Official PokerConference & CAP SpringBreak Thread

[alexpratt]

If you haven't heard we have an awesome week planned for May in Cyprus which like all our events is free of charge for affiliates to attend.

The week kicks off with a specific poker affiliate conference which will have a very intimate community feel to it with no huge stands and some really high end poker specific contents - This will then be followed by CAP SpringBreak which is basically a 3/4 day relaxed networking event with sponsored activities and networking events ranging from trips out on teh island to beach parties. This may not sound like work but you really do get loads out of it; I went to my first CAP SpringBreak 3 years ago in Miami and it was by far the best and most useful event I have ever been to.

Further details can be found at Cap Spring Break and PokerConference.com but I will be posting developments in this thread as and when I have them.

[alexpratt]

CAP SPringBreak PR

CAP Spring Break to descend on Europe
After 5 successful years, CAP Spring Break, the biggest 4 day affiliate party in the industry is on tour and crossing the Atlantic to the luxurious island of Cyprus

For the past 6 years CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com have organized a fun, casual networking spring break event in paradise locations ranging from Miami Beach to the Bahamas and 2008 will be no different with the event moving to the sunny shore of Cyprus from May 21st – 24th which is immediately after the Poker Conference happening in the same venue.

Each year hundreds of the most progressive and influential people in the industry descend to a luxurious location to attend fun and exciting networking events sponsored by the leading internet gaming properties. CAP Spring Break is not your typical conference. This event not only seeks to educate and influence the industry, but also grows affiliate relationships via friendly networking. It is like no other event you have ever been to before and will change your entire outlook on how a business event should be run, Louis Fabiano, Founder of Casino Affiliate Programmes commented:

“CAP Spring Break is coming to Europe and it looks to be our biggest and best gathering yet! Of the all the conferences and gatherings we do each year this is my personal favorite and most CAP Members agree. Cyprus with it’s beautiful beaches, great clubs, and inexpensive drinks is the perfect fit for CAP Spring Break. Mrs. Professor and I are already packed!”

The event is being staged at the newly refurbished Grand Resort, a 5* luxurious beach side resort in the sunny and popular holiday town of Limassol. Perfectly situated just 30 minutes away from both of the islands two airports, the holiday resort is an ideal host for such an international and varied delegation of affiliates and operators alike. This year’s event is backing onto a new entry in the affiliate conference industry.

The inaugural Poker Conference 2008, will take place on May 19th to 21st at The Grand Resort, directly preceding Spring Break. Having two events in the one hotel, both free for affiliates to attend, should guarantee a good turnout and a spectacular event.
With such a relaxed atmosphere business is far more easily achieved and pool side meetings with a frozen margherita are a guaranteed. The event motto of ‘Outdrink, Outplay, Outearn’ ensures this is going to be one hell of a party!

[alexpratt]

Poker Conference PR

Poker Conference 2008 – Exclusive Poker Affiliate Conference Announced

PokerAffiliatePrograms.com has announced they will be hosting an exclusive conference for poker affiliates this May in Cyprus. This conference is expected to be THE premier event in 2008 for poker affiliates and poker affiliate programs.

Throughout the last two years, the poker affiliate market has become one of the most lucrative and fastest growing segments in all of online gaming.

Today the largest poker affiliate community in the world has announced they will be hosting an exclusive conference specifically for poker affiliates (pokerconference.com). The conference will take place between May 19th and May 21st in the beautiful country of Cyprus at the Grand Resort in Limassol.

The Poker Conference and Expo will be held just prior to the already popular CAP Spring Break (capspringbreak.com). This event will bring together poker affiliates, affiliate managers, and poker room operators for networking and sessions strictly relating to the poker affiliate market.

This much anticipated conference will feature two separate tracks. One track will be for poker affiliates and internet marketers. This track will feature speaker sessions, round table discussions, and expert panels all relevant to the current environment for poker affiliate marketers.

The second track will the first of its kind at any gaming convention, and will be targeted specifically for poker affiliate managers and operators. The topics discussed in these sessions are aimed to help affiliate managers recruit and retain quality affiliates.

Poker affiliates are invited to attend this conference absolutely FREE. The tradition of the ASOP (Affiliate Series of Poker) will also continue at this event with an added incentive. The winner of the ASOP at the poker conference will not only receive the coveted ASOP bracelet, but also a $10,000 package to play in the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event. Jeremey Enke General Manager of PokerAffiliatePrograms.com commented on the event:

“This is going to be a great event focused completely on the poker affiliate industry. Even more exciting is that we are doing two tracks, one for affiliates and one for affiliate managers. Combined with the great location, and giving away a WSOP seat, the Poker Conference is shaping up to be one of the best events of the year.”

