Networking Events
Keynote Addresses
Opening Day Keynote: The Second City
Tuesday, September 24 at 10:30 am
For 50 years, The Second City has been North America's foremost comedy theater. Our unique brand of social and political satire mixed with improvisation has delighted audiences all over the world. The skills we use to create the world's best satire and comedy are the same skills we teach every day to many of the world's most successful corporations, helping them become more innovative, team driven and nimble organizations.
We use humor and open conversation to honestly identify challenges, and improv learning techniques that build both individual and team skills to address those challenges. In fact, because everything we do in improvisation is about enabling the ensemble, teamwork is an inescapable outcome of our work.
Behind "the funny" is a powerful learning methodology and a sensibility that gets to the truth in any situation, which is what makes us funny in the first place. Our mission with our corporate clients is to bring a little humanity and authenticity back into business, because our experience shows that humanity trumps fear, and when fear is gone, it is possible to create, innovate and connect powerfully.
State of the Industry Keynote
Wednesday, September 25 at 10:30 am
Anthony Sanfilippo
President & CEO
Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc.
Timothy J. Wilmott
President & COO
Penn National Gaming, Inc.
Virginia McDowell
President & CEO
Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc.
Tribal Gaming Keynote
Thursday, September 26 at 10:30 am
More information coming soon!
G2E Networking Lunches
Talk about gaming at these valuable networking opportunities. What better way to share best practices and exchange ideas with colleagues than over lunch. Choose the lunch that fits you best. Networking Lunches are a separate purchase.
AGA Communications Awards
Wednesday, September 25
12:45 – 1:45 pm
Curious about what the brightest minds in gaming advertising, marketing and communications produced this year? Find out as the Gaming Voice Award winners are announced at the AGA Communications Awards Luncheon. In today's fast paced and ultra-competitive marketplace it's no longer enough to simply inform your customers, investors or employees—your communications have to captivate them. The AGA Communication Awards honor the best marketing and communications in the business in 15 categories, ranging from social media and mobile marketing to print and broadcast advertising, direct mail and more. Join the industry's communications and marketing trendsetters for the 12th annual presentation of the Gaming Voice Awards.
Tribal Gaming
Thursday, September 26
12:45 – 1:45 pm
Latin American Gaming Networking Lounge & Reception
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Sponsored by:
Wednesday, September 25
11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Latin American Gaming Networking Lounge | Booth #
This lounge and networking reception was created based on industry requests from our Latin American operators who want to network and make new connections during G2E. The Latin American Gaming Networking Lounge will be open during regular show floor hours. A Spanish translator will be available in the lounge during regular show floor hours.
NIGA Lounge & Networking Reception
Tuesday, September 24
11:30 am – 1:00 pm | NIGA Networking Lounge | Booth #
Network and make new connections with fellow tribal gaming executives at this lounge and networking reception on the show floor at G2E. The NIGA Lounge will be open during regular show floor hours.
Table Games Networking Lounge & Reception
Tuesday, September 24
3:30 – 5:00 pm | Table Games Networking Lounge | Booth #
This lounge and networking reception was created based on requests from the industry for more networking options for table games executives. The Table Games Networking Lounge will be open during regular show floor hours.
Don't miss the Table Games Track during G2E's 3 Day Conference
For more information on all of G2E's Conferences, view this page. Or, register now
Casino Design Awards Reception
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Open to all with a badge who have an interest and background in casino design!
Tuesday, September 24
5:30 – 7:00 pm | Galileo 901
RSVP Here for the Casino Design Awards Reception.
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The G2E Casino Design Awards, sponsored by Global Gaming Business and Casino Design magazine, are the only honors that specifically recognize excellence in the field of casino resort design and construction. The awards will be presented during a cocktail reception during G2E 2012, on Tuesday, October 2, 2012, where winners will be given the "Gaming Vision" award. The Sarno Lifetime Achievement Award, named in honor of casino industry legend Jay Sarno, also will be presented.
Learn More About Casino Design Submissions.
View the 2012 Casino Design Winners.
2012 Sarno Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
Terry Lanni, longtime gaming industry veteran and former head of MGM MIRAGE, has been named as the recipient of the 2012 Sarno Award for Lifetime Achievement in Casino Design. Read the official press release here.
Learn more about prior Sarno Award recipients.
G2E Welcome Reception
Monday, September 23
6:30 – 8:00 pm | Venetian Pools, Venetian Resort and Casino
Join us to officially kick off G2E and network with the Who's Who of gaming. You will enjoy an evening outside with delectable hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and musical entertainment.
Global Gaming Women
If you would to like register for a Global Gaming Women (GGW) event without registering for G2E or if you are an exhibitor or previously registered attendee having trouble adding a GGW event to your registration, please contact kelkins@americangaming.org for assistance. Alternatively, individual tickets to GGW events can be purchased in person, on-site at G2E, beginning 8 a.m. on Monday, September 23.
Fremont St. Experience at G2E
Back by popular demand—Fremont Street Experience at G2E on the show floor. This is G2E's 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 that will take place on the Fremont Street aisle on the show floor at G2E.
Ultra Lounge Uniform Fashion Show
Wednesday, September 25
1:00 pm and 3:00 pm (Encore) | Ultra Lounge Uniform Fashion Show Stage
Back by popular demand! Don't miss the hottest ultra lounge uniform fashion show in Las Vegas. Catch a glimpse of some of the sexiest uniforms from leading casinos and ultra lounges and nightclub.
Entertainment Showcase Stage
Discover new and unique Entertainment acts for your casino.
Stop by the stage to enjoy all of these live musical, comedy and entertainment artists. You will also be able to meet all of the artists after their performances in the meet and greet area adjacent to the stage.
Young Gaming Professionals Reception
If you are a young gaming professional who is up and coming in the industry, join us for the G2E Young Gaming Professionals Reception. Network with fellow Casino Operators that have been working in the industry for five years or less.
