The Affiliate Leaders Summit is coming back to Lisbon this September, and it’s growing fast. After a successful launch, the event will now run for three full days at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL), from 16 to 18 September. This year also introduces a new highlight: the first-ever Affiliate Leaders Awards.
Held alongside the SBC Summit, this event is made for affiliates, affiliate managers, and suppliers. It’s focused on creating better learning and networking opportunities. Attendees will include 8,000 operator representatives and 3,500 affiliates. Everyone attending the Affiliate Leaders Summit also gets access to the main SBC Summit, including the expo, Super Stage talks, and evening events featuring well-known speakers like Gary Vaynerchuk.
SBC Founder and CEO Rasmus Sojmark said that last year’s launch was a huge milestone and that this year, the goal is to go even bigger. Giving the summit three full days means more time to connect, learn, and explore everything the event has to offer. Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, shared:
“Last year’s launch of the Affiliate Leaders Summit was a big milestone for us. The response was incredible, but we knew we could do even more. That’s why this year, we’re giving it the time it deserves; three full days to ensure attendees can take in everything this event has to offer.
“We’re also introducing the Affiliate Leaders Awards, which I’m personally very excited about. Affiliates play a vital role in this industry, and it’s time we had a platform that truly celebrates their work alongside the operator programmes and suppliers who help make it all happen.”
The conference content on the Affiliate Leaders Stage will take attendees through the current and future state of affiliate marketing. Topics include marketing tech, performance tools, SEO driven by community, smarter partnerships, and what lies ahead in areas like AI and affiliate manager roles.
Panels and workshops will cover key areas such as automation, CRM, content quality, and transparency. Speakers include well-known leaders like Jonathan Edelshaim (Natural Intelligence), Elaine Gardiner-Ruddock (TAG Media), Peter Gunni (Traffic Lab), Filip Komljenovic (Sofascore), Deb Lee (Entain), Andre Machado (Clever Advertising), Leanne Muleba (Matching Visions), and Johan Styren (Dilanti Media).
The summit also adds new stages focusing on Global Markets and Emerging Markets . These are great for affiliates and operators exploring cross-border growth or looking to better understand new audiences.
Attendees will enjoy premium networking events, including the Opening Party with Joel Corry and Imanbek and the return of INFINITY Lisbon, featuring performances from Alok and Timmy Trumpet.
Sojmark added:
“The Affiliate Leaders Summit is designed to make networking and easier by giving you a dedicated space to connect. But the hospitality doesn’t stop there. You’re part of the full SBC Summit experience. With access to all six stages, complimentary food and drinks at the Food Festival, and the freedom to explore every area of the event, you’re welcome to engage as widely as you like. The Affiliate Leaders Summit simply helps you focus your efforts where they matter most.”
Affiliate or operator? Get your free pass now.
Not an operator or affiliate? Here are your options:
- VIP Event Pass: Includes all conference sessions, networking parties, a €30 food festival wristband, and access to post-event content.
- Group VIP Event Pass: Buy three or more passes and get each for just €400.
- Expo+ Pass: Access to the exhibition floor and all sessions, excluding networking events.
- Expo Only Pass: Free access to the expo floor only.
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