With the 2020 election in the rearview, changes at the federal and state level across the country have big implications for the gaming industry in 2021 and beyond. Join G2E Insider Live for a conversation with government relations experts for the insider’s look at gaming policy priorities, the likelihood of legislative or regulatory movement, and opportunities for gaming expansion in the year ahead.

The AGA remains focused on stopping illegal gambling, elevating responsible gambling, and telling the industry’s story. Find details on these efforts and additional AGA updates below.

💥 ICYMI: G2E 2023 is 95 days away! Preview this year’s schedule and register today to join the global gaming industry from October 9-12 at The Venetian Expo.

Engaging Industry Stakeholders

The AGA continues to engage the broader gaming ecosystem, including regulators, policymakers and law enforcement, on combating the illegal market and advancing responsible gambling and advertising. These efforts have led the AGA team to several industry events in recent weeks, including:

• Speaking at the IAGA International Gaming Summit on the dangers of illegal gambling and how the U.S. industry is leading the fight against these operators.
• Testifying to the Indiana Gaming Commission on the legal gaming industry’s commitment to responsible gambling.
• Attending the North American Gaming Regulators Association Annual Meeting to educate regulators on the illegal market and industry efforts on responsible sports betting advertising.
• Presenting at the Attorney General Alliance Annual Meeting on “skill” games, offshore sites and “faux fantasy” operations, sharing specific actions state attorneys general can take to crack down on these illegal operators.

Five Numbers from AGA Q2 Research

AGA research released across Q2 2023 covered an array of industry topics. Here are five numbers to know.

• 85 percent of American adults agree with the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act.
• Nearly nine in ten (88%) gaming equipment manufacturer CEOs expect sales of gaming units for replacement use to increase in the next three to six months.
• Commercial gaming generated $13.49 billion in direct gaming tax revenue paid to state and local governments in 2022, not including billions more paid in income, sales or other taxes.
• April 2023 marked the 26th consecutive month of annual growth with commercial gaming revenue reaching $22.06 billion through April, up 13.8 percent year over year.
• More than 6 in 10 (61%) of gaming industry employees are minorities, compared to 42 percent of the total U.S. workforce.

AGA in the News

The AGA continues to push back against false narratives about gaming and highlight the benefits of a legal market, our commitment to responsibility, and our contributions to communities. In June, these efforts resulted in several AGA opinion pieces being published.

• USA Today | NBA Finals will trigger a surge in sports betting. We need to help problem gamblers.
• St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Miller: Missouri’s top cop shouldn’t cop out on illegal gambling
• Deseret News | Opinion: Illegal sportsbooks are the real problem in sports gambling

Bonus Read: Congressional Gaming Caucus Co-Chair and Chief Deputy Whip Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) also recently shared his thoughts on protecting legal betting markets in The Hill following the fifth anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down PASPA.

One More Thing

As the 2023 legislative cycle comes to a close, the AGA’s interactive Legal Sports Betting Map reflects movement in North Carolina, Kentucky and Vermont.

• North Carolina legalized online wagering with an anticipated launch in the first half of 2024.
• Kentucky and Vermont became the 37th and 38th states respectively to legalize sports betting. Kentucky is targeting a late 2023 launch while Vermont plans for mobile-only wagering in early 2024.

Global Gaming Expo Asia (G2E Asia) is renowned as a key gaming and entertainment business hub across the continent. 

It is the must attend marketplace for the Asian gaming-entertainment industry, offering a one-stop platform to the industry professionals to network, forge fresh connections, source new products and solutions, and gain a deeper insight into the latest global industry trends. 

Global Gaming Expo is “the show” in the casino-entertainment industry, showcasing the technologies, services and products of exhibitors while providing an atmosphere to explore, network, do businesses and learn. G2E offers the most comprehensive look at international gaming, hospitality and innovation.

Global Gaming Expo Asia (G2E Asia) is the premier Asian trade event and the largest regional sourcing platform for global gaming and entertainment products. Visit www.g2easia.com for the latest information.

LAS VEGAS – Today, the American Gaming Association (AGA), with partner Reed Exhibitions, formally announced the cancellation of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), the gaming industry’s top global event. The show’s organizers are committed to facilitating economic, education, and networking opportunities for the global gaming industry through a series of virtual G2E events throughout the rest of the year to better reflect the current environment. G2E was scheduled to take place October 5-8, 2020; the next in-person edition of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) will take place October 4-7, 2021 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center.

