Leading B2B Asian gaming industry publication Inside Asian Gaming (IAG) has announced the nine Gold Sponsors for this year’s Asian Gaming Power 50 Black Tie Gala Dinner, to be held in the Grand Ballroom at City of Dreams Manila this Friday 4 November 2022.
The extensive list of Gold Sponsors includes five Macau concessionaires – Galaxy Entertainment Group, MGM, Sands China, SJM Resorts and Wynn Macau. With Melco Resorts & Entertainment named as Venue Sponsor, this year’s Asian Gaming Power 50 Black Tie Gala Dinner has again been supported by all six of Macau’s concessionaires. We can’t thank them enough for their involvement.
Also named as Gold Sponsors are exciting new gaming company Avantage Entertainment, the Philippines’ Hann Resorts in Clark, Malaysia-based security seals supplier Mega Fortris and Macau’s only sports betting concession-holder, Macau Slot.
More details of the Asian Gaming Power 50 Black Tie Gala Dinner can be found at the dedicated Power 50 website at www.iagpower50.com.
Avantage Entertainment is entering the global iGaming space with an innovative new approach. They are developing a portfolio of highly immersive and entertaining pool-based casino games powered by ACE, the Avantage Competition Engine.
The company’s first offering, Avantage Baccarat, adds new twists/gamification and will be streamed live for remote play on digital devices.
Visit www.avantageentertainment.com.
“We are extremely pleased to be joining this prestigious event for the first time and recognizing those being honored as Avantage will soon be entering the Asian market with its inaugural game, Avantage Baccarat” said Mr Marcus Katz, Founder and Chairman of Avantage Entertainment.
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) is one of the world’s leading resorts, hospitality and gaming companies, and a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Index listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. As one of the original concessionaires in Macau, GEG operates three flagship destinations, including Galaxy Macau™, Broadway Macau™ and StarWorld Macau. Underpinned by a “World Class, Asian Heart” service philosophy, GEG has a successful track record of delivering innovative, spectacular and award-winning properties, products and services.
Visit www.galaxyentertainment.com.
“We’d like to congratulate IAG on such a successful event and are delighted to see the Power 50 bringing together the industry’s various stakeholders for recognition of its most outstanding leaders from across the region,” said GEG Vice Chairman, Mr Francis Lui.
“Taking this opportunity, I’d like to extend our appreciation to IAG for its objectivity and impartiality, as well as reporting with integrity to present only honest views on current issues.”
Hann Philippines Inc. (formerly known as Widus), owner and developer of Hann Resorts, is one of Asia’s fastest growing hospitality, gaming, and real estate developers. Its unique and acclaimed brand DNA has paved the way for the development of Hann Casino Resort, the first fully integrated resort north of Manila. The esteemed 11-hectare property has brought in a world-class grand casino and five-star international brands such as Marriott and Swissotel to Central Luzon.
Hann is also set to further enhance the leisure and entertainment landscape at the northern gateway that is Clark New City in the coming years with the rise of Hann Reserve, the first luxury mountain golf resort in the region. The much-anticipated development will see the debut of the first PGA-affiliated golf courses and the opening of renowned international luxury brands, Banyan Tree and Angsana.
Visit www.hannresorts.com.
“IAG’s Power 50 has been one of the most anticipated events in the Asian gaming and entertainment scene,” said Hann Philippines Inc Chairman and CEO, Mr Daesik Han. “This is why Hann Casino Resort is very glad to be a part of this year’s celebration here in the Philippines. It’s exciting to be with the trailblazers and leaders of our sector and celebrate their success which has allowed the industry to further thrive and continuously innovate.
Mega Fortris Group is a globally renowned and trusted manufacturer and supplier of security solutions. Operating with over 25 years of excellence and expertise, the company has secured and protected operations and assets throughout supply chains worldwide. From humble beginnings, as a small factory and office in Malaysia, it has expanded and grown the business over the years to encompass offices spanning across six continents to provide and supply its customers with unsurpassed quality products and services. As one of the largest security seals manufacturers in the world, Mega Fortris’ Malaysian-based headquarters houses a purpose-built manufacturing plant that is certified with ISO 9001 and 14001 Quality Management Systems.
Visit www.megafortris.com.
“Mega Fortris is sponsoring the Power 50 Gala Dinner because to us, this is going to be the night of the nights,” said Ms Olivia Lee, Director of Business Development. “We are so excited to meet and reconnect with many customers and friends from Macau to the Philippines and across the world whom we have not seen after a hiatus of three years. We look forward to this fabulous event and exciting moments.”
Sociedade de lotarias e Apostas Mutuas de Macau, Lda (SLOT) was founded in 1989 and was the first government-franchised company to offer the sale of instant lottery tickets on board the ferries running between Hong Kong and Macau. In 1998, prior to the World Cup, SLOT was granted the franchise from the Macau Government to offer soccer betting. This was followed by a government-franchise for basketball betting in December 2000. Thus, SLOT became the first government-franchised company in Asia to operate a sports betting business.
