Global Gaming Business
- Founded
- 2002-01-01 in Boulder City, Nevada, USA
- Headquarters
- 1000 Nevada Way, Suite 204, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA
- info@ggbmagazine.com
- Phone
- (702) 248-1565
Global Gaming Business (GGB) is North America’s only dedicated trade publication serving the international casino industry. Published by Casino Connection International, GGB delivers expert analysis of industry developments, regulatory trends, and land-based gaming innovations to a global audience of senior executives, regulators, public officials, attorneys, and Native American governments. The magazine reaches approximately 24,000 decision-makers through digital and print distribution, making it a central information hub for the commercial and tribal gaming sectors. Founded in 2002 by gaming media veteran Roger Gros, GGB has grown from a single monthly magazine into a multi-platform brand that includes the weekly e‑newsmagazine *GGB News*, the annual *Tribal Government Gaming* report, the design-focused *Casino Style*, and the pre‑Global Gaming Expo (G2E) preview publication *Progressive Products Preview (P3)*. The company also operates a growing podcast network featuring *GGB Podcast*, *The Gaming Legacy Podcast*, and *Frankly Slots*. GGB holds official partnerships with the American Gaming Association, the Global Gaming Expo, and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers. Headquartered in Boulder City, Nevada, the company operates with a small editorial and sales team that produces original reporting, industry analysis, and event coverage throughout the year. As a B2B media enterprise, Global Gaming Business does not operate gambling platforms or offer iGaming services; rather, it provides business intelligence, marketing opportunities, and thought leadership for the casino and gaming supply ecosystem.
Detailed Review
History and Founding
Global Gaming Business (GGB) was established in 2002 by Roger Gros, who also formed its parent company, Casino Connection International. Prior to founding GGB, Gros had a long career in gaming media, serving as Vice President of Casino Journal Publishing Group and editing several industry titles. He also co-founded the American Gaming Summit and the Southern Gaming Summit. The publication quickly became the leading trade title for the land-based casino sector in North America.
Products and Platforms
The company operates from a small office in Boulder City, Nevada, with an estimated 2–10 employees. Its flagship offering is GGB Magazine, a monthly print and digital trade publication distributed to approximately 24,000 senior gaming professionals, covering casino industry news, business trends, technology, regulation, and executive interviews. Complementing the magazine is GGB News, a weekly e‑newsmagazine delivering time‑sensitive updates. Specialized publications include Tribal Government Gaming, an annual edition on Native American gaming; Casino Style, a biannual magazine on non‑gaming amenities; and the Progressive Products Preview (P3), an annual preview of games and technology ahead of G2E. The company also operates a podcast network with GGB Podcast, The Gaming Legacy Podcast, and Frankly Slots, and maintains the Global Gaming Business Directory, an online listing of industry companies and services.
Market Position and Partnerships
GGB holds official partnerships with the American Gaming Association, the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM). It produces the annual “Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40” list in partnership with The Innovation Group. The publication serves as the official publication for these industry bodies, cementing its central role in the casino business ecosystem. As a B2B media enterprise, it competes with other trade outlets but maintains a unique focus on North American casino operations.
Leadership
The leadership team includes founder Roger Gros as Editor‑at‑Large and President of Casino Connection International; Frank Legato as Editor‑in‑Chief; Robin Harrison as Global Content Director and Publisher; Marjorie Preston as Managing Editor; and Terri Brady as Director of Sales & Marketing. The company does not have a publicly listed CEO or other C‑suite executives, with Gros acting as the most senior figure. The small editorial and sales team produces original reporting, industry analysis, and event coverage throughout the year.
Key Products
Casino Style
Biannual magazine dedicated to non‑gaming amenities in casino resorts, targeting architects, designers, and hospitality executives, published each June.
Progressive Products Preview (P3)
Annual preview of games, technology, and products ahead of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), published each September.
GGB Magazine
Monthly print and digital trade publication covering casino industry news, business trends, technology, regulation, and executive interviews. Distributed to approximately 24,000 senior gaming professionals.
GGB News
Weekly e‑newsmagazine providing time‑sensitive industry updates and analysis, published at ggbnews.com.
Tribal Government Gaming
Annual special edition focusing on developments, data, and trends in the Native American gaming industry, published each April.
GGB Podcast
The longest‑running industry podcast, regularly featuring interviews with C‑suite executives, regulators, and thought leaders.
The Gaming Legacy Podcast
Hosted by Roger Gros; explores career stories and industry heritage.
Frankly Slots
Hosted by Editor‑in‑Chief Frank Legato; focuses on slot machine technology and trends.
Global Gaming Business Directory (GGBDirectory.com)
Online directory listing casino gaming industry companies, products, and services.
Offices & Headcount
6 employees (approx.)
Key Persons
- Roger Gros
Founder & Editor-at-Large
- Frank Legato
Editor-in-Chief
- Marjorie Preston
Managing Editor
- Terri Brady
Director of Sales & Marketing
Notable past members
- Peter White — International Sales and Marketing Director