Barcelona Affiliate Conference Thread

Another Update for everyone below – Highlights include VIP tables, new exhibitors, networking tool and app, the MD of LCG and a beach party!

Free Networking Tool & Smartphone App
The Portal and App combine to enable you to plan your time, set up meetings, make conference session selections and network with other delegates on the move, whether at work, on the train or at the event itself. Click here to download.

Bored of the Same Old Faces? Who’s New at BAC
Meeting your affiliate manager face to face is an invaluable experience. And as important as it is to meet current business partners, meeting just one new affiliate program can make all the difference. For this reason we’ve put together a few ‘new exhibitor’ highlights to help you plan your time ahead of the event.

VIP Tables Available for Saturday night
Following the popularity of our VIP packages at previous networking parties, we are pleased to announce we have a number of VIP tables, which include drinks, available at the Saturday night party at Elephant. To find out how you can be a VIP at BAC click here.

Highlight: Managing Director, London Capital Group
Having acted in a consultancy capacity for the company, Simon Brown was appointed Managing Director in July 2007. Simon has over 20 years widespread experience in the industry and founded the first white label spread betting business in the United Kingdom.

Beach Bar Venue Confirmed for Sunday Session
Tucked away on Barceloneta beach seafront, Intertops have rented the charming little bar Santa Marta for the Sunday afternoon. The perfect setting for playing some beach football or simply lounging on the sea-front terrace collecting those last minute business cards. Click here for details.

Hey guys – As you know this year we are running our Spanish language focused event within BAC with its own dedicated conference track and expo zone – As such below are some of the expert speakers that will be at iGB Espana to give you a taster. To view the full list of speakers click here.

Daniel Padilla: CEO, Empire Option
Staff from leading binary options platform EmpireOption.com, will be discussing this new phenomenon within the online affiliate industry at this year´s BAC & IGB España conference. Daniel Padilla (CEO at Empire Option) will be exposing the highly attractive features of binary options for traditional gaming operators and affiliates alike, and why this a market to watch closely.. Click here to read more about Daniel.

Julian Dellipiani: Marketing Manager, GTECHG2
Julian has worked in the Gaming industry for over 12 years. He first started at Ladbrokes in the year 2000 whilst undertaking a degree in Business Marketing at Cardiff University, following on to becoming a football trader, In-running trader at Bwin, Sportsbook Affiliate Manager at Betfred, Head of Affiliates at Victor Chandler and recently, Marketing Manager for Spain at Gtech G2. To read more about Julian click here.

David Martinez: Affiliate & VIP Manager, cirsa.es
David Martinez is currently the Affiliate & VIP Manager at cirsa.es, the leading Spanish multinational company. He was born in Lion and graducated from the University Francisco de Vitoria in Madrid. He is an expert poker player, online and in person, and encourages synergy between the two modalities. David certainly brings a breath of fresh air to the industry, trying to develop new ways of expanding in the online world. To read more about David click here.

Sacha Michaud: General Manager, Betfair Iberia y Presidente de Jdigital
A seasoned Internet entrepreneur, Sacha Michaud has founded a number of successful internet companies, including Inlander Communications (an e-business consulting firm – sold in 1999) and Latinred (the largest Spanish speaking Internet community, sold in 1999 to Nasdaq traded StarMedia Networks, Inc.). Since 2005, he has been General Manager of Betfair Iberia and is responsible for growing the company in the Spanish and Portuguese markets. To read more about Sacha click here.

Santiago Asensi: Partner, Asensi Abogados
Santiago Asensi is a specialised lawyer in Gaming Law, partner of Asensi Abogados, with offices in Madrid and Mallorca. Amongst his clients are gaming jurisdictions, slot manufacturers, software providers, online operators of bookmakers, casinos, bingos and skill games, whose interests are located in Spain, the rest of Europe and Latin America. Santiago is General Member for Spain of the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL).

iGB Espana 2012 will help you:

• Reach 400+ million Hispanic speakers
• Secure your brand presence
• Plan your entry strategy into this lucrative market
• Network and partner with key stakeholders
• Maximise your marketing with our informative conference sessions
• Brainstorm with expert speakers
• Gain valuable insights into what really drives revenue
• Get Business ROI in our networking events: from evening drinks to networking lunches
• Review new and existing opportunities in Spain and Latin America

Don’t miss out. Put the 11-14th October in your diary and register today.

More updates for BAC – Below – VIP tables, SEO clinics, an interview with Gian, free wifi and where do our delegates actually come from?

Free Wi-Fi For Every Delegate! Thank-you 24option
With the free lunches, a free bar and a free networking app I bet that you didn’t think that it could get any better. But because BAC 2012 is the affiliate conference that keeps on giving – we have one more thing that you will get for free! Wi-Fi. Yes, you read that right! Thanks to 24option every delegate will get free Wi-F. Click here to find out more.