[alexpratt]

Opps - I completely forgot! There will of course be the ASOP as well (Affiliate Series of Poker) where this time around we can't give cash away due to the laws out there so instead we are giving away a seat the WSOP main event in Vegas!! as well as the $10,000 new and improved gold and diamond bracelet!!

The tournaments details will be announced soon and this time it will be run over three days as a proper freezeout

[alexpratt]

Conference Schedule is now up for Poker Con - Let me know if you fancy volunteering to speak in one of the sessions.

xxxhttp://www.pokerconference.com/schedule.html - Remove the xxx

[alexpratt]

I'll keep posting in my own personel thread Feel free to reply or ask questions. Anyway the doors are open so please get over and register for your place at the best event ever (probably) - AND as always it is completely free for affiliates

Below is the email that went out today

Hi Guys, I am really pleased to be able to announce that the registration for both CAP SpringBreak and the Poker Affiliate Conference 2008 is now open and already filling up fast (http://www.event-space.com/capspringbreak/Home.asp). If you have had your head in the sand and are not aware of the events taking place in May I have listed below a small description for each one, but please click on their respective websites should you need any further information. The events themselves overlap and are taking place in Cyprus from May 19th - May 24th and form a perfect balance of exhibition, conference and networking events in a luxury resort in sunny Cyprus just a few hours from mainland Europe and 40 minutes from Israel making it an ideal location for an iGaming event. Poker Conference 2008 - PokerConference.com Throughout the past few years, the poker affiliate market has been experiencing exponential growth. Until now, all the industry events however have been broadly focused on the entire online gaming affiliate market. The team at PokerAffiliatePrograms.com is proud to bring you the 1st annual conference that will be focused completely on the poker affiliate side of the business. The Poker Conference will be an interactive 2 day event just prior to CAP SpringBreak and will encompass networking events, roundtable discussions, speaker sessions, a vendor exposition, and of course great parties. What is great about this event is that the conference streams will be split into two with content aimed at both the affiliates and the operators which has never been done before. If you are involved in the poker industry or haven been looking to get into the market this event is essential. CAP SpringBreak - Cap Spring Break For the past 6 years CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com have organized a fun, casual networking spring break event in paradise locations ranging from Miami Beach to the Bahamas and 2008 will be no different with the event moving to the sunny shore of Cyprus. CAP Spring Break is not your typical conference. This event not only seeks to educate and influence the industry, but also grows affiliate relationships via friendly networking. It is like no other event you have ever been to before and will change your entire outlook on how a business event should be run - There is no conference or expo just pure networking activities that help bring the industry and community closer. Last but certainly not least we have the ASOP (Affiliate Series of Poker) which will be running for the 5th time in Cyprus and with and even bigger bracelet being made and a ticket to the WSOP main event as the first prize it really is an event not to be missed!! The ASOP site is being updated over the next 24 hrs but is open for registration so get over to ASOP and register for this unmissable event. Oh, and before I sign off cc'd into this email is Marit who is a new addition to the events team and will be around 24/7 to answer any questions or queries you have regarding registration or the event itself. We should have a big announcement at the end of this week regarding the event so keep an eye out in your email. Thanks and speak soon Alex

[gregdpowell]

There is a pretty big announcement coming in the next few days regarding the ASOP tournament at this conference. I am personally really looking forward to going and discussing poker with some of the top affiliates and operators this May! Not to mention that Cyprus is just beautiful!

[alexpratt]

First CAP SpringBreak Event announced

Prime Gaming and EGO (the affiliate arm of RedKings and BGroom) have announced they will be jointly hosting a beach barbeque onThursday 22nd May

In true CAP SpringBreak style the first sponsored event announced by the organizers is a fantastic beach barbeque taking place on the first full day of the event straight after the final table of the ASOP (Affiliate Series of Poker) so the winner can celebrate in true Cyprus style.

Like any event that takes place at CAP SpringBreak this won’t be just any old barbeque on the beach with warm beer and burnt sausages. In fact the sponsors have promised this will be a party you won’t want to miss out on with plenty of surprises and Cypriot themed twists to the event from souvlaki, sheftlalia and haloumi to specially selected Cypriot cocktails and surprises.

