Event Organiser / Conference & Exhibition Operator

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  Beacon Events

  Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  Beacon Events is a Hong Kong-based, privately held events company that has spent more than two decades designing and delivering world-class conferences, exhibitions, and digital experiences for senior executives, business leaders, and government officials. Independent and research-led, the company combines academic insight with commercial expertise to produce programmes across sectors such as natural and mineral resources, finance and investment, mining, ESG, government, sustainability, and technology. Its portfolio includes some of the most respected industry gatherings globally, including IMARC in Sydney, Resourcing Tomorrow in London, and government-partnered forums like the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh. With a workforce of roughly 125 employees, Beacon operates as a global facilitator of intelligence sharing and industry growth, emphasising high-level networking and actionable content. The company was founded by chairman Chris Maybury and CEO Daniel Kirwin, who maintain deep roots in the mining and events sectors. Beacon's events are known for curated delegate lists that include C-suite executives, policymakers, and investors, and the company has increasingly invested in digital and hybrid event capabilities to support year-round engagement.

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  Balkan iGaming Conference

  Belgrade, Serbia

  The Balkan iGaming Conference (BIG Conference) is a B2B networking and business event focused on the iGaming, sports betting, and gambling technology sectors in Southeast Europe. Held annually in Belgrade, Serbia, it serves as a marketplace and knowledge-sharing hub for operators, suppliers, affiliates, and regulators targeting the Balkan and wider European markets. The conference aims to provide a high-quality, focused environment for discovering products, discussing regional regulatory developments, and forging strategic partnerships. It features expert panels, an exhibition hall, and networking functions such as parties and awards. The event is a separate entity from the longer-established Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Expo (BEGE) in Sofia, Bulgaria, reflecting a growing trend of specialised events for sub-regions. The conference is primarily promoted through its official website and Instagram account.