The iGaming affiliate world has a date circled on the calendar: April 16–17, 2026. That’s when the EGR Power Affiliates Summit returns, and this year, it’s heading back to the sun-soaked shores of Marbella, Spain, at the iconic Puente Romano Resort on the Golden Mile.
If you work in iGaming affiliate marketing at a senior level, this is probably the one event you genuinely can’t afford to skip.
What Is the EGR Power Affiliates Summit?
For those new to it: the EGR Power Affiliates Summit is an invitation-only gathering organized by EGR Global, bringing together C-Level executives from the most influential affiliate companies in the industry. The invite list is drawn directly from the EGR Power Affiliates rankings, so the room is, by design, filled with decision-makers from the sector’s top-performing organizations.
It’s been running for over 15 years and has quietly become one of the most respected fixtures in the iGaming events calendar. Not the biggest, but arguably the most influential for affiliate-side leadership.
Where and When
- Dates: April 16–17, 2026
- Venue: Puente Romano Resort, Marbella, Spain
- Format: Two-day summit with content sessions, networking, and social events
The Puente Romano is a fitting backdrop. Set on Marbella’s prestigious Golden Mile, it blends Andalusian architecture, lush gardens, and Mediterranean sea views into an environment that’s genuinely conducive to serious industry conversation, without the noise and chaos of a trade show floor.
What’s on the Agenda?
The full session agenda requires registration to access, but EGR Global has outlined the general structure for 2026: a two-day programme combining insightful content sessions, dynamic roundtable discussions, and extensive networking, including drinks receptions and a dinner.
The agenda itself is shaped through direct research with senior market executives, which means the topics are designed to reflect what actually matters to affiliate leaders right now, not just whatever’s generating buzz. Expect sessions covering regulatory shifts, partnership models, AI’s growing role in affiliate marketing, player acquisition trends, and the evolving relationship between affiliates and operators.
Speakers are curated to bring a genuine range of expert perspectives, with the goal of sending attendees home with practical ideas and actionable strategies, not just industry platitudes.
Who Attends?
Access is strictly by invitation, and attendance is tied to the EGR Power Affiliates rankings, EGR’s annual list of the most influential affiliate companies globally. Senior executives from those ranked companies form the core audience.
With that being said, Gamblers Connect is proud to announce its attendance at this prestigious gathering for the second time. Once again, we will be represented by our Founder and CEO, Gjorgje Ristikj, who will be engaging with fellow leaders to discuss the future of player engagement and the evolving role of quality content in the affiliate space.
Why It Matters for the Affiliate Industry
The EGR Power Affiliates Summit 2026 isn’t just a networking event, it functions as something of a strategic temperature check for the affiliate sector each year. The discussions held at Marbella often signal where the industry is heading on topics like compliance, operator-affiliate dynamics, content strategy, and responsible gambling standards.
For GamblersConnect, events like this are part of the wider ecosystem we track closely. As an affiliate media platform built around transparency, editorial integrity, and responsible gambling, our own Responsible Gambling Index (RGI) reflects the kind of standards that the affiliate industry’s senior leadership increasingly embraces at forums like this one.
The iGaming affiliate space is under more regulatory and reputational scrutiny than ever. Gatherings where senior figures can have frank conversations, off the trade show floor, in an environment built for real dialogue, play a meaningful role in how the sector evolves.
Sponsorship Opportunities
EGR Global has confirmed that sponsorship opportunities are available but intentionally limited for 2026, the stated goal being to maintain an optimal buyer-to-seller ratio and ensure that sponsor interactions carry genuine value rather than being diluted by volume.
If you’re a B2B operator or service provider looking to get direct access to affiliate C-suites in an exclusive setting, this is one of the more targeted opportunities available in the calendar.
Contact EGR Global directly at:
- [email protected]
- +44 (0)20 7360 5402
How to Attend
The summit is invite-only. If your company is ranked in the EGR Power Affiliates list or you hold a senior leadership role in the affiliate sector, you may be eligible. The best route is to register your interest directly through the EGR Power Affiliates Summit website or reach out to the EGR team.
Bottom Line
The EGR Power Affiliates Summit 2026 is shaping up to be another strong edition. The venue is proven, the format works, and the audience represents the affiliate industry’s real decision-making layer, not the periphery of it.
Whether you’re going, sending a team member, or just tracking what the affiliate sector’s leadership is focused on this year, it’s worth keeping April 16–17 on your radar.
We’ll be covering any notable announcements or insights to come out of the event, so stay tuned to GamblersConnect for updates.
