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George is an expert in legislation, taxation, and management with over 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. Since 2021, he has headed the Administration of the Georgian Gambling Association and has been an Executive Board Member since 2018. Previously, he served as CFO of one of Georgia’s leading gambling companies. He is the founder of the Gambling Consulting Authority (GCA), providing strategic guidance and solutions for industry growth. George holds a Gold Certificate in Tax Legislation and Audit Procedures (Ministry of Finance, 2017) and a Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards under a World Bank & EU program Read More

Francesco, CEO of Casumo since February 2023, boasts over 16 years of experience in i-gaming and retail. Prior to Casumo, he held pivotal roles such as Managing Director of International Markets at Betclic, CEO of Napoleon Sports and Casino, and CEO of PSK. His dynamic leadership and strategic initiatives have solidified his reputation as a prominent figure in the i-gaming industry.

Elliot is a Responsible Gambling Product Owner at Playtech Managed Services, leading the AI-driven risk assessment platform BetBuddy that evaluates millions of players monthly across global jurisdictions. For over three years, he has spearheaded product strategy, AI model development, and responsible gambling consultancy, ensuring sustainable business practices while safeguarding player welfare. His expertise lies in leveraging artificial intelligence to detect behavioral patterns and risk indicators, translating complex data into actionable insights for operators worldwide. He manages cross-functional teams developing sophisticated RG solutions, providing strategic consultancy on responsible gaming processes and regulatory compliance. With a 20-year design career foundation, including service Read More

Ekaterina is the Director at the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA). She has been with EGBA for 12 years working on legal and regulatory issues in the field of gambling both on an EU and national level. Prior to working at EGBA, Ekaterina worked on complaint and infringement handling in relation to the legislation of DG Health and Consumers at the European Commission. Other work experience includes the European Parliament and in a Brussels-based consultancy. Ekaterina holds a Ph.D in Health Policy from the Medical University- Sofia as well as an LL.M in European Law and a B.A. in Read More

Dmitry Starostenkov is the CEO of EvenBet Gaming, a leading company in the iGaming sector, where he drives innovation and strategic growth. With over two decades of experience in the high-tech and IT industries, Dmitry has been at the forefront of the iGaming revolution since 2004, serving as the head of EvenBet Gaming, a premier provider of poker software. His deep understanding of software development, market expansion, and sales strategies has made him a respected figure in the field. As a founder and business angel of several startups, Dmitry excels in strategic management and has helped numerous ventures thrive through Read More

Devon Dalbock holds the position of Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) EMEIA. In this role, he focuses on collaborating with regulators and government officials across the region, supporting both established and emerging gaming jurisdictions with GLI’s advisory services and training. Dalbock has been with GLI since 2016, initially serving as General Manager of GLI Africa before transitioning to COO for GLI EMEIA, a role he took on in 2023, further solidifying his leadership within the organization. With over 40 years of senior executive and management experience—18 of which have been in the gaming Read More

Daniel Gambin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Letzz, a RegTech company redefining compliance management for the online gambling industry. With over two decades of experience in risk, compliance and operations roles at leading gaming operators, Daniel combines deep industry expertise with a visionary approach to automation and AI. Under his leadership, Letzz is building the “compliance rails” for the gambling sector, streamlining regulatory intelligence, change management, and audit readiness across multiple jurisdictions. Daniel’s mission is to reduce the time, cost, and complexity of compliance while empowering operators to make faster, better informed decisions. Prior to founding Letzz, he held Read More

Boryana Borisova is an accomplished Talent Acquisition Executive and ICF-certified coach with extensive experience shaping talent strategies and scaling global teams. In her role as Director of Talent Acquisition at Delasport, she leads innovative recruitment initiatives, strengthens employer brands, and champions culture-driven leadership in the iGaming industry. Beyond her corporate work, Boryana is a dedicated career coach and mentor, supporting leaders and entrepreneurs in achieving growth and balance through emotional intelligence and strategic HR expertise.

Anelia Miteva is the founder of CATRO Bulgaria, Management consultant and Neuro Agility Master trainer, an empowering leader with a mission, vision and strong drive for constant development. An alumnus of both Sheffield University and the University of Heidelberg, Anelia skillfully combines her MBA in Human Resource management with a Master in Political science, Economics and Law, as well as Organisational Psychology. Her passion at CATRO is developing and implementing innovative, science-based programmes for Neuro Agility, Conscious Leadership, Performance Management, and Employee Engagement in different industries. She believes in the unlimited potential of every human being and supports organisations to create Read More

Alona is an experienced business strategist with over 6 years in management and 7 years in international relations, taxation, strategic planning, and project management. She worked for more than 10 years in major Ukrainian government regulatory bodies, gaining expertise in training, public communication, drafting international agreements, launching technical assistance projects, business process reviews, organizational development, KPI-based strategies, international cooperation, compliance, contract management, and best practices analysis. Alona has also been directly involved in launching several large ITA projects with a total budget exceeding 20 million euros.