affiliate managers.
- Payments & B2B iGatherings: For payment providers, Chief Payments Officers, Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs), and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) from casino and sports betting brands.
- Compliance iGatherings: For Chief Strategy Officers (CSPs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), regulators, data centres, license providers, law firms, and C-level executives responsible for legal and compliance in the gaming industry.
These targeted gatherings provide attendees with the chance to network with professionals from their specific areas of interest, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the iGaming community.
SiGMA Europe Pitch: A Platform for Emerging Talent
The SiGMA Startup Pitch is set to return on 12 November, marking Day 2 of the SiGMA Europe summit. This thrilling pitch competition offers a golden opportunity for budding startups to mingle with investors, venture capitalists, and industry experts.
As a mainstay of every SiGMA summit, the Startup Pitch competition provides startups with the chance to showcase their trailblazing ideas and secure potential funding. From a pool of applicants, only six finalists, selected by esteemed judges, will have the chance to present their ideas live on stage. All finalists will reap the benefits of exposure to investors, new partners, and collaborators, but only the winner will earn SiGMA's endorsement through its digital and print platforms.
In the past SiGMA Europe summit, 8BIT Gaming emerged victorious. With even stronger competition this year, the next generation of innovative minds is set to make their mark.
The 10-Year Anniversary Party: A Night to Remember
From SiGMA Eurasia to Africa, the Americas, Asia, East Europe, and Europe, SiGMA has a long-standing reputation for unforgettable parties. These events bring delegates together for fun-filled evenings of music, mingling, and making memories. But this year, SiGMA is elevating the party experience to commemorate a decade of success.
SiGMA Europe will host a grand anniversary party on Day 2 of the summit, 12 November. This spectacular event will celebrate its ten years in the industry with a lineup of world-renowned DJs, including the legendary DJ Diass, whose energetic sets have captivated global audiences. This will be a night of electrifying music, exuberant dancing, and collective celebration.
As SiGMA continues to revolutionize the iGaming industry, this milestone demands to be celebrated. With like-minded professionals gathering to celebrate the past and look towards the future,SiGMA Europe is shaping up to be an event not to be missed.
- Innovation and Exclusivity Combined: The Ikigai Retreat, an exclusive event for top-tier investors and executives, will showcase Ikigai’s revolutionary projects at the luxurious Phoenicia Malta on 11 November, fostering an environment for building life-long relationships and generating groundbreaking ideas within the gaming industry.
- Glimpses of Malta’s Rich Heritage: SiGMA Europe team is planning a series of culturally enriching activities for attendees on 11 November, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, including exploring Malta's stunning capital, Valletta—a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- In-depth Workshops: Esteemed industry experts will lead insightful workshops on 11 November, focusing on cutting-edge trends and strategies for the gaming industry, such as the Masterclass on Gaming and Mental Health, the ESG Workshop, and Mastering B2B Marketing Benchmark Secrets & Success for 2025.
- Recognizing Excellence in the Gaming Industry: The SiGMA Europe B2B Awards will honor top performers in various categories on 11 November, followed by the SiGMA Europe B2C Awards on 12 November, which recognize outstanding achievements in the iGaming sector, with a focus on the Business-to-Consumer (B2C) market.
- Elite Networking Opportunities: SiGMA’s exclusive iGatherings, for Premium and Platinum ticket holders, provide a unique platform to engage professionals across various iGaming sectors, such as Compliance, Payments & B2B, Affiliate-Operator, and Product—empowering valuable connections and knowledge sharing within the industry.
- Platform for Emerging Talent: The SiGMA Startup Pitch, scheduled for 12 November, offers emerging startups an opportunity to present their innovative ideas to investors, venture capitalists, and industry experts, with the potential of securing SiGMA’s endorsement through digital and print platforms.
As SiGMA prepares to celebrate its ten-year anniversary, the upcoming summit promises to deliver an electrifying lineup of events, honor groundbreaking achievements in the gaming industry, and connect professionals to foster collaboration and innovation for the future of the iGaming sector.
