Budapest Affiliate Conference 2009 : BAC
Thursday 10th September -  Sunday 13th September
SYMA, Budapest

iGaming Business is moving from Barcelona to a new and exciting destination; Budapest

Come and take advantage of the event's trademark activities including:

• Strategic Conference Programme: the conference sessions aim to provide a wealth of information from panels and presentations with exclusive insights from expert speakers.
• Exhibition: With an expected 70+ exhibitors this will be the biggest exhibition in the industry, offering more stands and a larger space for meetings in one huge hall. Maximise your business without leaving the room.
• Networking: The relaxed atmosphere of the events encourages the open exchange of ideas and experiences. With over 1,200 people attending, you will have plenty of opportunities to network with affiliates, affiliate managers, operators and speakers.
• ASOP: For the first time the Affiliate Series of Poker is open for everyone to compete, play with the chance to win big, big prizes.
• Tourism: Take part in the Hungarian experience and find out more about the city's culture.
• Party! The best, exclusive parties every night: Need we say more?!
• Free Admission for ALL Affiliates! The BAC has extended its admission policy to encourage new affiliate attendees by opening its doors to all iGaming affiliates, eliminating the requirements of CAP Forum membership as a prerequisite for free attendance. Likewise, all affiliate programs will be charged the same low rate to exhibit and attend, regardless of their certification membership. Extending its open door policy, BAC invites affiliate forums, affiliate portals and affiliate organisations to join the show.

For further information and enquiries please contact: lizzie(at)igamingbusiness.com

For sponsorship and exhibition opportunities please contact: alex(at)igamingbusiness.com

Latest updates on BAC
08-09-09

Domain Auction List is released

As you know Gambling Invest is hosting a domain auction at BAC with over 150 domains on sale that can be bid online or offline at the event. If you want to prepare your self in advance please check the release here for the list of domains on sale. The auction will take place at 16.00 at the event on each day.

No RSVP – No Free Drinks

Just a quick reminder for anyone who has yet to do so, ensure you get your RSVP for the parties. It only takes a minute to get three nights of fantastic iGaming fun!

Thursday 10th September

Bingo Beers - Sponsored by Bingo Base
18:00pm - Sofitel Bibliotek Bar
Attend pre-registration to get a drink token and enjoy meeting up with friends, clients and new contacts.

Expect.com 10th Birthday Party
21:00pm - Creole Bar (2 mins from hotel)
Enjoy partying with Scotty Nguyen and celebrating Expekt's birthday with free drinks and prizes.

Friday 11th September

ChanceRoom.com BAC Opening Party
20:00 - White Angel Night Club
Expect to be impressed at the most exclusive club in Budapest - One not to miss.

Saturday 12th September

C-Planet BAC Closing Party
21:00 - Prive Club
This will be C-Planet's third party so they definitely know what they are doing and never disappoint - Make sure you collect your ticket from their stand (D26) to ensure you get in.

Sunday 13th September

The Sunday Session - Sponsored by JackPot Capital
13:00 - The Paris Cafe, The Sofitel Hotel
Relax with some drinks and a few traditional snacks in the official hotel bar and terrace paid for by Jackpot Capital - This really is the only way to finish a conference

Registration details

Thursday at the Sofitel, from 1pm – 4pm, there will be a pre-registration desk in the lobby.
Registration will be open at the SYMA Centre all day, starting at 9.30am on Friday and 10.30am (for that needed lay in) on Saturday.

PLEASE NOTE: WRISTBANDS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES THROUGHOUT THE FOUR DAYS. THESE ARE NON-REPLACEABLE AND ENSURE ENTRY BOTH TO THE EXHIBITION AND THE NIGHT-TIME SOCIALS.
 

03-09-09

Don’t miss Calvin Ayre as Keynote speaker!

Calvin Ayre will be coming out of retirement and giving us all a chance to learn his secrets and tricks of the trade. He will answer the question on everyone’s lips when they meet him: how did he manage to build one of the most successful global iGaming brands, Bodog.com with only $10,000 in his pocket? And more importantly, which market will he conquer next? All we know is that the legend has promised to surprise us all with some unexpected news and that you would be a fool to miss this once in a lifetime chance to be the one to hear it.

Got questions…Want to know about new opportunities?

It is offered an in depth analysis of emerging igaming markets with new, dedicated “International Market” sessions at BAC. These informative discussions will give operators and affiliates vital information and data essential to effective market penetration and expansion in these specific markets. There will be five sessions in total each dedicated to one of the following territories: Hungary, France, Spain, Netherlands and the German speaking market.

Sunday Reeeewind!

Escape the hangover and join the final networking session of BAC...unwind and relax in the Sofitel’s 5* traditional café, complete with terrace and stunning views of some of Budapest’s most famous landmarks, the Chain Bridge and Castle Hill. A beer, which is on the house courtesy of Jackpot Capital, and your sunglasses is all you need – the perfect way to end!
 

