SBC Summit Earns CPD Certification: What Does It Mean for Delegates?

The Continuous Professional Development (CPD) certification awarded to SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit means that attendees can formally document the training activities completed in Lisbon. The programs from both conferences have been independently audited by The CPD Certification Service, ensuring their educational value and allowing delegates to include the training received in their professional records.

What Is CPD Certification and How Does It Apply to SBC Summit?

Continuous Professional Development involves training and skill enhancement throughout a career. The organization The CPD Certification Service reviews and identifies educational activities that meet its standards. In this context, the programs of the SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit have obtained official accreditation, validating that their contents provide professional value assessed by an external body.

This accreditation covers all training sessions, workshops, and masterclasses of both events. Participants can choose from a wide range of topics: artificial intelligence, regulation of new markets, customer acquisition, technology, product innovation, payments, and emerging markets.

Which Sessions and Activities Contribute CPD Hours at SBC Summit?

All conference sessions, academies, and masterclasses from SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit count towards the CPD record. At SBC Summit, this includes six different stages: from keynote presentations on the Super Stage to discussions about global technology, emerging markets, payments, regulation, and product development. In Affiliate Leaders Summit, topics range from audience development strategies and customer acquisition to the growth of affiliate businesses.

The optional Education+ pass (€249) expands access to accredited training, offering hands-on technical academies and interactive masterclasses. The included academies are:

• Player Experience Academy, sponsored by Soft2Bet
• AI Academy
• Digital Marketing & CRM Academy
• Web3 and Crypto Academy

The masterclasses cover trading, electronic gaming, and responsible gaming. Education+ allows attendance at one academy at a time; it's recommended to plan according to professional priorities. The masterclasses are included with Tech Academy add-ons or with Conference, Business, or VIP passes.

Ask Your Employer About Training Budget Before Registering

The ticket cost may fit within your company’s training budget, according to internal policy. It is not necessary for the employer to be a member of The CPD Certification Service to justify the request. By presenting the program, sessions of interest, and explaining how CPD training will benefit the team, the chances of obtaining funding are increased.

An example of an argument, suggested by the organization, could be: "I want to attend sessions on artificial intelligence to compare approaches and bring recommendations to the team. The content is CPD certified. Could the pass be funded from the training budget?"

It’s useful to attach the agenda and estimated costs and to inquire about internal approval requirements. Obtaining CPD certification can support the request to human resources or management.

How to Use Your CPD Certificate After SBC Summit

The CPD certificate serves as official proof of completed learning. It can be added to the professional development record along with notes on attended sessions and lessons learned. If your company supported attendance, it is advisable to share the certificate and the ideas to be implemented in the workplace.

In case of formal requirements for professional development, the certificate can be processed according to the employer's rules or the pertinent professional bodies. Many attendees post their certificates on LinkedIn, accompanied by key learnings or reflections on their conference experience.

Process to Obtain the CPD Certificate After the Conference

After the event concludes, SBC gathers attendance data and presents it to The CPD Certification Service. A calculation of hours is made based on the sessions actually completed. Each attendee will receive an email with a link to the myCPD portal, where they can access and download their personalized certificate. It's important to have registered with the same email used for the event signup. Issuance of the document may take up to 28 days after the information is sent.

The CPD certificate is recognized and can be used to document professional development, presented to human resources, or to certify compliance with specific industry regulations. This adds a layer of value to the investment in attending SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit, which will take place from September 29 to October 1, 2026, in Lisbon. You can check the conference schedule of SBC Summit to choose sessions aligned with your professional goals.