Beyond The Booth: Inside DB Investing’s Summit Experience

Affiliate marketing in fintech isn’t what it used to be. The old formula of push links, chase bonuses, hope for clicks, has collapsed under the weight of competition and skepticism. So why should you read this? Because what happened at the Dubai Affiliate Summit 2025 by SmartVision wasn’t just another industry event. It was a blueprint for the future, and DB Investing was at the heart of it.

Why This Summit Was Different

The Dubai Affiliate Summit brought together global and regional leaders to rethink how partnerships work in a market where trust is scarce and attention is expensive. For DB Investing, it was a chance to share a vision: IBs and affiliates aren’t middlemen, they’re micro-brands. They shape trader decisions, build credibility, and create experiences that last beyond the first deposit.

Our Big Win

DB Investing didn’t just attend we made an impact. The company earned an industry award for Best IB & Affiliate Program, a recognition that reflects years of building a partner ecosystem based on transparency, education, and measurable results.

“IBs and Affiliates are vital to any fintech business, especially in trading. At DB, we see them as growth partners, not just marketing channels.”

— Elena Kupriianova, CMO

The 3Cs Framework: A New Playbook

At the summit, DB Investing introduced the 3Cs of Marketing for IBs & Affiliates, a system designed for sustainable growth:

  • Content: Teach, don’t hype. Share insights on markets, trading psychology, and platform comparisons. Build authority through education, not empty promises.
  • Campaigns: Market like a business. Track CPL, CTR, FTDs, and retention. Avoid short-term gimmicks and create funnels that convert and retain.
  • Collaboration: Treat brokers as partners, not paymasters. Negotiate joint campaigns, share feedback, and focus on trader lifetime value.

“The Affiliate & Influencers Summit Dubai was a high-quality platform to meet and connect with partners and re-align with the latest trends in referral marketing.”

— Reno Mindemann, Head of Growth and Paid Media

Voices from Our Business Development Team

“Partnerships are no longer about quick wins. They’re about building trust that compounds over time. Every IB we work with is part of a bigger story.”

— Nadeem Akhtar (Senior Business Development Manager)

“Our focus is on creating value beyond commissions, educational resources, co-branded campaigns, and retention strategies that make affiliates indispensable to traders.”

— Thaha Pathikkaran Cheriya (Business Development Manager)

“When affiliates succeed, we succeed. That’s why we invest in tools and insights that help them grow sustainably.”

— Zobir Aldweil (Relationship Manager)

Key Insights from the Event

  • Trust is the rarest currency in affiliate marketing. Without it, clicks don’t matter.
  • Modern IBs thrive by educating, not selling.
  • Growth comes from measurable campaigns and purposeful collaboration, not quick wins.

“Every conversation reminded us that innovation happens when bold ideas meet shared ambition.”

— William Jones, Senior Relationship Manager

Why It Matters

The summit confirmed what we’ve always believed: innovation happens when bold ideas meet shared ambition. For DB Investing, that means continuing to empower partners with tools, insights, and opportunities to dream big and trade bigger.

Looking Ahead

Affiliate marketing is evolving fast. Those who adapt by building authority, measuring what matters, and partnering with purpose, will lead the next wave. Those who don’t? They’ll be left behind.