27-08-09

Last few SEO Surgery Slots

There are now just a few "one on one" SEO surgery slots left at BAC, so apply now for your chance to have a private SEO analysis of your website. This service would normally cost a fortune and is absolutely free so take advantage of this whilst you can. Simply email Paul at Stickyeyes with your details to be included and find out how you can rank better!

Scotty Nguyen to attend BAC

Scotty Nguyen "The Prince of Poker" will not only be attending BAC, he will be playing in an single table tournament on the first day of BAC against affiliate attendees courtesy of Expekt.com. To win a place to play against Scotty and pocket a cash prize make sure you attend the Expekt.com Thursday night party to enter the draw and meet Scotty himself.

An Interview with the Granddaddy of Poker

If you didn’t already know, then where have you been? The ultimate poker legend that is Doyle ‘Texas Dolly’ Brunson has confirmed he will be attending the Budapest Affiliate Conference. Want to find out more about the man himself? Then join Michael Caselli as he interviews Doyle at 1pm on Friday 11th September at the Doyles Room Stand, B16-B20.

WIN a 5* Holiday with Nordic Gaming!

Nordic Gaming, home of TRIOBET, NordicBet and TOBET Partners, are offering BAC attendees the holiday of a lifetime with the chance to win a €5,000 EUR travel package and the best bit is you get to pick the destination! All you have to do is complete an entry card at their stand – F20&F22 to be in with a chance to win.

BAC’S Official Networking Parties!

With four parties over three nights, there are a lot of surprises for you in store.

THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER

6-8pm – Bingo Base welcomes you to the first night of BAC in the luxurious Bibliotek Bar. Located in the Sofitel hotel, drop your bags, freshen up and come prepare for some serious networking fun.

9pm-late – Happy Birthday Expekt! After ten long successful years, Expekt will be celebrating in style at the Creol Bar, a cool and fashionable lounge bar with a Caribbean twist. Scotty Nguyen, the Prince of poker himself, will make an appearance and there are rumours of wonderful gifts and fantastic prizes... and we can definitely confirm a free-flowing bar!.

FRIDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER

8pm-late – ChanceRoom.com have booked the biggest, most talked about nightclub in the city to astound you all after a hard days work, so let your hair down and enjoy the pumping tunes and awe inspiring space at the notorious White Angel. As with all parties, its only polite to RSVP but be quick as tickets will be needed to enter.

SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER

9pm-Late – C-planet will help to close BAC with a bang! Prive Club is an amazing venue that will dazzle your senses, the perfect place to close off those deals from the last two days, enjoy the free bar and dance the night away! As with all Affiliate Conference closing night parties, this will be a memorable and spectacular night.
 

20-08-09

Budapest City Guide

Budapest really is an amazing city with so much to see and do. So, if you're looking for some tips on what to see if you get the chance.

The Highs of Budapest Nightlife

Budapest is known as a party town and a lot of parties has been arranged during your stay in Budapest. Bingo Base have prepared intimate welcome drinks at the luxurious Sofitel Terrasse & Bibliotek Bar on Thursday 10th September to get you all in the mood for Expekt's late night party at the stylish & chic Creole Bar. New comers, ChanceRoom will then thrill your senses on Friday by hosting a party at one of the most exclusive clubs in Budapest, White Angel. And last but not least, Saturday's closing party, which C-Planet are hosting at the trendiest bar in town, the Prive Club, which promises to conclude the event with a bang. So, expect a final night of fun and frolics and let your hair down after a couple of intense days of business.

NEW BAC hotel - Limited Rooms!

The official BAC hotel has now SOLD OUT and so has the second hotel now; the Intercontinental. But don't panic! There is a limited number of rooms still available at a third hotel, the 5* Hotel Kempinski Corvinus, which is still just a 2mins walk from the Sofitel. Please, make your accommodation arrangements swiftly to avoid disappointment.
The shuttle bus service to the SYMA Exhibition Hall will leave from the Sofitel hotel so all delegates staying at the Intercontinental and the Kempinski Corvinus are asked to make the short walk to the Sofitel should they wish to take advantage of this service.

Got a Hot Domain to Sell? Want to Grab a Sparkly, New URL?

GamblingInvest and BAC have teamed up to bring you an exceptional opportunity to raise your revenue and get that golden URL. For the first time at an iGaming Affiliate Conference they bring you a live, gambing-related only, domain auction - the perfect marketplace to buy and sell premium gambling URLs. The full list of domains for sale will be available to peruse at your leisure one week before the event, so whet that appetite and get prepared for the fierce competition that will follow on the conference floor. If you're looking to sell, be quick as there is only a limited time to auction all the domains, please email sales@gamblinginvest.com with your details.

