BlockCon Global

Company History and Founding

BlockCon Global was founded in 2022 in the Dominican Republic, a jurisdiction that has become a hub for crypto-friendly regulation and iGaming innovation. The company was established to fill a gap in the market for intimate, high-touch business retreats focused on the intersection of Web3, finance, and iGaming, as opposed to the mass-attendance model of many blockchain conferences. The founding team, led by Co-Founder & CEO Raymond Ratti, saw an opportunity to create an environment where institutional investors, iGaming operators, and fintech platforms could engage in substantive regulatory dialogue and partnership building.

Business Model and Revenue

BlockCon Global generates revenue primarily through premium all-inclusive ticket sales and corporate sponsorships. The retreat model, which includes accommodation, meals, and curated programming at a luxury resort, commands a high ticket price, targeting senior executives and decision-makers. The company does not seek external funding; instead, it reinvests profits from each event into expanding programming and improving attendee experience. Sponsorships from blockchain exchanges, iGaming platforms, and fintech firms form a significant revenue stream, offering sponsors visibility during demo days, panel sessions, and networking events.

Core Products and Events

BlockCon Global’s flagship product is BlockCon Punta Cana, a multi-day all-inclusive retreat held at Barceló Bávaro Beach. The event features fireside chats, institutional networking, demo days, and panel discussions on stablecoin infrastructure, tokenised markets, and iGaming innovation. A key component is the BlockCon Demo Day, a pitch competition where early-stage Web3 startups present to a judging panel that has included representatives from major exchanges like OKX. The BlockCon Brand itself serves as the umbrella for these retreats, with potential expansion to other locations in the future.

Market Position and Competition

BlockCon Global occupies a niche at the intersection of Web3, finance, and iGaming, differentiating itself through exclusivity and a curated attendee list. Competitors include larger blockchain conferences such as Consensus, Devcon, and NFT.NYC, as well as industry-specific iGaming events like SiGMA and ICE. By limiting attendance and focusing on high-value networking, BlockCon positions itself as a boutique alternative for senior executives seeking actionable partnerships rather than broad educational content. Its Latin American location gives it a strategic advantage in attracting players from the region’s growing crypto and iGaming markets.

Leadership and Team

The company is led by Raymond Ratti, Co-Founder & CEO, who is the only C-level executive publicly confirmed. The team is lean, with 2–10 employees reported on LinkedIn, suggesting a hands-on operational model where key event management tasks may be outsourced or handled by a small core group. No other C-suite roles (CTO, COO, CFO) have been identified in public sources.