Chart-topping artists Joel Corry and Imanbek will headline SBC Summit 2025’s Opening Party at Urban Beach, Lisbon, on Tuesday 16 September, the organizer has announced.
The event is expected to welcome thousands of industry professionals for an evening of high-energy networking and world-class entertainment at one of Lisbon’s hottest summer venues.
According to information from SBC, the headline act will see Joel Corry bring his signature blend of dance, UKG and pop music that has earned him over 4 billion streams worldwide. Corry is known for songs like Head & Hear” (featuring MNEK) and Sorry. He has collaborated with industry heavyweights Charli XCX, RAYE, David Guetta and Tom Grennan.
Joining him will be Grammy-winning producer and DJ Imanbek, whose multi-platinum Rosesremix debuted at #4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and has amassed over 2 billion streams on Spotify. His rise from a small Kazakhstani town to Grammy recognition has seen him collaborate with global superstars including Usher, Sean Paul, Marshmello, Rita Ora and Busta Rhymes.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to kick off SBC Summit 2025 with such incredible talent,” said Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC.
“Having Joel Corry and Imanbek headline our Opening Party at Urban Beach is the perfect way to celebrate what promises to be our most ambitious Summit to date. It’s all about bringing our industry together for world-class networking in an unforgettable setting.”
The Opening Party kicks off a week of high-level networking opportunities available exclusively to VIP Event Pass holders, including those with Operator and Affiliate Passes. These premium experiences culminate in The INFINITY Lisbon on 18 September – the summit’s flagship celebration, featuring headline performances by Alok and Timmy Trumpet.
Two awards ceremonies, the Affiliate Leaders Awards on 17 September and the SBC Awards on 18 September 18, will honor industry excellence by recognizing the standout companies, individuals and innovations that have shaped the global betting and iGaming landscape over the past year.
SBC Summit will return to the Feira Internacional de Lisboa and MEO Arena on 16 to 18 September. Set to welcome 30,000 industry professionals from around the world, the event aims to offer three days of in-depth educational content, a comprehensive exhibition floor, and multiple networking opportunities on and off the exhibition floor.
