Award-Winning Writer, Gaming Industry Leaders and Tribal Gaming Association Chairmen to Light up the Stage at G2E 2006 Keynotes

Business Wire,  Oct 17, 2006  

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LAS VEGAS -- The keynotes at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2006 will offer a unique look at today's gaming entertainment industry, insights into the growth of gaming worldwide and a detailed discussion of the future of tribal gaming. G2E is scheduled for Nov. 14-16 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with the G2E Training & Development Institute taking place Nov. 13.

"Each year, G2E offers a new and exciting lineup of keynotes that not only entertain, but educate G2E attendees about the key issues our industry faces," said Frank J. Fahrenkopf, Jr., president and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA). "G2E is all about giving our attendees access to the leading minds in the industry and encouraging expanded discourse on how we can improve our business. What better way to prepare for what's to come than by hearing from the thought leaders who have shaped our industry to this point? These keynotes will provide everyone with fresh insights and new perspectives on where we're headed."

Celebrated humor columnist Dave Barry will lead off the keynotes at G2E this year, providing a unique and entertaining perspective on today's gaming industry. As the writer of an internationally syndicated humor column; the author of numerous books, two of which formed the basis for the 1990s television series Dave's World; and the 1988 Pulitzer Prize winner for commentary, Barry has entertained readers and audiences alike on a wide variety of subjects. Scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 14, his keynote address is sure to captivate and amuse G2E attendees.

On Wednesday, Nov. 15, Fahrenkopf will moderate the popular State of the Industry keynote, which this year will focus on the next generation of global gaming. Fahrenkopf will lead a lively discussion among global industry leaders as they address the continued growth and expansion of gaming into new markets worldwide, enumerating the trends and developments that will impact the industry in 2007 and beyond. Panelists include Peter Dean, CBE, chairman of the Gaming Board for Great Britain; Terry Lanni, chairman and CEO of MGM MIRAGE; Gary Loveman, chairman, president and CEO of Harrah's Entertainment, Inc.; T.J. Matthews, CEO of International Game Technology; and Paul Oneile, CEO of Aristocrat Technologies.

Rounding out the keynotes on Thursday, Nov. 16, will be Ernie Stevens, Jr., chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association, moderating Tribal Gaming Summit: The Future of Indian Gaming. This keynote will focus on critical tribal gaming issues and their expected economic impact today and in the future. Stevens will lead a panel including Anthony Miranda, chairman of the California Indian Gaming Association and other tribal gaming leaders. With gaming continuing to grow and evolve in both tribal and commercial markets and tribal and commercial gaming facilities experiencing increasingly similar issues, the discussions presented in this keynote will illuminate important information for professionals from every industry sector.

Keynotes will take place at the same time each day, from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., in Room N250 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The keynote sessions are open to all G2E attendees at no charge, with no advance registration required.

G2E is the leading trade event for the worldwide gaming entertainment community, attended by more than 26,000 industry professionals from around the world. For more information on G2E or to register for group or early bird discounts, visit the Web site at www.globalgamingexpo.com.

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 leading organizer of exhibitions and conferences. Reed brings together over 90,000 suppliers and more than 5.5 million buyers from around the world every year generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 38 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organized by 33 fully staffed offices. Reed's portfolio of over 460 events serves 52 industry sectors. Reed Exhibitions is part of Reed Elsevier, a FTSE 100 company and world-leading publisher and information provider, with revenues in excess of $8.4 billion (2004).

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