“In light of continued uncertainty around a viable marketplace at a physical G2E show, global travel restrictions, and currently unknown guidance on large public gatherings this fall, we have come to the unfortunate conclusion that we simply cannot hold an in-person G2E this year,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “Health and safety have always been our top priority and the uncertainty created by the ongoing pandemic makes this the prudent decision ahead of critical deadlines for exhibitors planning to participate.”

For 20 years, G2E has welcomed nearly 30,000 attendees annually from across the globe, including executives representing key industry partners such as the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers, as well as the world’s top casino operators, sports betting companies, and FinTech and digital payments facilitators, among others.

“We arrived at this decision after thoughtfully engaging with national, state, and local public health authorities, as well as exhibitors and buyers who have shared industry observations and priorities. Ultimately, it became clear that proceeding with an in-person gathering simply was not feasible,” said Hervé Sedky, Reed Exhibitions Americas President.

“It is our commitment to use G2E’s platform, as the leading convener of the global gaming community, to continue to deliver unparalleled education content, inspiring collaboration, and innovative ideas as the industry readies for continued growth,” added Sedky.

“As the country works to reopen, the American gaming industry continues to adapt and provide the safest possible experience for our employees and customers while continuing to support the communities in which we operate. We look forward to the moment when we can convene together again with our colleagues from across the world and celebrate the resilience that our industry is known for,” concluded Miller.

The event organizers will announce plans for virtual events and education in the near future.

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About Global Gaming Expo
Global Gaming Expo (G2E), the largest gathering of global commercial and tribal gaming professionals in North America, showcases the latest developments in gaming technology and features new educational content that is fast-paced and actionable. Attendees will experience firsthand the new products and innovative technologies showcased on the expo floor. G2E has everything you need for your casino floor and across your entire operation—from traditional casino fare to non-gaming amenities and digital products—G2E is where business growth is accelerated.

About the AGA
The American Gaming Association is the premier national trade group representing the $261 billion U.S. casino industry, which supports 1.8 million jobs nationwide. The AGA members include commercial and tribal casino operators, suppliers and other entities affiliated with the gaming industry. It is the mission of the AGA to achieve sound policies and regulations consistent with casino gaming’s modern appeal and vast economic contributions.  

About Reed Exhibitions
Reed Exhibitions is a leading global events business. It combines face-to-face with data and digital tools to help customers learn about markets, source products and complete transactions at over 500 events in almost 30 countries across 43 industry sectors, attracting more than 7 million participants. Our events, organized by 35 global offices, leverage industry expertise, large data sets and technology to enable our customers to generate billions of dollars of revenues for the economic development of local markets and national economies around the world.  Reed Exhibitions is part of RELX, a global provider of information and analytics for professional and business customers across industries. www.reedexhibitions.com

G2E is the catalyst for gaming—fostering innovation and driving growth by convening the global industry to define tomorrow. Don’t miss this all-in-one experience taking place October 9-12, 2023 at The Venetian Expo.

AGA Member Benefits

As a member of the American Gaming Association, you receive exclusive G2E benefits. Make sure to take advantage and experience all that G2E 2023 has to offer.

Not sure you’re a member? Review the current AGA member list here. To access AGA member benefits, make sure to use your work email when registering.

This privacy policy applies to the following websites operated by the American Gaming Association (AGA): www.americangaming.org, www.havegameplan.org, www.gettoknowgaming.org, www.sportsbettinginamerica.com, www.stopillegalgambling.org, and www.agastore.com (collectively, the “Sites”).  This privacy policy advises our visitors and members of the types of personal information that may be collected on the Sites and the practices that the AGA follows with respect to the use and dissemination of such information.  Your use of the Sites indicates your consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact us via e-mail at , fax at 202-637-2676 or mail to American Gaming Association, 799 9th St NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20001.

Information we collect

The Sites collect personally identifiable information when you voluntarily complete a registration form, make a purchase through our e-store or complete other forms or surveys. Depending upon the point of collection, this personally identifiable information includes contact data (such as your name, address, phone number and e-mail address) and financial data (such as a credit card profile), as well as any other types of information you voluntarily provide us as you interact with our Sites.

In addition, our web servers may automatically collect and log web usage data and other information from you when you visit the Site.  This information, including the Internet Protocol address of the device you use to access the Sites, referring site, pages viewed and length of visit, informs us about how visitors use and navigate our Sites.  We may also use a third party service to track trends and Site usage.

