Gambling industry gathers in Vegas as G2E officially kicks off

2016-09-27

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The Global Gaming Expo 2016, known in the industry as G2E, officially begins today at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is the gathering of industry movers and shakers that will come together to get a fresh look on the ideas that are changing the business for real.

Considered a preeminent show for the global casino-entertainment industry, G2E is organized by Reed Exhibitions and the American Gaming Association, already announcing for this year’s edition more exhibiting companies and more exhibit space sold compared to the 2015 experience.

The exhibit hall hours are 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Also today there will be a G2E Welcome Reception that will take place at 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Hall D.

Education at G2E

Operators, manufacturers, suppliers and top-executives from all over the world will be able to attend highly interesting seminars focused on the issues that industry players wrestle with every day. And all of it, at the largest show floor in the United States with 450+ exhibitors.

“Visitors to the 2016 G2E show will experience a more-efficient show floor,” Senior Vice President of Reed Exhibitions Ed Several said.

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“Education at G2E this year will be like never before. To better-serve the industry, we convened a panel of experts to share the challenges that many of us face today,” Mr Several commented

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“On the floor”

Regarding the Integrated Resort Experience which was first launched last year, bringing lots of non-gaming elements into the show, the Reed Exhibitors VP explained the 2016 version will be “directly on the show floor.”

“We’ve listened to our customers and moved the Integrated Resort Experience directly on the show floor. This will further combine non-gaming with traditional gaming and offer attendees new ways of driving revenue from alternate sources.”

Main seminars and panel sessions

The popular conference and international gaming trade show will host sessions covering a variety of topics that are instrumental to the future of gaming, featuring expert presenters such as NBA Commissioner Emeritus David J. Stern who will be leading a “Super Session” on September 29 to discuss his support for legalizing sports betting.

Following you can find some of other engaging sessions that will take place during the week:

IntyeGaming Suppliers Roundtable 09-27-2016, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Sands Expo & Convention Center - Bellini 2001 A
eSports and Casinos: The Coming Collision 09-28-2016, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, Sands Expo & Convention Center - Bellini 2001 A
Gathering Storm: Future of iGaming in the U.S. 09-26-2016, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Sands Expo & Convention Center - Bellini 2001 A
The Legalization of Sports Betting in the U.S. Beyond the Silver State 09-28-2016, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Sands Expo & Convention Center - Bellini 2003
Elections Are Consequential: The Political and Legislative Landscape and What It All Means for Gaming 09-27-2016, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sands Expo & Convention Center - Bellini 2003

Check the complete list of activities.

The big star: eSports

“The industry is healthy and we look forward to a very prosperous year ahead,” Mr. Several pointed out also highlighting the role that the eSports debate will surely play at the event.

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“eSports may be the next big business opportunity for casinos, opening channels for new customers and revenue streams as well as challenges with compliance and responsible gaming,” he said

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“Education attendees will learn how to stay ahead of this new wave by understanding the structure of eSports professional leagues, the demographics of players and spectators as well as insights into regulatory challenges.”

Special events

Attending G2E is clearly a smart decision for anyone working in gaming to learn the trends in the industry and find out about the latest products. But the show is also a great opportunity to be part of the so called Special Events (enlace a todos los SE) that enhance the Las Vegas gaming show.

From the 5th Annual Emerging Leaders Program and the Tribal Gaming and NIGA reception to the G2E Privileges Lounge and the Casino Entertainment Awards, visitors this year will have their hands busy when choosing among the attractions on the Special Events list.

For more information, visit G2E http://www.globalgamingexpo.com/