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The Global Gaming Women Charitable Education Fund (GGW) provides educational opportunities to women pursuing careers in gaming through leadership and professional development experiences offered throughout the year.
The W Leadership Development Conference is reserved for the most senior-level women in the gaming industry. This exclusive 2.5-day educational experience is designed for accomplished leaders seeking to further develop their strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and executive coaching capabilities.
Participants will engage with some of the industry's top executives through specialized business breakouts focused on professional development, legal and human resources, gaming operations, resort operations, information technology, and marketing. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to learn directly from accomplished women leaders and gain insights into key business areas across the gaming industry.
Applications will be reviewed following the application deadline, and applicants will be notified of their status via email.
APPLICANT CRITERIA
Applications for the W Conference are available to women working in the gaming or gaming-adjacent industry who are interested in expanding their knowledge, strengthening their leadership capabilities, and making a positive contribution to the industry.
To be considered for a W Conference scholarship, applicants must:
- Have a minimum of five years of experience in their current position or a comparable leadership role.
- Currently serve in a director-level position or above and be the most senior leader in their department or area of oversight.
- Provide an up-to-date LinkedIn profile link or current resume.
- Complete all application requirements in full.
Applicant's digital signature serves as a commitment to complete the required pre-work, including participation in the DISC Communication Profile and other conference preparation activities.
Applicant's digital signature also serves as a commitment to attend and actively participate in the full conference experience.
Attendance is offered exclusively through the scholarship application process. Scholarship recipients are selected by the GGW Scholarship Selection Committee, and scholarship funds cover all conference registration and program fees.
Scholarships are non-transferable and will be forfeited if a recipient is unable to attend.
Travel, lodging, and all other related expenses are the responsibility of the scholarship recipient. Discounted hotel rates may be available at the host property or a nearby hotel.
Conference venues may be located on casino properties and may require valid government-issued identification for entry. Applicants must be legally permitted to access the conference site.
Scholarship recipients should consult their tax advisor regarding any potential tax implications associated with receiving a scholarship award.
