SBC Summit Americas 2026 is set to feature an array of interactive masterclasses this year, focusing on topics such as regulation of prediction markets, fundraising for startups, and influencer marketing within the sports betting sector.

The masterclasses are scheduled for June 10-11 at the Broward County Convention Center in Florida, providing participants with a more immersive experience in conjunction with the summit’s main conference agenda.

These sessions aim to foster engagement, with attendees collaborating on industry challenges alongside experts and fellow participants.

“This year’s educational offerings are the most ambitious we’ve ever undertaken, and the addition of these masterclasses enhances the experience for all attendees,” stated Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC.

“Education transcends mere listening. It involves probing complex questions, collaborating with peers facing similar issues, and applying theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. This is the essence of our masterclasses,” he further elaborated.

Among the highlighted sessions is titled “Prediction Markets: Navigating Legal Challenges and Gaming Regulations Across Borders,” which will delve into how prediction markets fit within the legal, financial, and gaming landscapes of North America and Latin America.

Speakers for this session will include Ian Thomas (Principal, Offit Kurman), Joshua Kirschner (Partner, Nelson Mullins), Sara Tait (SVP Head of Legal, Regulated Industries, Fanatics Gaming & Betting), and Bill Gantz (Partner, Duane Morris). Topics will revolve around compliance challenges, regulatory variances, and enforcement strategies throughout different jurisdictions.

Another session, “Exploring Cross-Border & Outbound Sweepstakes Opportunities,” will tackle the compliance and operational hurdles that sweepstake operators face when entering new markets.

This masterclass will feature John K. Maloney (Owner and Principal, The Law Offices of John K. Maloney), Christian Tirabassi (Founder and Senior Partner, Ficom Leisure), Christian Rapani (Founding Partner, Rapani Law), Kevin Weber (Partner, Dickinson Wright), and Joerg Hofmann (Senior Partner, MELCHERS Law Firm).

The event will also host a session titled “Influencing Betting: A Deep Dive into Sports Betting Influencers,” led by Bryson Huey (Graduate Research Assistant, International Gaming Institute, UNLV) and Alan Feldman (Distinguished Fellow and Director, Strategic Initiatives, UNLV International Gaming Institute), addressing strategies for responsible and compliant influencer marketing.

Furthermore, SBC Summit Americas will include two masterclasses aimed at startups, covering investor expectations, mergers and acquisitions, and strategies for early-stage fundraising.

The broader conference agenda will include 250 speakers across six stages, addressing a range of topics within sports betting, casino operations, payment systems, technological advancements, regulatory frameworks, affiliate marketing, and player safety.