The Affiliate Leaders Summit is returning to Lisbon and it’s growing fast. Scheduled for 16 to 18 September at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL), the event now runs for three full days and adds the first-ever Affiliate Leaders Awards.
Affiliate Leaders Summit Gets Bigger As Industry Heads To Lisbon
This summit happens alongside the SBC Summit, but is specially tailored for affiliates, affiliate managers, and suppliers. With 3,500 affiliates and 8,000 operator reps expected, the goal is to offer more focused content, better networking, and real value.
Those attending the Affiliate Leaders Summit also get full access to the larger SBC Summit, including the expo floor, evening events, and big-name keynotes like Gary Vaynerchuk.
Rasmus Sojmark, SBC’s Founder and CEO, explained:
“Last year’s launch of the Affiliate Leaders Summit was a big milestone for us. The response was incredible, but we knew we could do even more. That’s why this year, we’re giving it the time it deserves; three full days to ensure attendees can take in everything this event has to offer.
“We’re also introducing the Affiliate Leaders Awards, which I’m personally very excited about. Affiliates play a vital role in this industry, and it’s time we had a platform that truly celebrates their work alongside the operator programmes and suppliers who help make it all happen.”
The event has expanded its show floor by 40 percent, a response to strong demand and great feedback from last year. Top affiliate and operator brands like Catena Media, Clever Advertising, Evoke, Flashscore, Kaizen Gaming, Medier, Megapari, Novibet, and Shake are already confirmed.
The Affiliate Leaders Stage will deliver three full days of content covering the evolution of affiliate marketing. From new tech tools and performance data to advanced SEO strategies and AI trends, the sessions are designed to be useful, not just theoretical.
Workshops and talks will also look at automation, CRM, content quality, and deal transparency. Speakers include industry experts like Jonathan Edelshaim (Natural Intelligence), Elaine Gardiner-Ruddock (TAG Media), Peter Gunni (Traffic Lab), Deb Lee (Entain), Andre Machado (Clever Advertising), Leanne Muleba (Matching Visions), and Johan Styren (Dilanti Media).
The event will also introduce the Global Markets and Emerging Markets. These are ideal for anyone looking to grow internationally or understand new regions.
On top of the business content, the summit features premium networking opportunities. Expect the Opening Party with Joel Corry and Imanbek, and the return of INFINITY Lisbon, with big-name DJs like Alok and Timmy Trumpet.
Sojmark added:
“The Affiliate Leaders Summit is designed to make networking and easier by giving you a dedicated space to connect. But the hospitality doesn’t stop there. You’re part of the full SBC Summit experience. With access to all six stages, complimentary food and drinks at the Food Festival, and the freedom to explore every area of the event, you’re welcome to engage as widely as you like. The Affiliate Leaders Summit simply helps you focus your efforts where they matter most.”
Affiliate or operator? Get your free pass now.
If you’re not, here are the pass options:
VIP Event Pass: All-access, including talks, networking events, and food credit.
Group VIP Event Pass: Discounted price when buying three or more.
Expo+ Pass: Full access to sessions and the show floor, excluding parties.
Expo Only Pass: Free access to the expo floor only.
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