“I am really pleased excited about this event – It really shows the commitment these guys have for making CAP SpringBreak in Cyprus the best one yet” commented Louis Fabiano, founder of CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com and CAP SpringBreak. “You just can’t beat hanging out at a barbeque with friends and colleagues from the affiliate community, and not just any barbeque, this is the ultimate in barbeques with an incredible location coupled with traditional Cypriot food and drink.”

The barbeque itself will be taking place at Drops Café bar which is located literally on the beach providing affiliates with an incredible backdrop of sun, sea and sand to enjoy – In fact the barbeque runs all the way from midday to seven pm which means guests will also be able to enjoy the incredible Cyprus sun set before setting off for the next CAP SpringBreak event!

If you want to thank the sponsors before or after the event you will find them both exhibiting at the Poker Conference, which takes place for the two days preceding CAP SpringBreak. Their well known brands include RedKings Poker, BGroom, Prime Casino, Prime Poker and Prime Scratchcards.

[gregdpowell]

Looks like there will be a little more fuel added to the fire for PokerConference.com as David 'Devilfish' Ulliott is set to be the keynote speaker. More info can be found on todays blog post on PAP.

Dave ‘Devilfish’ Ulliot set to keynote PokerConference 08′ | Poker Affiliate Blog

[alexpratt]

The guys that are organising this one are pulling out all the stops - Prepare for an amazing event!!

Arabian Nights Beach Party Announced for CAP SpringBreak Webroute Services has set the wheels in motion announcing the first of CAP Euro’s schedule of ‘out of hours’ entertainment On Wednesday 21 May, Day 1 of Spring Break 2008, CAP partygoers will enjoy an Arabian Nights Beach Party courtesy of the affiliate program for Webroute Services and, as you probably remember from the CAP Awards, Webroute Services spare no expense when it comes to organising a party. Yoni Sidi CEO of Webroute Services commented: “CAP Spring Break is all about the industry coming together and networking, establishing new contacts and generating new business whilst sipping cocktails by the pool and relaxing in the sun. We are absolutely delighted to once again be supporting CAP by hosting the first night party which is promising to be a fantastic night for all.” The party kicks off at 9pm and is situated just 3 minutes walk down the beach from the CAP Spring Break’s base camp, Grand Resort hotel. The designated beach area which becomes a purpose-built venue for the night will be illuminated with candles and lights making it clearly visible from the hotel, with easy access for those taking the CAP party “pilgrimage” across the sands. Free drinks will be on offer for the first two hours, with barmen serving from an extensive local and international selection. Guests can also refresh with some light bar snacks - crisps, nuts and popcorn. The private beach area will be an oasis of middle-eastern luxury decorated with tents, torches & candles, and several sympathetically designed pockets of activity, capturing a fine balance between soft seclusion with low tables and plush red, gold and deep purple cushions, and lively ‘meet and greet’ spaces with high cocktail tables Live entertainment will come in the form of belly dancers and stunning hostesses in themed dress. A DJ will carry us through into the early hours with some exotic beach-side grooves. So whether you want to ease into the four unforgettable days ahead or “rev up”, grab a strategic spot in the standing bar area, and get networking, this party will be an unmissable opening event to our best yet CAP Spring Break.

[alexpratt]

Hopefully this will make it a bit easier to plan your trip - Below is the latest update on the schedule:

Mon 19th May

All Day - Poker Conference Delegates Arrive on island and exhibitors set up stand

8pm till Late - Poker Conference Opening Cocktail Party – Most of us will have flown in today on a 5hr+ flight but that won’t stop us having a good time so we have arranged for a cocktail reception to welcome everyone to Cyprus around the hotel pool whilst the sun is setting. The perfect way to start the week! For those on a mission, there will be a club arranged in Limassol for people to head on to.

Tues 20th may

Day 1 of Poker Conference 2008

09:30 – 18:00 – All day Poker Conference – For full schedule please click here

12:00 – 13:30 – Lunch sponsored by Euro Partners and networking in Poker Conference Expo room

15:30 – 18:00 - The first part of the ASOP opens with 50 players fighting it out in the exhibition room to be crowned ASOP SpringBreak Champion and walk away with a seat in the WSOP and the converted ASOP gold and diamond winner’s bracelet. A free bar will be run all afternoon in the expo room for delegates

21:00 – Late - 888.com Sponsored Party. The venue is still to be confirmed but likely to be one of the top bars in Limassol where delegates can let their hair down, network, drink, play poker or simply relax and take in one of the coolest European island cities.

