Ahead of our consultants Alex Barron , David Rooney , and Jack Finnie’s upcoming trip to Gibraltar and the South of Spain, we spoke with Jessica Rhodes CMktr, Marketing Director at Paysecure, and Galya Srugo, Business Relationships Manager at Paysecure.

Below, Jessica and Galya share valuable insights about the upcoming event.

Jessica Rhodes (left) and Galya Srugo (right) share valuable insights about the upcoming Securing Faster Payments in iGaming event Paysecure is hosting aboard the Sunborn Yacht Hotel in Gibraltar.

What inspired Paysecure to launch this event in Gibraltar?

At Paysecure, we’re excited to deepen our engagement with local communities, starting with Gibraltar, which is where Galya is based. This is the first in a wider series of community-focused events we’re planning across multiple regions, not just Gibraltar. We chose to launch there because of our strong network, previous successful events, and Galya’s growing involvement in local women-in-tech and iGaming networking circles.

Our goal is to build on that momentum by creating a content-rich series that delivers real value to the communities we’re connecting with. It’s also an opportunity for us to bring together partners, peers, and professionals to share ideas, spark inspiration, and strengthen connections. At its core, it’s all about community and collaboration, not just a sales pitch.

From my experience, events like these, especially when led by companies like Paysecure, can be incredibly effective at fostering relationships, encouraging collaboration, and building trust.

Gibraltar felt like a natural starting point, especially given the quality of local speakers and the vibrant professional scene. Looking ahead, we’re planning to continue this initiative into 2026, with events in locations such as Malta and London.

What makes these events special is that they’re rooted in local communities, focusing on places where there are real pockets of engagement and energy. And while London is often the go-to for UK-based events, we’re excited to be doing something different starting outside the usual hubs.

Why is now the right time to bring the industry together to address iGaming payment challenges?

I’d approach this question by first explaining our solution and how we see ourselves within the broader payments ecosystem.

The term payment orchestration has been around since about 2018, but in the years that followed, especially from my experience in the industry, it was still a relatively new and emerging concept. There weren’t many orchestration providers back then, particularly in the iGaming space, where many operators were building solutions in-house. At the time, they may not have realised they were effectively building orchestration layers, they were just solving the immediate problems they faced.

However, we would argue that these in-house builds are rarely future-proof or scalable over the long term. That’s really where payment orchestration was born: out of necessity, but without a formalised name or structure.

Fast forward to today, and we see orchestration becoming a recognised and increasingly critical solution. More businesses are acknowledging the complexity of their payment workflows and are actively seeking alternatives, particularly third-party solutions that are more flexible, scalable, and efficient than what they can manage internally. We believe now is a catalyst moment: adoption is growing, challenges are better understood, and orchestration is no longer a niche idea, it’s becoming more mainstream.

In iGaming specifically, payments are core to the business. Because of that, professionals in the sector are often among the most forward-thinking in the world. They’re constantly seeking to optimise, innovate, and stay ahead of the curve. That openness to change, combined with our position as a central player in the ecosystem, creates a compelling opportunity for meaningful conversations.

We also see this as a key moment to explore the intersection of payment orchestration and emerging technologies like AI, especially in areas such as automation, optimisation, and security. These topics, alongside player experience, are front of mind for us and will be central to the discussions at our event.

Of course, regulation and compliance are always important, and they tend to be focal points for many in the industry. While we’ll certainly address those, our primary focus is on innovation and player experience; what’s changing, what’s possible, and how orchestration and AI can unlock new opportunities for iGaming operators now and into the future.

To answer the question of ‘why now’ – orchestration has reached a point of broader adoption, and we’re positioned at the centre of that evolving ecosystem. The iGaming community is open to innovation and often leads the way in trying new technologies. We believe we’re at an inflection point across several fronts, making this the right moment to gather insights, spark meaningful conversations, and build a stronger, more connected community.

Can you walk us through the key objectives of the “Securing Faster Payments in iGaming” event?

I think for us, it’s really about balancing all the moving parts. As an orchestrator, our role is to sit at the centre of the ecosystem and help iGaming operators navigate the full spectrum of challenges across the payments journey from player expectations and payment methods, right through to backend optimisation and routing.

This space is complex, and the technology behind it isn’t always straightforward. Having worked in various SaaS businesses, I can confidently say this is the most intricate I’ve encountered. But that’s exactly why this kind of technology exists; to simplify the complexity.

Events like this are so important because they bring together professionals, fresh perspectives, and strategies that some operators may not have considered yet. It’s an opportunity to be inspired, to learn from others, and to bring those insights back into your own organisation.

What kind of collaboration or outcomes are you hoping this event will spark among attendees?

For us, it’s really about building genuine connections and meaningful rapport. I work remotely and have experience in a number of international companies, so I’m used to that kind of setup. But within the iGaming industry, particularly with Paysecure, I’ve noticed people are even more geographically spread out. That physical distance can make it harder to connect on a deeper level.

Of course, we have the big industry expos, but those can be incredibly intense and, at times, overwhelming. Even though they bring a lot of people together, you often don’t get the chance for meaningful, in-depth conversations. There are back-to-back meetings, drinks receptions, and constant movement.

That’s why events like this are so valuable. They’re more content-rich and focused, creating the space for longer, more thoughtful conversations. It gives people a better opportunity to sit down, connect properly, and build the kinds of relationships that really help move the industry forward.

It’s not about pitching products. Ultimately, it’s about building meaningful relationships and creating space for real conversations.

iGaming is a relationship-driven industry. It’s built on trust and reputation. What we’re trying to do is foster a genuine community, one where people feel safe to speak openly, ask tough questions, and have honest, constructive discussions. That’s where the real value lies.

Galya adds, “I’ve noticed some companies are based in the UK but have employees working here in Gibraltar. While they do hire locally, they often don’t have a physical office, which means these employees don’t always get the opportunity to meet or connect with their colleagues. This event is a fantastic opportunity to bring those people together.”

Special thanks to both Jessica and Galya for speaking with us. Click here to find out more about the event which will be held on 16th October at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel.