Tbilisi, photo ops & real connections: inside GGate Conf with Betatransfer

Tbilisi knows how to make an impression. From the moment you land, the city welcomes you — and if you show up as the main payment sponsor of the region’s biggest iGaming event, staying under the radar simply isn’t an option. On June 28–29, Betatransfer joined GGate Conf — and we made sure people talked about us.

We ditched the usual stand and brought in something that really gets people together — a proper photo zone. Simple idea, big impact. Non-stop selfies, networking, good chats, a lot of fun — our space turned into one of the most popular spots at the event.

It was also the first big industry event for our new Business Development Manager — Sonya Husakova. New team, new market, key event — no easy start, but she nailed it.

We asked Sonya how it all went down.

— Sonya, first event with Betatransfer — how was it?

Sofia Husakova, BDM Betatransfer
Honestly? It blew my expectations. GGate Conf isn’t just a conference — it feels like a closed circle of industry insiders. Everyone knows everyone, conversations flow easily, networking’s natural.

And the photo zone? Total win. So many laughs, so many pictures, so many side conversations — the perfect way to break the ice. I reckon people will remember that corner just as much as the speaker line-up.

— What are clients looking for these days?

Sofia Husakova, BDM Betatransfer
Flexibility, no doubt. Local payments, cross-border solutions, crypto — the market’s challenging, people want reliable, easy-to-integrate tools.

That’s exactly what we’re known for — fast set-up, stable conversion, proper 24/7 support. Clients appreciate that.

— What surprised you most?

Sofia Husakova, BDM Betatransfer
The number of ambitious, young teams. So many new players entering the market, looking for reliable payment partners, support, ready-made solutions. You can tell the industry’s growing fast, and that’s exciting.

Also, how easy it is to meet people here. The atmosphere really helps.

— And personally, what stood out for you?

Sofia Husakova, BDM Betatransfer
The photo zone, obviously (laughs). So many photos, so much good energy. Definitely the right call.
And Georgia itself. Tbilisi is such a warm, lively city — perfect for an event like this.

— Where can people meet you and Betatransfer next?

Sofia Husakova, BDM Betatransfer
Summer’s just getting started. We’re out there, always in touch. Next big stops — SBC Lisbon and SIGMA Rome, with our stand and some new solutions to show.

But if you want to talk sooner — I’m always available on Telegram.