Wed 21st May

Day 2 of Poker Conference 2008 and Day 1 of CAP SpringBreak

09.30 – 17:30 – All day Poker Conference – For full schedule please click here

11.30 - CAP Spring Break Registration open

13:00 – 14:30 – Lunch sponsored by Euro Partners and networking in Poker Conference Expo room for Poker Con and CAP SpringBreak delegates

15:30 – 17:30 – Day 2 of the ASOP in the Poker Conference Expo room – This is where we will play down to the last 6 people so expect some bad beats, tough calls and generally some great poker atmosphere with a free bar running throughout the afternoon

21:00 – Late – Arabian themed party sponsored by Webroute Services. Just a few minutes walk from the Grand Resort this party is set to take us all by surprise and give us a brand new set of benchmarks to measure all future iGaming parties against!!.
The event will be set on a private secluded beach which will be converted into what is expected to be an incredible setting of tents, belly dancers, lanterns and all sorts of surprises making it an amazing CAP SpringBreak launch party.

Thurs 22nd May

Early Morning – Delegates own time to have meetings, swim in the sea, hang out at the pool (or pool side bar) or simply make new friends. We advice you meet people at the Grand Resort since the majority of people are staying there and there is likely to be a hive of networking going on.

10:30 - 13:00 – ASOP Final Table. The moment everyone has been waiting for! Filmed by The Poker Channel Europe this is going to be the best showdown we have ever seen for the ASOP with more players competing than ever before and a seat in the WSOP up for grabs as well as Barcelona hotel rooms and a $10,000+ winners bracelet.

14:00 – 20:00 – Beach BBQ sponsored by Prime Partners & Ego – If you think this is simply a BBQ on the beach with a few friends think again! This is Beach BBQ CAP SpringBreak style with a bit of Cyprus thrown in for good measure. The guys at Ego and Prime Partners are locals to Cyprus so know the best suppliers and the secrets never shared to foreigners before so expect the best in every way from this event!
Taking place at Drops beach café and bar the setting is incredible and literally on the beach so expect and amazing time soaking up the rays in a environment you only ever see on holiday programs. And have no fear, drink and food will be flowing and cooking through out the afternoon and long past sun set so sit back, relax and enjoy an awesome experience with your colleagues, friends and clients.

22:00 – Late – PKR sponsored party - You probably thought you were done for the day OH NO – This is Cyprus and more importantly it is CAP SpringBreak so the party only just got going and our friends at PKR have sourced what can only be the coolest bar in Limassol for us to descend on and show off our brand new tans whilst sipping on a cocktail. Details on the bar is soon to follow.

Fri 23rd May

Morning - Delegates own time to have meetings, swim in the sea, hang out at the pool (or pool side bar) or simply make new friends. We advice you meet people at the Grand Resort since the majority of people are staying there and there is likely to be a hive of networking going on.

13:00 – 18:00 – Sponsored watersports and beach Olympics event on the beach. This one is still being finalized but is likely to involve banana boats, jet skis, volley ball, the legendry CAP vs GPWA tug of war and much more!! Definitely one to wake us up after a week of “work” and get us all in a fun mood for the closing party

21:00 – Late – The closing party - At the start it seemed like it would never come but now we are here it feels like it came too soon. This is an opportunity to close the deals we forgot about, cement the friendships we have made and swap that last business cards we have left. This is the closing party but definitely not a come down because we are planning a huge blow out to finish the Poker Conference and CAP SpringBreak in style and keep you wanting more.
Details will follow but this is definitely one you do not want to miss!

Sat 24th May

Delegate and Sponsors Depart or stay for the weekend

[Matthew Wood]

Looks like an Amazing event Alex and co.

I'm very tempted with this one - anyone else going from here as I don't want to be lonley!

[gregdpowell]

Looking through the delegate list I spot a few members from A4U. Come over Matthew and we'll have a few drinks together! It should be a great time with loads of good poker information and networking.

[TheBoyMitchell]

Originally Posted by Matthew Wood Looks like an Amazing event Alex and co. I'm very tempted with this one - anyone else going from here as I don't want to be lonley!

Jamie and i will look after you Matt!

[alexpratt]

To all the affiliates going - Quick reminder that we have just 3 online freerolls left now for Cyprus and the last one on pokerkings.com tonight at 8pm GMT where 5 seats can be won.

If you haven't played before it is great fun and nice way to spend your time in the expo room with a free bar running throughout ! You can also of course win a seat in the main event of the WSOP (worth $10,000) in las Vegas as well as a gold and diamond winner bracelet worth over $10,000 - Oh and don't forget it is all being filmed by the Poker Channel Europe!!!!!

So if you want to play register on asop.com but for the password tonight email me on alex at igamingbusiness . com