How we use and share information collected

We use personally identifiable information collected through the Sites to verify membership status; to provide products, information or services requested; and to improve the content and effectiveness of the Sites. In addition to the purpose for which you originally submitted the information, we may use the information you provide to make you aware of other AGA benefits, products or events.

We also use your contact information to provide you with information about our industry trade show, the Global Gaming Expo (G2E).

Except as set forth in this privacy policy, we do not sell or share the personally identifiable information we collect on the Sites with non-affiliated third parties for their own use.  However, we will provide personally identifiable information to non-affiliated third parties in response to subpoenas, court orders, or to otherwise comply with law, to protect our interests or when we believe in good faith the law requires it.

We may also use third-party suppliers and service providers to fulfill the services offered on our Sites and may make personal information (including financial data) available to them to the extent necessary for them to provide services to us (for example, to process a credit card payment or ship you a product).  We do not store credit card data on our Sites.

In addition, we may use and share with others aggregated and/or anonymous (not personally identifiable) information that we have collected based on our users’ use of the Sites.

Use of Cookies

Like most websites, we may employ cookies to help visitors and members more efficiently use the Sites. A cookie is a string of information that is sent by a website and stored on a user’s hard drive.  Cookies can enhance your experience by storing your preferences and customizing content for you.  If you do not want your browser to accept cookies, you can modify the cookie option in your browser’s settings.  You can also set your browser to notify you when a site sends you a cookie.  However, some Site features or services may not function properly without cookies.

Our Sites do not honor Do Not Track signals from browsers.

Choice/Opt-Out

If you would prefer to opt-out of receiving future marketing communications or publications from the AGA, please notify us of your preferences by e-mail at , and we will use commercially reasonable efforts to fulfill your request. However, we cannot guarantee that the information you provide us has not been already shared with G2E.

Security

Our Sites use industry standard SSL technology (indicated by https: in the URL) when receiving credit card information, and we review and update our security measures as appropriate.  While we have measures in place to help prevent unauthorized access, maintain data security and make proper use of the information that we collect, no transmission of data over the Internet is guaranteed to be completely secure; and we cannot guarantee the security of any information you provide to us.

Reviewing your Information

If you want to ask about the personally identifiable information we have collected about you, you may contact us via e-mail at .  To protect your privacy and security, we take reasonable steps to verify your identity before we disclose or make any corrections to such information.

Links

As a convenience to you, we provide links to affiliated and other third-party websites on the Sites. Please be aware that other than the Sites specified identified in the first paragraph of this Policy, the websites to which we provide links are not subject to this AGA privacy policy, and we thus recommend that you review the privacy policy of each such website to determine how that website protects your privacy.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information on the Site from children under the age of 13.  If we learn that we have personally identifiable information on a child under the age of 13 we will delete that information.

Non-U.S. Visitors to the Site

Please note that the Site is directed towards users who reside in the United States.  It is not our intent to gather personally identifiable information from individuals residing outside of the United States.  If you are located outside of the United States, the information you provide to the AGA will be transferred to the United States whose laws may not provide the same level of protection for personal information as your home country.  By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

Policy Modifications

The AGA reserves the right to change this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices. Any changes to the AGA privacy policy, including information collected and the use and disclosure of information, will be posted here. Following any modification, we will revise the “last updated” date at the top of this privacy policy, so be sure to check back periodically for the most current version of our privacy policy.

This privacy policy applies to the following websites operated by the American Gaming Association (AGA): www.havegameplan.org, www.gettoknowgaming.org, www.sportsbettinginamerica.com, www.stopillegalgambling.org, and www.agastore.com (collectively, the “Sites”).  This privacy policy advises our visitors and members of the types of personal information that may be collected on the Sites and the practices that the AGA follows with respect to the use and dissemination of such information.  Your use of the Sites indicates your consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact us via e-mail at , fax at 202-637-2676 or mail to American Gaming Association, 799 9th St NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20001.

Information we collect

The Sites collect personally identifiable information when you voluntarily complete a registration form, make a purchase through our e-store or complete other forms or surveys. Depending upon the point of collection, this personally identifiable information includes contact data (such as your name, address, phone number and e-mail address) and financial data (such as a credit card profile), as well as any other types of information you voluntarily provide us as you interact with our Sites.

