GAT Expo Dominican Republic: Leaders and experts to analyze the future of the gaming industry

Representatives of the leading gaming associations in the Dominican Republic and specialists in technological development, marketing, and strategy, alongside prominent Dominican operators, will host GAT Talks next Wednesday, November 18. This specialized dialogue and networking event will take place starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino, the main venue for the trade exhibition, which will open its doors in the Anacaona Hall at 11:00 a.m. on the same day.

The academic agenda will focus on the evolution of the Dominican regulatory framework following the recent enactment of the Gambling Law 86-26, player loyalty tools, and the new certification parameters required by the newly enforced regulations.

Panel 1: Trade associations as protagonists of sectoral dialogue

One of the central highlights of GAT Talks will be the panel gathering representatives from four major Dominican associations: ADCJ, ANDB, FENABANCA, and ADOBAD. The conversation will be moderated by Lic. Yamile Gutiérrez of G&G Studio Legal, Director of GAT Santo Domingo, and will provide insights into the different sectors' stances on regulatory changes, operators' needs, and opportunities to modernize and strengthen the industry.

The meeting seeks to promote an exchange of views among associations, companies, and industry professionals, acknowledging the specific characteristics of each gaming vertical and the importance of moving toward a legal, sustainable market with fair competition.

Panel 2: The changing player: Experiences evolving with expectations

Gamanza, a European company specializing in technology and gamification, will bring together renowned Dominican operators to share experiences and analyze the evolution of player motivations from their early beginnings to becoming regular users.

How can lasting relationships be built without putting pressure on player decisions? The discussion, scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., will be led by Andrés Blanco, Managing Director of Gamanza Engage, and will feature Francisco Pérez, CEO of Juancito Sport; Kym Sleezer, advisor to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana; and Jefree Espinal, CEO of Castro Sport.

The dialogue will address how to design entertainment experiences that accompany players, strengthen their relationship with brands, and respect their autonomy.

Panel 3: GLI to share its vision and expertise on ongoing regulatory and certification processes in the Dominican Republic

Lic. José Carlos Figueroa, representative of Gaming Laboratories International (GLI)—a global benchmark in testing, certification, and compliance—will share his perspective on what lies ahead for the Dominican market under the new law and its implications for authorized operators or those in the process of formalization.

The GLI panel will provide an in-depth analysis of the present state and outlook of the Dominican market during a pivotal regulatory and technological turning point.

The prelude on the 17th: Welcome cocktail

The Raza.do brand will host the networking event taking place on the night of Tuesday, November 17, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., featuring a performance by Ana Mejía “La voz de Ángel” and her artistic group.

Raza is a 100% domestically capitalized entertainment and sports betting platform that combines technological innovation, security, and national identity to support sports development and create opportunities for the country's young talents.

This reception features a limited number of VIP invitations provided by the sponsor, alongside a limited number of tickets available for purchase.

Commercial exhibition with local and international companies

GAT Expo Santo Domingo 2026 will hold its booth exhibition from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the same venue.

The event features RAZA as Diamond Sponsor, Juancito Sport as Platinum Sponsor, and the backing of BetConstruct, GLI, and Gamanza as exclusive sponsors.

Participating companies include Demp Innovations, IGC, Lotobet, Virtual Generation Caribe, Prometeo, Cecomsa, Átomo Gaming, Loto Real, Sport Integrity Team (SIT), Bingo Maya, Mobbili, G&G Studio Legal, MIVISA, BYADS, Orobet, Star Sport, and Grupo Germán, among others.

José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Events, states: "We have received ticket requests from operators in Santiago, Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, and La Vega, among other provinces and cities across the island. We have decided to open the doors of the GAT Expo Santo Domingo trade exhibition to executives of authorized operators in the Dominican Republic so they can attend free of charge—upon prior registration and verification—the booth exhibition at the Renaissance Santo Domingo Hotel next Wednesday, November 18, starting at 11:00 a.m. We look forward to seeing you!"

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