{"id":777034234,"date":"2025-11-06T08:25:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T11:25:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/?p=777034234"},"modified":"2026-04-21T17:22:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T20:22:38","slug":"g2e-asias-grand-return-to-the-philippines-over-100-brands-50-expert-speakers-and-5-networking-cocktails-this-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/g2e-asias-grand-return-to-the-philippines-over-100-brands-50-expert-speakers-and-5-networking-cocktails-this-december","title":{"rendered":"G2E Asia\u2019s grand return to the Philippines: Over 100 brands, 50 expert speakers, and 5 networking cocktails this December"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event is set to become a key meeting point for the region\u2019s gaming industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Press release.- <strong>G2E Asia @ the Philippines<\/strong>, a special edition of <a href=\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/g2e-asia-and-asian-ir-expo-welcomes-industry-leaders-from-around-the-world\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/g2e-asia-and-asian-ir-expo-welcomes-industry-leaders-from-around-the-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">G2E Asia<\/a>, makes its highly anticipated return to <strong>Manila Marriott Hotel this December 10 and 11<\/strong>. Tailored for the Philippine gaming industry, the 2-day event will feature over 100 brands in the exhibition, many of which have no local presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Complementing the exhibition is a series of dynamic activities, including dedicated networking events for various industry segments, specialised masterclasses to support professional development, and a 2-day conference addressing the latest developments in the Philippine gaming industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dedicated networking events for slots, table games, igaming and more<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">G2E Asia is all about connecting professionals across the industry. Its networking events, tailored for different segments, provide opportunities to engage with industry professionals both locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Networking events include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Slots Networking Cocktail<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 10 (Wed), 15:00 \u2013 16:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>igaming Networking Cocktail<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 10 (Wed), 15:00 \u2013 16:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Table Games Networking Cocktail<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 11 (Thu), 15:00 \u2013 16:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IT &amp; Marketing Networking Cocktail<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 11 (Thu), 15:00 \u2013 16:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>G2E Asia Closing Party<\/strong> (open to all) \u2013 Dec 11 (Thu), 16:30 \u2013 17:30.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specialised masterclass for igaming, IT and marketing professionals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognising the growing importance of igaming, IT and marketing in the industry, G2E Asia\u2019s specialised masterclasses help professionals at all levels upskill in these key functions. Each session delivers practical insights on emerging trends while providing opportunities to learn and network with peers. All sessions are held in the exhibition hall and are accessible with an expo-only pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Masterclasses include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>iGaming Masterclass<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 10 (Wed), 14:00 \u2013 15:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IT &amp; Marketing Solutions Masterclass<\/strong> \u2013 Dec 11 (Thu), 14:00 \u2013 15:00.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2-day conference focused on the Philippine gaming industry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opening the conference, G2E Asia is proud to welcome Mr Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and CEO of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), as the morning keynote speaker on December 10, followed by Mr Greg Hawkins, President and Chief Operating Officer, Bloomberry Resorts Corporation \/ Solaire Resort, for the afternoon keynote. Over two days, <strong>the conference will explore the latest trends shaping the Philippine gaming industry<\/strong>, featuring top industry leaders who will share insights, strategies, and emerging opportunities across the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Wednesday, December 10 conference will take a <strong>deep dive into the land-based gaming sector<\/strong>, exploring regulatory adaptations, non-gaming innovations, and more. Speakers include Mr Evan Spytma, CEO of Casino Plus; Mr Shaun McCamley, Founder and Chairman of GameWorkz; Mr Samuel Wilkes, Vice President, F&amp;B Business Development &amp; Strategy of Solaire Resort; Mr John Lucas, Chief Hospitality Officer of Newport World Resorts; and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Thursday, December 11 conference will spotlight <strong>key trends in the online gaming sector<\/strong>, covering business growth, AML best practices, CSR, slots and ETG technology, and more. Speakers include Mr. Ricardo Banaag, President and CEO of DFNN Inc.; Mr. Jeremy B. Luglug, Assistant Vice President, Electronic Gaming Licensing Department of PAGCOR; Ms. Nerie Aquino, Director \u2013 Gaming Compliance, Legal &amp; Compliance of Okada Manila; Ms. Vina Claudette Oca, Assistant Vice President, Gaming Licensing &amp; Development Department of PAGCOR; Mr. Alexander Ngo, Director of LexisNexis Risk Solutions; and others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The event is set to become a key meeting point for the region\u2019s gaming industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":680,"featured_media":777034235,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"is_press_release":true,"is_interview":false,"is_opinion":false,"focusai_summary":"G2E Asia @ the Philippines returns to Manila on December 10-11, serving as a critical nexus for the Philippine gaming industry. The event features an extensive exhibition, targeted networking, and masterclasses, alongside a two-day conference. Keynotes from PAGCOR's Chairman and CEO, Alejandro H. Tengco, and Bloomberry Resorts' Greg Hawkins will anchor discussions on regulatory adaptations, AML best practices, and emerging opportunities across both land-based and online gaming verticals.","focusai_entities":"G2E Asia, Manila Marriott Hotel, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, PAGCOR, Bloomberry Resorts Corporation, Solaire Resort, Casino Plus, GameWorkz, Newport World Resorts, DFNN Inc., Okada Manila, LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Alejandro H. Tengco, Greg Hawkins, Evan Spytma, Shaun McCamley, Samuel Wilkes, John Lucas, Ricardo Banaag, Jeremy B. 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