In addition, our web servers may automatically collect and log web usage data and other information from you when you visit the Site.  This information, including the Internet Protocol address of the device you use to access the Sites, referring site, pages viewed and length of visit, informs us about how visitors use and navigate our Sites.  We may also use a third party service to track trends and Site usage.

How we use and share information collected

We use personally identifiable information collected through the Sites to verify membership status; to provide products, information or services requested; and to improve the content and effectiveness of the Sites. In addition to the purpose for which you originally submitted the information, we may use the information you provide to make you aware of other AGA benefits, products or events.

We also use your contact information to provide you with information about our industry trade show, the Global Gaming Expo (G2E).

Except as set forth in this privacy policy, we do not sell or share the personally identifiable information we collect on the Sites with non-affiliated third parties for their own use.  However, we will provide personally identifiable information to non-affiliated third parties in response to subpoenas, court orders, or to otherwise comply with law, to protect our interests or when we believe in good faith the law requires it.

We may also use third-party suppliers and service providers to fulfill the services offered on our Sites and may make personal information (including financial data) available to them to the extent necessary for them to provide services to us (for example, to process a credit card payment or ship you a product).  We do not store credit card data on our Sites.

In addition, we may use and share with others aggregated and/or anonymous (not personally identifiable) information that we have collected based on our users’ use of the Sites.

Use of Cookies

Like most websites, we may employ cookies to help visitors and members more efficiently use the Sites. A cookie is a string of information that is sent by a website and stored on a user’s hard drive.  Cookies can enhance your experience by storing your preferences and customizing content for you.  If you do not want your browser to accept cookies, you can modify the cookie option in your browser’s settings.  You can also set your browser to notify you when a site sends you a cookie.  However, some Site features or services may not function properly without cookies.

Our Sites do not honor Do Not Track signals from browsers.

Choice/Opt-Out

If you would prefer to opt-out of receiving future marketing communications or publications from the AGA, please notify us of your preferences by e-mail at , and we will use commercially reasonable efforts to fulfill your request. However, we cannot guarantee that the information you provide us has not been already shared with G2E.

Security

Our Sites use industry standard SSL technology (indicated by https: in the URL) when receiving credit card information, and we review and update our security measures as appropriate.  While we have measures in place to help prevent unauthorized access, maintain data security and make proper use of the information that we collect, no transmission of data over the Internet is guaranteed to be completely secure; and we cannot guarantee the security of any information you provide to us.

Reviewing your Information

If you want to ask about the personally identifiable information we have collected about you, you may contact us via e-mail at .  To protect your privacy and security, we take reasonable steps to verify your identity before we disclose or make any corrections to such information.

Links

As a convenience to you, we provide links to affiliated and other third-party websites on the Sites. Please be aware that other than the Sites specified identified in the first paragraph of this Policy, the websites to which we provide links are not subject to this AGA privacy policy, and we thus recommend that you review the privacy policy of each such website to determine how that website protects your privacy.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information on the Site from children under the age of 13.  If we learn that we have personally identifiable information on a child under the age of 13 we will delete that information.

Non-U.S. Visitors to the Site

Please note that the Site is directed towards users who reside in the United States.  It is not our intent to gather personally identifiable information from individuals residing outside of the United States.  If you are located outside of the United States, the information you provide to the AGA will be transferred to the United States whose laws may not provide the same level of protection for personal information as your home country.  By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

Policy Modifications

The AGA reserves the right to change this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices. Any changes to the AGA privacy policy, including information collected and the use and disclosure of information, will be posted here. Following any modification, we will revise the “last updated” date at the top of this privacy policy, so be sure to check back periodically for the most current version of our privacy policy.

LAS VEGAS – The American Gaming Association’s (AGA) newly launched Gaming CEO Outlook shows confidence in expanded industry growth, with almost half of AGA-member CEOs expecting improved business conditions into 2022. Participating CEO positivity is driven by anticipated increases in new hiring (71%), wage growth (63%), and capital investment (39%).

“AGA’s inaugural Gaming CEO Outlook reflects the strength of our recovery and consumer demand for our world-class entertainment offerings,” said Bill Miller, AGA president and CEO. “The promising outlook is built on our innovation, but like many industries, supply chain and worker shortages continue to slow our full recovery.”

While the overall outlook is positive, challenges remain. More than two-thirds (71%) of CEO respondents cited supply chain issues as a factor limiting operations. Labor force shortages (63%), consumer health concerns (46%), and lagging meetings and events demand (38%) are also widely cited as impeding short-term growth.

