Kaizen Gaming, one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, had an impressive double-win at the SBC Awards Latinoamérica 2024 on the 31^st October in Miami, Florida. Awarded ‘Brazilian Market Entrant of the Year’, and ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year’, the two wins follow an impressive year of growth and exposure for Kaizen Gaming, as well as its premium brand Betano, across Latin America and globally.

Betano is rapidly growing its user base and presence in Brazil, serving as the main and title sponsor of Brasileirão Betano and Copa Betano do Brasil. As a founding member of the ANJL and IBJR regulatory bodies, Betano is recognised for its dedication to upholding the highest standards of responsible gaming and integrity. Furthermore, the Betano brand has launched multiple CSR initiatives across the country in partnership with sponsored team, Clube Atlético Mineiro. It also recently launched the “Juntos em Campo” long-term program in cooperation with CBF (Brazilian Football Confederation) to promote initiatives focused on gender equality.

Awarded for the results and creativity of its innovative “Football in America” marketing campaign, Betano successfully introduced Latin America to its “Confia” brand platform by leveraging on its CONMEBOL Copa America™️ 2024 sponsorship. The campaign chimed with the spirit of fans across the continent by celebrating Latin America’s rich football heritage, playfully responding to Kylian Mbappe’s 2022 comments questioning the region’s football quality.

Vangelis Skarkalis, Kaizen Gaming Senior Commercial Director LATAM, said: “Latin America is one of the world’s most dynamic and exciting regions for i-gaming. Being recognised as a leading player in this important market with two wins at the prestigious SBC Awards Latinoamérica is a great honour – especially on the heels of our recent double-win as ‘Operator of the Year’ at both the EGR Operator Awards and SBC Awards. Achieving this success requires an exceptional team of dedicated, ambitious professionals. This award honours everyone’s hard work and commitment to always going above and beyond in delivering the best experiences for our customers not only in Latin America, but worldwide too.”

Groove, a leading iGaming platform and aggregator, proudly claimed the Women’s Empowerment Initiative of the Year at the SBC Awards Latinoamérica 2024, celebrating a strong commitment to championing female talent and leadership.

At SBC Awards Latinoamérica, Groove’s win shines as a testament to how empowerment and inclusion propel the iGaming industry forward.

The award was accepted by Carolina Diniz Flauzino, Groove’s Latin America Business Development Manager, acknowledging Groove’s impactful diversity-driven culture.

Over the years, Groove has spotlighted the exceptional women in roles spanning account management, legal, finance, project leadership, tech, and creative design. From Liz Cohen’s pivotal oversight in account management to Salome Janashvili’s transformative graphic contributions and Sapir Hen’s rise in technical management, Groove’s success story is one written in part by the remarkable women across its global team.

Groove’s progressive tech ecosystem with over 15,000 games from 100+ top providers continues driving innovation with new technology soon to be released including an AI-Assistant, gamification tools, and the immersive Smart Lobby. Each feature is crafted to enhance engagement, supporting Groove’s dedication to transforming iGaming while celebrating its talented team.

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As Groove innovates with new AI-driven tools and a suite of gamification features, the company reinforces its core belief: a diverse team, empowered and celebrated, drives real success in a competitive market.

Yahale Meltzer, COO and Co-founder, remarked, “This award showcases the impact of our talented team. From its inception in 2016, Groove has championed women’s leadership, featuring dynamic professionals across roles critical to the company’s growth. We’re proud to bring this recognition home, a tribute to the exceptional women who are instrumental in shaping Groove’s future.”

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Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), a leading provider of innovative casino management solutions, is proud to announce that Great River Entertainment – Catfish Bend Casino II has agreed to transition to the QCI Enterprise Platform. This strategic move aims to enhance operational efficiency and deliver superior data-driven decision-making capabilities for the multi-faceted entertainment company.

Great River Entertainment – Catfish Bend Casino II, renowned for its exceptional guest experiences, chose the QCI Enterprise Platform to leverage its advanced analytics, player development, and real-time operational insights. The decision to adopt QCI’s powerful technology further underscores Great River’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the gaming and hospitality industry.

Senior Vice President/General Manager of Great River Entertainment, Rob Higgins, commented on the platform conversion:
“The decision to integrate QCI into our operations was driven by our commitment to providing unparalleled service to our guests and optimizing our operational efficiencies. The real-time insights and sophisticated analytics that QCI delivers will empower us to make informed decisions that elevate our overall guest experience.”

Dr. Ralph Thomas, CEO of QCI, shared his enthusiasm: “We are excited to welcome Great River Entertainment to the growing community of properties that have embraced the QCI Enterprise Platform. By choosing QCI, Great River Entertainment is taking a significant step in streamlining their operations while enhancing their player development efforts. We look forward to supporting them in achieving their goals.”

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Melissa Chiaurro, President of Viz Explorer, commented: “The Viz team is excited to begin converting our customer base to the QCI Platform, as it will allow our partners to enhance their analytical capabilities, streamline the user experience and provide more comprehensive insights into their customers behavior. We are committed to a smooth migration process and look forward to the innovative possibilities this platform will unlock for our partners!”

The QCI Enterprise Platform, utilized by over 250 casino resorts in North America, is designed to align marketing, player development, and casino operations with powerful real-time data integration. Great River Entertainment’s adoption of the QCI solution underscores the platform’s growing influence in the gaming industry.