VIP Tables Available for Thursday and Saturday Night
Following the popularity of our VIP packages at previous networking parties, we are pleased to announce we have a number of VIP tables which are available for purchase at Club Astoria on Thursday 11th and also at Elephant on Saturday 13th October. Click here to find out more about the VIP tables.

Speaker Q&A: Gian Perroni, President, AffPoint
Gian Perroni has been working in the online gaming industry since 1997 and currently works as a consultant to the U.S. land-based casino industry with American iGaming Solutions, and is the owner of AffPoint.com, an online affiliate industry resource centre. In this interview he gives us a preview of his session “Affiliate Opportunities in a Regulated US Market”.

Blueclaw runs SEO Learning Clinic
This year an SEO Learning Clinic is being run by Blueclaw – an award winning search marketing agency working within the most competitive online sectors. This learning clinic will offer a unique opportunity to get a one-on-one consultation with our specialist consultants. You will be able to discuss your problems and get expert advice completely free of charge. Click here to read more about this learning clinic.

An International Event, for an International Audience
BAC offers you the chance to meet up with friends and current business partners and it also offers you the opportunity to make new contacts. And we all know that meeting just one new affiliate program can make all the difference to your affiliate website. This is why it is particularly exciting that this year we have such a diverse range of delegates, from a number of different countries. To see just how international BAC is this year, click here.

Hey Everyone…. Getting close now and very excited! Latest update below

Don’t forget to register! Only 2 weeks to go!
The Barcelona Affiliate Conference is back in the sunny coastal city, giving affiliates and affiliate programs the perfect environment to make new contacts and do business. Last year we had over 1600 attendees and this year is going to be even bigger! So don’t forget to register!
The Barcelona Affiliate Conference will bring you:

1600 expected delegates, over 100 affiliate programs, 70% affiliate attendees, conference sessions that will increase your revenue, a Spanish focused zone and lecture theatre, amazing networking events, in incredible venues, and all this is FREE for affiliates!

Struggling to find the right places at the right time?
For all of you who mean to, but never quite, get organised; we have a solution. Simply favourite the following link on your phone: our BAC 2012 Google maps. With all the official hotels, the event venue and all the special events laid out, we guarantee you won’t get lost in your travels.

Speaker Q&A: Dave Naylor, Bronco Ltd
David Naylor, more commonly know as DaveN, started working in the SEO industry over 13 years ago. David’s main motivational driving force is the belief that there is no point having a site if it doesn’t rank No 1. In this interview he gives us a preview of his session “What is SEO 2012?“

Free Networking Tool & Smartphone App
Network before the event has even started – thanks to our sponsor Paddy Power! The online Portal and App combine to enable you to plan your time, set up meetings, make conference session selections and network with other delegates on the move, whether at work, on the train or at the event itself.

Ace Revenue Spoils Us!
As I am sure you know, our friends at Ace Revenue will be sponsoring a free bar every day, from 3pm. The bar will be serving complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks all afternoon, but that is not all – there are also special events planned for Friday and Saturday! You have beer drinking competitions, champagne hour and iPad giveaways to look foward to!

Almost there!!! So it’s our last update… Look forward to meeting up with new and old friends in Barcelona this week! :joy:

Registration is closing in 24hrs!
Last year we had over 1600 attendees and this year is going to be even bigger. If you haven’t registered then do it today! Time is running out. There will be over 1600 delegates, over 100 affiliate programs, 70% affiliate attendees, conference sessions that will increase your revenue, a Spanish focused zone and lecture theater, amazing networking events, in incredible venues, and all this is FREE for affiliates!

Official Parties & Need to Know Information
Everyone loves coming to BAC 2012 and enjoying days of networking, conferences, exhibitions and late night meetings. With one week to go, we thought you might need some friendly reminders about all of the official networking events. Please note that you must have your wristband on to gain entry and that all of the party venues have strict dress codes, you will not be permitted entry in any of the following; shorts, trainers or football shirts. This is non negotiable, so please bear this in mind when planning your party outfits!

Speaker Q&A: Grant Fraser, Digitonic
Grant is managing director of Digitonic, a full service digital marketing agency based in the UK that specialises in mobile marketing. With over 11 years of marketing experience they are at the forefront of mobile digital marketing and in this interview Grant gives us a preview of his session “SMS Mobile Marketing: how to get it right.”

Preview of the Delegate Guide
We love giving you a heads-up of what to expect from our events. So we have published a digital version of the BAC delegate guide a week early – just so you can get a glimpse of the companies, schedule, speakers and more. Read it here.

Free Networking Tool & Smartphone App
Network before the event has even started – thanks to our sponsor Paddy Power! The online Portal and App combine to enable you to plan your time, set up meetings, make conference session selections and network with other delegates on the move, whether at work, on the train or at the event itself.