{"id":3314,"date":"2025-12-02T15:37:13","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T12:07:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/?p=3314"},"modified":"2025-12-28T14:46:15","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T11:16:15","slug":"shangri-la-colombo-to-host-the-7th-annual-spice-south-asia-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/3314\/","title":{"rendered":"Shangri-La Colombo to host the 7th annual SPiCE South Asia Summit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>7th Annual Strategic Platform for iGaming Conference &amp; Exhibition (SPiCE) South Asia 2026<\/strong> returns to the luxurious <strong>Shangri-La Colombo<\/strong>, <strong>Sri Lanka<\/strong>, an icon of contemporary elegance and world-class hospitality.<br><br>Running from <strong>24 \u2013 26 March 2026<\/strong>, the summit brings together the region\u2019s leading innovators, investors, and regulators in a setting that blends modern sophistication with Sri Lanka\u2019s rich cultural heritage. Expect immersive sessions, future-rooted discussions, and curated networking experiences that place you at the core of South Asia\u2019s gaming and hospitality ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the <strong><em>SP\u2019iCE\u2019 Breaker Welcoming Reception<\/em><\/strong> to the <strong><em>SPiCE It Up Poker Tournament<\/em><\/strong>, the summit offers unmatched opportunities to connect, celebrate, and engage with the industry. Each session and interaction is crafted to ignite fresh perspectives, reconnect the industry, and empower attendees to drive the region\u2019s next surge of expansion!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sri Lanka: A Gateway for Growth and Investment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sri Lanka is entering a pivotal moment in its gaming and hospitality evolution. The <strong>Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA)<\/strong> is being established to centralise and modernise the national regulatory framework, creating a more transparent, investment-ready, and responsibly governed market. The GRA is expected to be fully operational by 30 June 2026, marking a major step toward strengthened oversight and enhanced opportunities for the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As reforms take hold, Sri Lanka is rapidly establishing itself as South Asia\u2019s strategic gateway, attracting both regional and international stakeholders seeking clarity and long-term opportunities. This momentum is further strengthened by the nation\u2019s expanding integrated resort and tourism development pipeline, positioning Sri Lanka as a world-class destination for entertainment, hospitality, and sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Expect at SPiCE South Asia 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare for an enriching three-day experience at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and high-level networking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Premium conference-driven format<\/strong> \u2013 Expert-led sessions covering regulation, compliance, investment, technology, destination development, talent, and integrity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regional insights<\/strong> \u2013 Explore opportunities across South Asia\u2019s regulated gaming hubs, with dedicated discussions on emerging market trends and regional growth potential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elite networking<\/strong> \u2013 Experience the <strong><em>SP\u2019iCE\u2019 Breaker Welcoming Reception<\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em>SPiCE South Asia Eventus Awards Ceremony<\/em><\/strong>, where you will meet the region\u2019s most influential decision-makers in a sophisticated setting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market intelligence &amp; thought leadership<\/strong> \u2013 Gain clarity on the trends shaping sustainable and responsible sector growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Partnership opportunities<\/strong> \u2013 Engage with key industry players to build relationships that can translate into partnerships, joint ventures, and closed deals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Your Distinguished Networking Line-Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meet the region\u2019s leading executives, policymakers, innovators, and advisors in one luxurious location. <strong>SPiCE South Asia 2026<\/strong> will welcome a world-class lineup of speakers, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bolormaa Ganbold<\/strong>, Senior Director, <strong>Murray International<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Danny Too<\/strong>, VP \u2013 Sales, <strong>MediaPro<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dr. Dharshana Weerakoon<\/strong>, Group COO, <strong>ADN Holdings Private Limited<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dr. Harsha de Silva<\/strong>, Chairman, <strong>Committee on Public Finance, Parliament of Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gaurav Sawant<\/strong>, Founder &amp; CEO, <strong>The Nestling Network<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mahesh Madan Bhat<\/strong>, Founder, <strong>MMB Legal<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Niall Murray<\/strong>, Chairman, <strong>Murray International<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prasad Narasimha<\/strong>, CEO &amp; Director, <strong>Sherlock\u2019s Hospitality<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Joe Pisano<\/strong>, CEO, <strong>Jade Entertainment &amp; Gaming Technologies Inc.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>R. Sivam<\/strong>, General Manager, <strong>Majestic Pride Lanka<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rushda Niyas<\/strong>, Managing Director, <strong>JAAR Law<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sajith Ansar<\/strong>, Founder &amp; CEO, <strong>Idea Spice Design<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sandeep Chawdhury<\/strong>, Director \u2013 Business Development, <strong>Bally\u2019s Entertainment Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2026AND MANY MORE!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get Involved &amp; Secure Your Place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Register as a Delegate<br><\/strong>Join the South Asian region\u2019s premier gaming and hospitality event. Connect with top operators, regulators, investors, and innovators.<br>Registration link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spiceseries.com\/ssa\">https:\/\/www.spiceseries.com\/ssa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibit or Sponsor<br><\/strong>Position your brand at the heart of South Asia\u2019s future-focused gaming community. For exhibition spaces, sponsorship packages, or tailored branding opportunities, contact:<br><strong>loumari@eventus-international.com<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Speaking Opportunities<br><\/strong>Want to share your expertise with a high-level audience? Email <strong>hannah@eventus-international.com<\/strong> to explore speaking slots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stay Connected<br><\/strong>Keep up with the latest announcements, session updates, and networking highlights. Follow our LinkedIn showcase page: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/showcase\/spice-south-asia\/posts\/?feedView=all\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/showcase\/spice-south-asia\/posts\/?feedView=all<\/a><strong><br><br>Join Us in Colombo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Head to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spiceseries.com\/ssa\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spiceseries.com\/ssa\">https:\/\/www.spiceseries.com\/ssa<\/a> to secure your spot, review exhibitor and sponsorship options, and connect with us on LinkedIn to keep up with the latest updates as <strong>SPiCE South Asia 2026<\/strong> approaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look forward to welcoming you to <strong>Colombo, Sri Lanka<\/strong>, from <strong>24 \u2013 26 March 2026<\/strong>, at the magnificent <strong>Shangri-La Colombo<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 7th Annual Strategic Platform for iGaming Conference &amp; Exhibition (SPiCE) South Asia 2026 returns to the luxurious Shangri-La Colombo,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3315,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3314","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-1"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3314"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3316,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314\/revisions\/3316"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3315"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3314"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3314"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.leylaj.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3314"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}