GAT Caribbean Cancun

Schedule

Academic Agenda – Tuesday, November 26:

Costa Maya Room
09:00 – 14:30 (GMT – 5)
8:00-9:00 Registration
Welcome Coffee

9:00- 9:20 am
Official Opening Ceremony

Opening Remarks:
Mara Lezama Espinosa, Governor of Quintana Roo.
Miguel Ángel Ochoa, President of AIEJA
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of Gaming & Technology Expo-GAT Events

9:20- 9:40 am
Growth and Expansion of the Gaming Market in Mexico in this Six-Year Period
Miguel Ángel Ochoa, President of AIEJA

9:40- 9:55 am
Current Situation of Casino Machine Imports in Mexico
Rodrigo Galván, L&BC Attorneys, Mexico

9:55-10:15 am
Artificial Intelligence Applied to Games of Chance
Pedro Gallego, AI Cybersecurity Specialist
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Events, Commercial Director of Mobadoo

10:15- 10:30 am
Conference
Blumon Pay/ Wamaberry (Mexico)

10:30- 11:00 am
Conference
Online Casino, Business Outlook in Mexico
Victor Arias, VP Latin America Pragmatic Play

11:00-11:20 am
Traditional Media vs. New Media
Joaquín Gago, CEO of Betandeal

11:20-11:35 am
Coffee Break

11:35- 11:55 am
Challenges of Physical Casinos in Mexico
Oscar Paredes Arroyo, President of the Board of Directors of “El Palacio de los Números”

11:55- 12:10 pm
Conference
Fernando López, Kushki Pagos Mexico

12:10- 12:35 pm
Player Profile Panel in Different Online Gaming Verticals in Latam
Moderator: Germán Sarmiento, Mexbet

Betconstruct
Cactus
Gamingtec
1XBET
Betconnections
12:35- 1:00 pm
Panel on New Technologies for Improving Operations in Online and Physical Casinos
Moderator: Jorge Rojas, Prometeo IT

Fernando López, Kushki Pagos
Axel Antillón, WA Technology
Ignacio Freide, Okto Payments
Alejandro Rojas, Blumon Pay/Wamaberry
Market Payment Mexico
1:00-1:15 pm
Raising Awareness on the Role of Women in the Gaming Industry in Latin America
Alejandra Gómez, Betstone- COMUJ AIEJA

1:15-1:40 pm
Panel on Sports Betting Behavior in Latin America
Analysis of Euro Cup, Copa América, and Olympic Games

Sergio Escobar, Rushbet
Andrés González, Infinite Bet
Francisco Pérez, Juancito Sport
1:40- 1:55 pm
Gaming Laboratories International Conference
Georges Didier, GLI

1:55-2:20 pm
Latam Associations and Guilds Panel
Outlook of the Gaming and Betting Industry in the Region

Miguel Ángel Ochoa, President of AIEJA Mexico
Fernando Calderón, President of SONAJA Peru
Yamile Gutiérrez, Legal Consultant of the Dominican Association of Sports Betting Banks (ADOBAD), Dominican Republic
2:20-2:30 pm

Closing Acknowledgments
José Aníbal Aguirre
Miguel Ángel Ochoa

GAT Caribe Cancún is the place to be!

Note: This agenda is under construction and subject to change.

Wednesday, November 27:

LAND-BASED EXHIBITION – ONLINE GAMING
10 am – 7 pm (GMT – 5)
Gran Cancún Room, Cancún Center

Closing Cocktail
7 pm – 9 pm (GMT – 5)

Recommendations

Don’t miss the two major networking events planned by the organizers of this fair.

1 – AIEJA Welcome Cocktail (Members Only): November 26, 7 pm to 9 pm, Foyer Gran Cancún, Cancún Center.

2 – Closing Cocktail: November 27, 7 pm to 9 pm, Grand Cancun Room, Cancún Center.

The event will open on November 26 at 9:00 a.m. Attendees can purchase tickets for the Academy only, the EXPO only, or for both events.

Areas to stay:

If you prefer to stay close to the event and have easy access to everything Cancun has to offer, the Hotel Zone is the best option. For a more local and affordable experience, downtown Cancun is ideal.

Recommended Hotels:

Recommended by the Organizers

ALOFT Hotel

Other Options

Hotel Zone (Boulevard Kukulcán):

1 – Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Hotel (Luxury)
2 – Hyatt Ziva Cancún (All-inclusive)
3 – Krystal Cancún (Affordable option)

Cancún Downtown:

1 – Plaza Caribe Hotel
2 – Adhara Hacienda Cancún Hotel

Restaurants:

1. Rosa Negra Cancún

Location: Hotel Zone, about 10 minutes by car from the Cancun International Center.
Description: Rosa Negra offers a high-end dining experience with Latin American-inspired dishes. It stands out for its elegant and vibrant atmosphere, ideal for impressing your guests. It also features a wide menu of meats, seafood, and gourmet dishes, offering a variety of options for all tastes.
Recommended dish: Wagyu filet or grilled octopus.
Reservation: Highly recommended, especially for dinner.

2. Puerto Madero

Location: Hotel Zone, about 5 minutes by car from the Convention Center.
Description: This Argentine restaurant specializing in meats and seafood is an excellent choice for a business dinner. Its high-quality service and formal atmosphere make it a favorite for executive dinners. It also offers a beautiful view of the lagoon, perfect for closing deals in a pleasant setting.
Recommended dish: Grilled rib-eye and giant grilled shrimp.
Reservation: Necessary, especially for business dinners.

3. Porfirio’s Cancún

Location: Hotel Zone, about 7 minutes from the Cancun International Center.
Description: Porfirio’s offers a modern take on Mexican cuisine with a gourmet touch. It’s ideal for a business dinner in an environment that blends tradition with contemporary elements. The presentation of dishes and service are impeccable, leaving a lasting impression for a formal dinner.
Recommended dish: Pork shank or rib-eye tacos.
Reservation: Recommended, especially in the evening.