Summary
- The SBC Awards Americas honor the elite in iGaming and sports betting.
- Thirty-five accolades have been awarded to the most deserving leaders and entities in the industry.
- Kaizen Gaming, Sportradar, and other companies receive several accolades
- Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel received the Tribal Gaming Operator of the Year award.
- Dominic Ortiz, CEO and General Manager of Potawatomi Casino and Hotel, has been awarded the Tribal Leader of the Year.
The winners of the SBC Awards Americas were announced at an event held on May 14, 2025, at Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Taking the top honors were FanDuel, Kaizen Gaming, and Sportradar. The SBC Awards Americas is a prestigious event that brings together the iGaming and sports betting industries from North and Latin America, celebrating the achievements of operators, affiliates, suppliers, and individuals who contribute significantly to these sectors. The ceremony was hosted by well-known Mexican sports journalist and TV personality Inés Sainz. The event saw more than 35 awards distributed to over 600 industry representatives in attendance. Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, praised the award winners and underscored the event's importance: When we launched SBC Summit Americas, our goal was to showcase the incredible talent across both continents. The SBC Awards Americas provides the perfect platform to celebrate that talent. The level of excellence this year exceeded all expectations. Congratulations to all our deserving winners. Among the highlights, FanDuel was named Sportsbook Operator of North America, and BetMGM solidified its position as Casino Operator of the Year, North America. Zula Casino was honored as Social Gaming Operator of the Year, and FanDuel won a second accolade for Socially Responsible Initiative of the Year. In the Tribal categories, multiple leaders were recognized. Sportradar stood out by winning awards for Sports Data Product and Live Betting & Gaming Product categories. White Hat Studios claimed the Game of the Year award, while RubyPlay was chosen for the Women’s Empowerment Initiative of the Year. Meanwhile, Kaizen Gaming was awarded both Sportsbook Operator of the Year – Latin America and Casino Operator of the Year – Latin America, further cementing its position as a leading force in the regional gaming and betting industry. To see the complete list of winners, visit the official SBC Awards Americas website.