Visit www.macau-slot.com.
“Macau Slot is proud to once again support IAG’s Power 50 Gala Dinner,” said Macau Slot CEO, Stephen Ho. “As Macau’s first and only licensed sports betting business, it is only appropriate that we should be part of this unique event showcasing the important work of so many people within our industry. We wish IAG all the best for what promises to be another wonderful evening.”
MGM is a leading developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts in the Greater China region. The Company owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai.
MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort with approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling.
Named world’s best new skyscraper in 2018 by the Emporis Skyscraper Award, MGM COTAI offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, Asia’s first dynamic theater, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings and food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI became the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on 19 January 2019, making it the first architectural and structural Guiness World Records title for Macau, China.
Visit www.mgm.mo.
“My congratulations to Inside Asian Gaming’s Power 50 on entering its 15th edition this year,” said MGM China Holdings Co-Chairperson and Executive Director, Ms Pansy Ho. “MGM is delighted to continue our support for such a significant event in the integrated resort industry and join our industry peers across Asia in honoring the most distinguished pioneers and achievers within the sector. The Power 50 has provided a valuable platform to inspire industry leaders to attain greater accomplishments. I wish the event every success.”
Sands China Ltd is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macau. The company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian Macao and The Londoner® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macau peninsula.
The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at the Cotai Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macau. The company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macau’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).
Visit www.sandschina.com.
“Sands China sends its congratulations to IAG on the 2022 Asian Gaming Power 50,” said Dr Wilfred Wong, President of Sands China Ltd. “As one of the industry’s highest profile events, it recognizes the effort and creativity required of the leaders of our industry, especially in facing the challenges of a global pandemic. Our thanks go to IAG for organizing this event, and for its year-round reporting and analysis of the latest news in the Asian gaming industry.”
SJM RESORTS, S.A. (SJM), a subsidiary of the Hong Kong-listed SJM Holdings Limited, is a leading operator, owner and developer of premier tourism, leisure entertainment and related businesses in Macau and the only casino gaming concessionaire with its roots in Macau. SJM’s Grand Lisboa, with indoor access to the Hotel and Casino Lisboa, is the only hotel in Macau boasting seven Michelin stars, including two Michelin three-star restaurants The Eight and Robuchon au Dôme, as well as the one star-rated The Kitchen. SJM also operates Casino Oceanus at Jai Alai, connected directly to the Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. The adjacent Jai Alai complex comprises Jai Alai Hotel and multiple restaurants.
SJM opened the first phase of the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau on 30 July 2021. Situated at Cotai, the integrated resort will feature a total of 1,892 hotel rooms and suites in three hotel towers – the Grand Lisboa Palace Macau, the Palazzo Versace Macau and THE KARL LAGERFELD – as well as facilities for meetings and conferences, dining, shopping, gaming and entertainment.
Visit www.sjmholdings.com.
Ms Daisy Ho, Managing Director of SJM Resorts, S.A., said, “We wish to congratulate IAG on successfully hosting this prestigious gala dinner for the 15th year.”
Holding the distinct honor of being the only Resort in the world with 8 Forbes Five-Star Awards, Wynn Macau features two luxurious towers – Wynn and Encore – which boast more than 1,000 exquisitely furnished rooms and suites, Michelin-starred restaurants, two lavish spas, an outdoor swimming pool with luscious gardens, the most fashionable names in luxury retail and exciting entertainment.
Wynn Palace Cotai is the first and only resort in the world with more than one thousand rooms to receive Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards. The resort features 1,706 rooms, suites and villas, award-winning restaurants, the largest spa in Macau, world-renowned retail brands at Wynn Esplanade and versatile meeting facilities. Wynn Palace offers entertainment experiences including SkyCab ride above the Performance Lake and an collection of rare artwork.
Visit www.wynnmacau.com.
“As Inside Asian Gaming Power 50 marks its 15th anniversary, Wynn Macau wishes to extend its congratulations on another successful edition,” says Linda Chen, Vice Chairman and Executive Director of Wynn Macau, Limited. “The Power 50 remains one of the most essential overviews of incredible leaders who enable our industry to continually raise the bar. Recognizing these talents inspires us all to go further and rise higher, and we look forward to celebrating its 15th year milestone.”
Celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2022, the Asian Gaming Power 50 has established a reputation as the definitive guide to the most influential people in the Asian gaming industry over the preceding 12 months.
The Asian Gaming Power 50 Black Tie Gala Dinner will see IAG count down this year’s “Big 50” while guests enjoy a fine dining meal, lively entertainment and the company of many industry peers and influencers. The list will be announced in a variety of interesting ways by renowned VIPs.
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For sponsorship or ticketing inquiries, please contact Jadeson Ho on +853 2883 6497 or at jh@staging.asgam.com. Details of the sponsorship opportunities available can be found at www.iagpower50.com.
