Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) 2024

The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE)is a comprehensive platform where gaming, technology, and hospitality intersect, making it a pivotal in shaping the gaming landscape in the Australasian region. Tis year’s event was held from 13-15 August, 2024 at the ICC SYDNEY, Australia.

AGE 2024 brought together industry experts, leaders, and enthusiasts to network, share knowledge, and discover the latest in gaming products and services. The expo showcased a series of seminars over three days focusing on critical issues affecting the regional gaming sector. Topics includeed cashless gaming, anti-money laundering regulations, strategies for reducing gambling-related harm, and the utilization of Central Monitoring Systems.

Here are the key takeaways from the AGE 2024.

AGE 2024 Highlights

The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) 2024 featured seminars focused on key topics impacting the local gaming industry. The seminars provided insights intto surviving the current global conditions by staying informed, driving innovation, remaining agile and embracing technology. This enables employees to break free from routine tasks and concentrate on personal growth and enhancing organizational performance.

The seminars commenced on Tuesday, August 13th with an esteemed international panel offering valuable insights into the global gaming and hospitality industries. This was followed by an update on regulations pertaining to anti-money laundering measures and the technological advancements aimed at addressing these challenges.

On Wednesday 14 August, attention was primarily directed towards the Australasian gaming sector and forthcoming advancements. The panel discussed the state of Australia’s economy, along with strategies for navigating the challenges posed by the rising cost of living. Additionally, discussions centered on utilizing technology to address issues related to gambling harm and combat inflation.

The main focus of the event on Thursday, August 15th was to highlight accomplished female leaders within the industry. The day kicked off with a prestigious seminar featuring prominent women in the gaming and hospitality sectors, followed by a presentation on women who are leading transformative change within the industry. The day concluded with a panel discussion on venue initiatives geared towards supporting and educating communities on breaking the cycle of violence.

A Breakdown of AGE 2024 Agenda

Over the course of the three days, here are some of the key topics discussed:

Tuesday August 13:

10:15am – The International Gaming and Hospitality Outlook – Panel

• Aristocrat Executive Vice President Global Product, Technology and Insights – Victor Duarte.
• LNW Gaming Senior Vice President & Chief Product Officer, Nathan Drane
• Interblock Vice President Innovation, Jim Preston
• IGT Senior Vice President Global Product Management, Domenico Pastia

11:15am – A Regulation Update on Anti Money Laundering – Panel:

• Jamie Nettleton, Partner – Addisons.
• Lachlan Gepp, Special Counsel – Addisons.
• Akash Khushal, Director One AML
• Andrew Fernbach, GovLaw

12:15pm – New Technology and Trends including harm mitigation advancements – Panel:

• Terry Hartman, Vice President Asia Pacific, Cognitec
• Peter Marziano, Director Ottica
• Michael Giannak – Patronscan
• Emma Allen, Director ChargeBoss EV

Wednesday August 14:

10am – The State of our Economy and how to survive the crunch – Presentation

• Don Carducci, Executive Director – Equity Research, J.P. Morgan

11am – Australia’s gaming industry and what’s ahead? – Panel

• LNW Gaming Vice President Product Management, Ben Attwood
• Aruze Gaming Managing Director, Cameron Louis
• Konami Product Manager – APAC, Luke Middleton
• CEO ebet – Frank Makryllos
• IGT Senior Director Systems – APAC, John van Waard
• Aristocrat, Director of Product Strategy – ANZ and Asia, Jess Morse
• Ainsworth Game Technology Senior Product Manager – APAC, Rachel McHugh

12pm – QCOM 3 – what are the benefits and how will it help harm mitigation – Presentation

The Queensland experts will speak directly to you and answer any questions you have.

Thursday August 15:

9am – A breakfast Celebrating Women in Leadership and their achievements in the industry.

10am – Women in Leaderships Seminar – Panel

• Michelle Baillie – NZ General Manger SkyCity Hamilton
• Michelle Pascoe, CEO & Founder O.O.P.S
• Amanda Makryllos – Executive Director at Cherryhub.
• Lisa Colella – IGT Head of Marketing, APAC.
• Daisy Brown – Chief Operating Officer, Hornsby RSL Club.
• Lucy Allon – Straight to the Source, Founder and Food expert. Lucy has owned and managed 3 award-winning restaurants in Sydney and was invited to present a dinner at the prestigious James Beard Foundation in New York.

11am – Women Driving Industry Change – Presentation

• Ramona Combrink, Executive Director Autom8 – has over 20 year’s experience in recruitment and the restaurant industry before transitioning into the technology world and intelligent automation across Asia.
• Matt Ballesty, Managing Director at Three Points Consulting and is a former Chief Casino Officer of SkyCity Auckland and Vice President of UK Crown Resorts.

12pm – “Building Safer Communities – An Industry Response to Domestic Violence” – Panel

1pm – an informal lunch for women of all ages, backgrounds and experience to gather and exchange knowledge

AGE: Where Gaming, Technology, and Hospitality meet

The AGE is not just an industry event; it’s a dynamic convergence of innovation, collaboration, and business opportunities. The 2024 AGE featured over 180 exhibitors who showcased games & other equipment. This was an opportunity for attendees to discover new products and services, network and attend thought-provoking seminars. It also offered opportunities for business partners, sales, and networking.

Australasian Gaming Expo 2024:

• Dates: 13 – 15 August 2024
• Location: ICC SYDNEY, Australia

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