Global Gaming Women (GGW) is proud to announce a dynamic event lineup for the 2025 Global Gaming Expo, offering a week of networking, education, celebration, and fundraising opportunities designed to uplift and empower women across the gaming industry.

Day Zero Celebration: Sunday, October 5
The week kicks off with the Day Zero Celebration, honoring the 10 Women Rising in Gaming: Class of 2025, in partnership with CDC Gaming. This invitation-only event will shine a spotlight on women making an impact in the gaming industry and set the tone for an inspiring week ahead.

GGW Retreat: October 7–9
From Tuesday through Thursday, GGW invites G2E attendees to recharge at the GGW Retreat, located in Lido 3001-3102 on the third floor of the Venetian Expo. Open to all show attendees, the retreat will offer coffee, free updated professional headshots, GGW profile assistance, a chance to meet the hosts of the GGW Fair Game podcast and a quiet, relaxing space to take a break from the show floor. Hours for the space will be as follows:

• Tuesday, October 7: 9AM-5PM
• Wednesday, October 8: 9AM-5PM
• Thursday, October 9: 9AM-1PM

American Gaming Association’s Gaming Hall of Fame: October 7
GGW will proudly celebrate the induction of founding member Ann Simmon Nicholson into the American Gaming Association’s Gaming Hall of Fame. This historic honor recognizes her enduring contributions and passionate advocacy for women in gaming. This event is invitation only.

Sip & Social: October 8
GGW is excited to announce the return of the Sip & Social networking event, which will take place at 8:00-8:45AM in Venetian Ballroom F. Following, in partnership with the Global Gaming Expo, RX Global and the American Gaming Association, GGW will host G2E’s Wednesday main stage session at 9AM, free to attend for credentialed G2E attendees. Back with a powerful new format, this year’s session is titled Breaking the Stigma: An Honest Dialogue on Mental Health and will feature a fireside chat with Kendall Toole, top fitness instructor, community builder and mental health advocate. This conversation will change the way attendees think about wellness both at work and outside of the office.  Participants can expect to engage in networking opportunities and strengthen their industry connections all while gaining valuable insight about this important topic.

Kick Up Your Heels Fundraiser: October 8
Join GGW at XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas for the 15^th Annual Kick Up Your Heels Fundraiser, supporting the GGW Charitable Education Fund. The evening includes a tribute to Patty Becker, founder of the event, and honors recipients of the Patty Becker Pay it Forward Award.

“Global Gaming Women is proud to present a dynamic G2E schedule, from our rejuvenating retreat and meaningful celebrations to inspiring conversations and our premier fundraising event,” said Lauren Bates, President of Global Gaming Women. “Each of these experiences reflects our unwavering commitment empowering women and allies across the gaming industry and fostering inclusive opportunities for all to rise and thrive.”