Published: September 24, 2024

Gaming CEOs Peter Jackson and Bill Hornbuckle to Keynote G2E 2024

Executives Will Discuss Industry’s Innovation, Growth, and Future Outlook
 
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September 24, 2024
 
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LAS VEGAS – The Global Gaming Expo announced that Flutter Entertainment CEO Peter Jackson and MGM Resorts President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle will headline G2E 2024’s Tuesday keynote session ahead of the grand opening of the expo hall.  
 
Peter and Bill are two titans of the gaming industry whose perspectives will illuminate where the industry is headed and set the table for the ideas and innovations that will be explored throughout this year’s G2E,” said American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Bill Miller.
 
Beginning Tuesday, October 8 at 9:00 AM, the keynote will be moderated by CNBC’s Contessa Brewer. Full session details:
 
View From the Top: Perspectives from Global Gaming Leaders
G2E Welcome & State of the Industry: AGA President and CEO Bill Miller will take the stage to welcome attendees, preview this year’s event, and address the macrotrends driving the future of gaming.
 
Global Views: Next, CNBC’s Contessa Brewer will lead a two-part CEO discussion ranging on topics across global sports betting and gaming. The keynote conversations will cover how industry leaders are navigating the current economic landscape, expansion into new markets and verticals, and business challenges and opportunities ahead, featuring:
 
  • Peter Jackson, Group CEO, Flutter Entertainment plc
  • Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President, MGM Resorts International
 
“Gaming is undergoing historic expansion in the U.S. and internationally,” continued Miller. “The AGA and our partners at RX look forward to hosting the global gaming community at G2E to address this widening array of industry priorities—both in our keynotes and education sessions and on the expo floor.”
 
Presented by the AGA and organized by RX, G2E’s full education lineup features more than 100 sessions. G2E 2024 runs from October 7-10 (Education: October 7-10 | Expo Hall: October 8-10) at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
 
 
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About G2E 
G2E is the world's premier gathering of commercial and tribal gaming professionals. For more than 20 years, G2E has served as the catalyst for gaming’s growth and innovation by convening the global industry to define tomorrow.
 
About the AGA 
As the national trade group representing the U.S. casino industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA) fosters a policy and business environment where legal, regulated gaming thrives. The AGA’s diverse membership of commercial and tribal casino operators, sports betting and iGaming companies, gaming suppliers, and more lead the $329 billion industry and support 1.8 million jobs across the country
 
About RX
RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organizations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com.
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