G2E 2012 HIGHLIGHTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Networking and Celebrities Take Center Stage at Gaming Industry's Premier Event

LAS VEGAS -  Next week, gaming industry professionals from around the world will visit Las Vegas to attend Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2012.

LAS VEGAS -  Next week, gaming industry professionals from around the world will visit Las Vegas to attend Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2012. Here, they will explore industry innovations and get a first-hand look at the trends and ideas that are changing the business of gaming and shaping its future. G2E is the premier trade show and conference event for the international gaming entertainment industry and will take place Oct. 1 - 4 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas. G2E, organized by the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Reed Exhibitions, made its debut in fall 2001 as the first and only gaming trade show and conference event designed "by the industry, for the industry."

This year's highlights and special events include:

Welcome Reception: G2E's welcome reception will be held poolside at The Venetian on Monday, Oct. 1 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. and will provide attendees an opportunity to network while enjoying live entertainment, hors d'oeurves and cocktails. The reception will be emceed by David Hasselhoff and feature musical entertainment from Them & Us and The Guess Who.
- The Welcome Reception is sponsored by AudioAir, featuring "Monday Night Football," and co-sponsored by Red Square Agency and Bunnyjuice. The official wine and spirits sponsor is Southern Wine & Spirits.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: G2E 2012 officially opens with its annual ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 9:30 a.m. on the show floor, just inside the main exhibit hall.
- This year's ceremony will include several celebrity guests, including: Rick and Cory "Big Hoss" Harrison from the hit reality series Pawn Stars (with Bally Technologies, Inc.), NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer (with Bally Technologies, Inc.), Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS (with WMS Industries, Inc.) and Oompa Loompas (with WMS Industries, Inc.).

Food, Beverage & Hospitality (FB&H) and the Entertainment Arena: These popular G2E features will showcase the broad range of products, technologies and services that help create amazing non-gaming experiences at casinos around the country. These specialty show floor areas will be complemented by a number of special events and exhibits, such as:
- Ultra Lounge Uniform Fashion Show, sponsored by CINTAS, will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. (encore) in Hall D of the Exhibits in the Venetian Level 2.
- Entertainment Showcase Stage will feature live musical, comedy and entertainment acts on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 4:10 - 6 p.m. on the show floor adjacent to Food, Beverage & Hospitality exhibits. Attendees will be able to meet all of the artists after their performances in the meet and greet area adjacent to the stage.

Fremont Street Experience: Back by popular demand, the Fremont Street Experience on the show floor is a nod to classic Las Vegas and one of the most energetic and fun places in the city. Don't miss a number of exciting and interesting highlights, including afternoon snacks, entertainment, celebrity impersonators and contests that will take place on the Fremont Street aisle on the show floor Tuesday, Oct. 2 and Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 2 - 3 p.m.

Table Games Networking Lounge & Reception-NEW: This lounge and reception was created in response to requests from the industry for more networking options for table games executives. Network and connect at a reception on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 3:30 - 5 p.m., and visit the Table Games Network Lounge during regular floor hours. This reception is open only to table games executives.

Young Gaming Professionals Reception-NEW: Up and coming young gaming professionals are invited to attend the first-ever G2E Young Gaming Professionals Reception to network with fellow casino operators who have been working in the industry for five years or less. The reception will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 3 - 4 p.m. in the Players Club Lounge.

Latin American Gaming Networking Lounge & Reception: Network and connect with Latin American operators at a reception on Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., and visit the Latin American Gaming Network Lounge during regular floor hours. A Spanish translator will be available in the lounge. This reception is open only to executives doing business in Latin America.

NIGA Lounge & Networking Reception: Network and make new connections with fellow tribal gaming executives at a reception on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., and visit the NIGA Lounge during regular show floor hours. This reception is open only to tribal gaming executives.

Global Gaming Women (GGW): Returning for the second year, GGW will host several events that will provide women from throughout the global gaming community with education, mentorship and networking opportunities. At noon on Tuesday October 2, renowned BBC America journalist Katty Kay will be the featured speaker during an exclusive GGW luncheon; and on Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m., GGW will host a networking breakfast and roundtable discussion featuring some of the industry's top female executives. Both the breakfast and the luncheon events will take place in Galileo 901 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center.  GGW also will host a series of sessions during the broader G2E
 conference program. For more information about all GGW events, visit www.globalgamingwomen.org.

Casino Design Awards:  The only honors that specifically recognize excellence in the field of casino resort design and construction, the Casino Design Awards will be presented during a cocktail reception on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. in Galileo 901. The Sarno Award for Lifetime Achievement in Casino Design also will be presented.

For more information on G2E 2012, visit www.globalgamingexpo.com and connect with G2E on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.


Global Gaming Expo (G2E) is the international gaming trade show and conference "by the industry and for the industry."  Organized by the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Reed Exhibitions, G2E made its debut in fall 2001, defining itself as the pre-eminent show for the gaming-entertainment industry. 

The AGA represents the commercial casino-entertainment industry by addressing federal legislative and regulatory issues.  The association also serves as a clearinghouse for information, develops educational and advocacy programs, and provides leadership on industry-related issues of public concern.

Reed Exhibitions is the world's leader in organizing a wide range of events, including exhibitions, conferences, congresses and meetings. In 2006 Reed brought together more than 6 million industry professions from around the world, generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 34 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organized by 37 fully staffed offices. Reed's portfolio of more than 460 events services 52 key industry sectors.