ASOP Free-Rolls Start with a BANG!

For the first time ever in iGB Affiliate Conference history it has been opened the ASOP Tournament to all exhibitors and operators as well as registered affiliates. Who will win the coveted golden bracelet? Which Affiliates and Affiliate Managers will battle it out to be crowned champion and win the cash price of $6,000? If the first week is anything to go by, it’s clear that the stakes are high and the competition is mounting. If you want to be in with a chance of playing in those live rounds at BAC, there is a tournament tonight at 7pm and then six more during the next two weeks, all in the safe hands of our ASOP sponsors Cake Poker and Smart Live Poker. To register and get your password simply go to www.asop.com.
 

31-07-09

Doyle to attend BAC

The rumours were true Doyle Brunson is attending the Budapest Affiliate Conference! And he isn't simply making a five minute appearence, he will be there for the whole event signing autographs, doing a Q&A session, meeting affiliates and giving out free signed copies of his Super System 1 and 2 book. In addition to this he will be hosting a private invite only poker event at his poker room in Budapest.

BAC official hotel - Sold Out!

The official BAC hotel has now SOLD OUT. However you can have a special discounted rate at the Intercontinental hotel which is just next door from the Sofitel hotel.
The shuttle bus service will leave from the Sofitel hotel so all delegates residing in the Intercontinental will still be able to take advantage of this facility.

ASOP free rolls start in two weeks

The Affiliate Series of Poker (ASOP) will begin its free rolls in just two weeks so make sure you are registered at www.asop.com to ensure you recieve the passwords to play. There are also some big changes this time around ... a completely re-designed bracelet and sponsors and exhibitors in the competition too.

Meet the speaker - John Sampson

John Sampson, founder of GamRep, talks about site monetization: How to get more commissions out of existing traffic.

PartyPartner Returns as Platinum Sponsor for Biggest iGaming Affiliate Event of the Year: Budapest Affiliate Conference
26-05-09

26 May 2009 (London, UK) – Following the tremendous success of the Amsterdam Affiliate Conference, iGaming Business is pleased to announce the return of PartyPartners as their platinum sponsor at their next event; Budapest Affiliate Conference (BAC), 10th-13th of September at the SYMA Exhibition Hall, Hungary.

“PartyPartners.com and AffClub.com are proud to be the Platinum sponsors of the Budapest Affiliate Conference. Our focus on localising our brands is delighting customers across Central and Eastern Europe. They can now play games in their own language, particularly on the multi-lingual PartyPoker.com that is now available in 12 languages following the addition of Polish and Romanian versions”, commented a representative from Party Gaming. “We have many more developments in our pipeline and we welcome this opportunity to meet with existing and prospective affiliates from across the region. We’re going to have fun in Budapest – so come and join the Party!”

With a special focus on Central and Eastern European markets including a unique insight into how Russia and Ukraine are operating in comparison to the rest of the world, the conference will bring real performance boosting strategies for the iGaming sector and plenty of local affiliates and operators on top of the 1,500+ international delegates expected. With 70 exhibitors, two conferences rooms, and 40 speakers, BAC is anticipated to exceed your expectations.

This will not be surprising to regulars at these industry wide online-marketing events, with Amsterdam proving to be a huge success after the re-branding of the event. Shay Shevach CMO at Rummy Royal commented: “AAC was the best gaming affiliate conference I’ve been to in the last 5 years. It is rare that in your first conference day you achieve 50 new leads – almost a miracle.”

What makes the iGB Affiliate events so successful is the simple fact that from the start the organisers have focused purely on putting affiliates first, from charging them nothing to attend to ensuring they have the best experience at the events from a personal and business perspective. “We have learnt a lot over the past three years and we are constantly trying to find ways to improve our events and not simply our bottom line” commented Alex Pratt of iGaming Business; “With the hype already surrounding BAC I am in no doubt that this event is likely to be our best yet, and with more announcements to follow watch this space.”



About the Budapest Affiliate Conference (www.BudapestAffiliateConference.com)

The Budapest Affiliate Conference (BAC) is organized by iGaming Business under the iGB Affiliate brand. The event is part of a series of affiliate conferences and expos which began as CAP Euro in January 2007, and has grown from 600 attendees to over 1700 attendees in just two years making it the biggest iGaming affiliate event in the sector. This rapid success has come about by keeping true to a simple philosophy: “Put Affiliates First”, which is the backbone of the events.

About iGaming Business (www.iGamingBusiness.com)

iGaming Business has been in the iGaming industry for over 8 years and as well as producing affiliate events publishes market leading magazines such as iGaming Business and iGaming Business Affiliate Magazine both considered the bibles for the iGaming Sector and read by thousands of affiliates, vendors and operators each and every month.