Last week, GAT Showcase Bogotá 2024 established itself as one of the most vibrant business and networking platforms for the gaming industry. Annually, in September, the Gaming & Technology organization brings together key stakeholders in Colombia’s capital city for this major commercial showcase of supply and demand in a sector that continues to thrive in the country.
For eight consecutive hours, the Sheraton Bogotá Hotel was the epicenter of meetings between business leaders and operators from all regions of the South American nation. At GAT Showcase Bogotá, they found opportunities to make business exchanges and strategic alliances, updating their portfolios and equipment for large casinos and gaming rooms. The event attracted a multitude of visitors from noon on Friday, September 6, creating a dynamic and demanding atmosphere for exhibitors, who had to continuously handle requests and demonstrations, leading to significant economic transactions. Notably, this event in Bogotá reaffirms Colombia's leadership role in Latin America, confirmed by the registration of businesspeople from 20 countries.
Positive testimonials and outcomes
José Aníbal Aguirre, General Director of Gaming & Technology, expressed: "We had some doubts and concerns about the event's attendance due to transportation delays and blockages in the country during the days leading up to and even on the eve of the event. Fortunately, this did not stop our clients, friends, and followers from honoring their commitment to meeting with their peers at GAT Showcase Bogotá in a productive marathon of meetings. This fills me with satisfaction, as well as the feedback from exhibitors and sponsors, who reported exceeding their initial sales and partnership expectations."
Key event facts
GAT Showcase Bogotá 2024 saw participation from 22 sponsoring and exhibiting brands.
Brands participating in GAT Showcase Bogotá 2024:
Premium Sponsor: Pragmatic Play
Platinum Sponsors: BetPlay, BetConstruct, Altenar.
Exhibitors: Novomatic, IGT, Interblock, Win Systems, Aristocrat, Mer Design, Highlight Games, BetConstruct, Grupo Gelsa, Pay Retailers, Air Dice, Gaming Laboratories International GLI, Blue Tower Games, Gem Solutions, Mobadoo, Hotel Las Américas, Janus, Formula Racing.
Associations: Cornazar, Asojuegos, Fecoljuegos, and Fedelco.
Registration figures indicate the presence of 980 executives from various sectors of the industry, representing 20 countries: Armenia, Argentina, Bulgaria, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Finland, India, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, and Uruguay. These numbers highlight the importance and appeal of the event for suppliers and buyers of casino equipment, sports betting platforms, and online gaming.
GAT Esports at GAT Showcase
The Esports component, which debuted on September 5 with a high-end academy featuring authorities, specialists, and communities, was also part of GAT Showcase Bogotá when young competitors engaged in Valorant and Counter-Strike tournaments. These competitions took place in a set specially designed for such eSports experiences. Sponsored by BetPlay, the central theme was virtual betting with artificial intelligence, featuring "Frente de Batalla" by Mobadoo, which attracted a wide community of gamers, streamers, and influencers. The winners received special awards and prizes exceeding 100 million Colombian pesos, including scholarships from the University of Catalonia, stays at Hotel Las Américas group hotels, cash prizes, peripherals, and more.
Next stop: Dominican Republic
GAT Events now moves to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on September 18 and 19, where GAT Showcase Santo Domingo is already guaranteed to draw a crowd. All gaming verticals will be represented, and a similarly successful atmosphere is expected for both the academy and the expo.
GAT Showcase Bogotá 2024 has marked a significant milestone in the industry’s event agenda, and the GAT Events team is already ready to continue delivering extraordinary experiences at its next edition at the Renaissance Jaragua Hotel and Casino in Santo Domingo.
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