A new chapter for poker in latin america
The Poker TDA + WPF Continental Summit: Latin america - Brazil
1 Day
200+ Voices
Shared Knowledge
Evolving Poker
By and For the Builders of Poker
On December 1st, 2025, the World Poker Federation (WPF), the Tournament Directors Association (TDA), and Brazil’s Associação de Diretores de Torneios de Poker (ADTP), in partnership with the Confederação Brasileira de Texas Hold’em (CBTH), hosted the TDA + WPF + ADTP Continental Summit: Latin America Edition in São Paulo, Brazil.
Bringing together the voices and expertise of more than 200 professionals, the Summit celebrated the people who shape the game every day. It reaffirmed the strength of a region that has become a global reference in tournament structure, rule development, and professional standards.
This gathering marked a collective step forward for poker’s evolution, strengthening the alignment between institutions, enhancing the exchange of knowledge among leaders, and reinforcing a shared commitment to a unified and increasingly professional global poker ecosystem.
The summit is Supported by PokerWeb, H2Bet, BSOP and Real Poker, partners who believe in strengthening the community and contributing to the development of poker.
Behind the Mic
Exclusive moments from interviews with key voices at the Summit.
Event Highlights
Brazil has one of the most advanced tournament structures in the world, and events like this strengthen that foundation. The Summit is an opportunity to share our experience, exchange ideas, and keep raising the standard for poker across Latin America.
Devanir Campos
TDA Board Member
This Summit in Latin America reflects our mission at the World Poker Federation: to connect, professionalize, and elevate poker worldwide. It’s about building collaboration and recognition for those who make the game stronger every day.
leonardo cavarge
WPF CEO
This summit reinforces Brazil’s leadership in poker and the importance of collaboration between federations. Through CBTH, we are proud to help connect Latin America’s poker community and strengthen the sport’s structure for the future.
Alberoni Castro
CBTH President
Organizations Leading the Way
Founded in 2001, the Tournament Directors Association (TDA) is the global authority on poker tournament rules. With over 4,000 members across 65 countries, the TDA brings consistency, fairness, and professionalism to live poker events worldwide.
The World Poker Federation is the global organization leading the development of poker as a recognized mind sport. It supports national federations, promotes legal recognition, and builds a unified structure for the game of poker worldwide.
Brazil’s ADTP was created to guide tournament directors and organizers on the correct interpretation and application of poker rules. Its mission is to provide education, guidance, and a reliable reference for professionals in the game.
CBTH is the national federation representing poker as a mind sport in Brazil. It works to promote, organize, and regulate official competitions, while supporting the growth and professionalization of the game across the country.
Expert Panel Leaders
Devanir "DC" Campos
TDA Board member
Roberto Soares "bob"
BSOP Head Tournament Director
Alberoni "Bill" Castro
CBTH President
Marcus Júnior
BSOP Tournament Director
The summit is Supported by PokerWeb, H2Bet, BSOP and Real Poker, partners who believe in strengthening the community and contributing to the development of poker.