The Gaming CEO Outlook, prepared for the AGA by Oxford Economics, provides a snapshot of the current and future economic health of the industry based on executive sentiment, employment, casino visitation plans, gaming revenue, and other key economic indicators. The results are informed by a survey of AGA member CEOs and executives representing equipment suppliers, casinos operators, and sportsbooks.

“We are a more resilient industry because of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Aristocrat Technologies CEO and AGA Chairman Trevor Croker. “As the gaming industry looks to 2022 and beyond, our impressive recovery will continue to create jobs, support communities, and generate needed taxes.”

The Gaming CEO Outlook includes two separate indices, the Current Conditions Index and the Future Conditions Index—both of which reflect strong business conditions.

Current Gaming Conditions
The Current Conditions Index of 115.1 reflects exceptionally strong growth in gaming revenue, employment, and employee wages and salaries over the past quarter. This represents one of the fastest periods of growth in the industry over the past 20 years. Notably, all CEO panel participants assessed the current gaming business climate as “good” (54%) or “satisfactory” (46%).

Looking Ahead: Expansion Continues
The Future Conditions Index, which provides a leading indicator of changes in industry conditions, also shows positive results at 102.7. Nearly half of gaming executives expect future business conditions to further improve from today’s already strong climate, and just nine percent expect conditions to deteriorate over the next six months.

Among gaming operators, half plan to increase hotel and food and beverage amenities, while 43 percent plan to increase capital investments in gaming machines.

Gaming suppliers are also optimistic: over the next six months, 75 percent expect sales of gaming units for replacement use to increase and 63 percent expect sales of new units to improve.

The gaming industry’s recovery, including a record-breaking second quarter, is well underway and current executive sentiment points to a robust end of the year and strong start to 2022.

Miller will deliver his annual State of the Industry update today at 11:45 ET/8:45 PT to kick off Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2021—the premier event for commercial and tribal gaming professionals.

“Our industry’s return to Las Vegas for G2E is a milestone in our recovery,” Miller said. “G2E 2021 is providing an essential platform for gaming leaders to highlight their latest products, conduct business, and drive our recovery forward.”

About the Outlook
The Gaming Industry Outlook is prepared on the behalf of the American Gaming Association by Oxford Economics. It provides a timely measure of recent growth and future expectations. The Q3 2021 release is the first release of the index, with a planned bi-annual release schedule moving forward. As additional data become available, particularly for the Gaming Executive Panel, the Gaming Industry Outlook will be further refined.

The Q3 2021 survey was conducted between August 16 and September 14, 2021. A total of 24 executives responded, including executives at the major international and domestic gaming companies, tribal gaming operators, single unit casino operators, major gaming equipment suppliers, and major iGaming and/or sports betting operators.

WASHINGTON – The American Gaming Association (AGA) today announced the promotion of three senior leaders across the organization to drive industry priorities including responsibility, advocacy and gaming regulation, and the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) franchise:

• Cait DeBaun has been promoted to Vice President, Strategic Communications and Responsibility.
• Jessica Feil has been promoted to Vice President, Government Relations and Gaming Policy Counsel.
• Meredith Pallante has been promoted to Vice President, Global Events.

All three joined the AGA in 2019 and previously held senior director titles.

“Each of these incredibly talented women will lead core organizational functions at a critical time for our industry,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “They’ve helped to navigate the challenges of 2020 and will be instrumental in expediting gaming’s recovery in the months ahead.”

DeBaun joined the AGA to focus on advancing the industry’s commitment to responsibility. She has been instrumental in activating the Responsible Marketing Code for Sports Wagering, creating the Have a Game Plan.^® Bet Responsibly.™ public service campaign, and leading both the Responsible Gambling Collaborative and the association’s Responsibility Committee.

Feil is an attorney with a history in gaming policy. She manages state policy and regulatory engagement for the association, contributing to core government relations efforts including the advancement of legal sports wagering. Feil leads the association working groups on payments modernization, state affairs and NextGen gaming policy.

Pallante joined the AGA to manage G2E, the world’s leading gaming tradeshow, and extensions of that portfolio including G2E Asia. She will oversee all global industry events for the association, leveraging her experience as an organizer of the Las Vegas-based tradeshow CES.

“These are very well-earned promotions for exceptionally qualified professionals,” added Miller. “Cait, Jessica and Meredith will continue to serve our members, the gaming industry and our association well into the future.”