Sphere Reports 3Q Loss as CFO Walks Out
The Las Vegas Sphere (l.) is the talk of the town, having just opened earlier this fall. However, Gautam Ranji, the chief financial officer of the venue’s parent company,...
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Kambi Appoints Anders Ström as Chairman of the Board
Kambi co-founder and board member Anders Ström (l.) has been appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors after Lars Stugemo decided to stand down after almost 10 years...
Clarion Appoints Sierra-Hughes as ICE Ambassador
Longtime industry veteran Karen Marcela Sierra-Hughes (l.) has been appointed as an ICE Ambassador by Clarion Gaming.
Chris Creasey Named VP of Gaming at Suffolk
Gaming industry veteran Chris Creasey (l.) has been appointed as vice president of gaming at Suffolk.
Nick Rust Named First U.K. Gambling Industry Forum Chairman
Nick Rust (l.) has been named the inaugural chairman of the U.K. Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) Industry Forum. The industry veteran, who will serve a two-year term, will provide an...
Bob Woodbury Named COO of Koin
Finance veteran Bob Woodbury (l.) has been appointed as chief operating officer for Koin.
NJDGE’s Rebuck to be Honored at ECGC
David Rebuck (l.), director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City.
ICGR Names Megan Basson Executive Director
Megan Basson (l.) has been named executive director of the International Center for Gaming Regulation.
Pro-Gambling Ohio Lawmaker Stepping Down
Ohio State Rep. Bill Seitz (l.), who has been a staunch supporter of gambling measures including brick-and-mortar casino legalization and failed attempts to pass iGaming, will not run for...
UKGC Adds Commissioners
The U.K. Gambling Commission has added seven new members. The regulator says the new commissioners “bring experience and knowledge from a wide range of sectors to help us ensure...
Julie Brinkerhoff-Jacobs to Retire from Lifescapes
Julie Brinkerhoff-Jacobs (l.), president of Lifescapes International, announced that she will retire from her post by the end of the year, after 42 years with the firm.
Manila IR Announces Executive Lineup
Manila integrated resort LET Westside has announced the appointments of three new executives, including ex-Star Entertainment COO Damian Quayle (l.). The IR is scheduled to open in late 2024.
Graton Appoints Ellis as Chief HR Officer
Graton Resort & Casino in California has appointed Amy Ellis (l.) to the new position of chief human resources officer. Ellis first joined the resort in 2017 as director...
IAGR Announces New Leadership
The International Association of Gaming Regulators has named Ben Haden to succeed Dr. Jason Lane as president and has named Caroline Kongwa the new vice president.
Town Founder, Casino Pioneer Don Laughlin Dead at 92
Don Laughlin (l.), who established, groomed and developed the town that now bears his name into a casino and resort center, is dead at 92.
Light & Wonder Names Foster Head of Reno Studio
Light & Wonder has named industry veteran Kelsy Foster as the head of its Reno, Nevada game studio.
Acres Names David Bain CFO
Acres Technology has brought on veteran Wall Street gaming investment analyst David Bain as the company’s new chief financial officer.
Rod Centers Named COO of Seneca Gaming
Industry veteran Rod Centers (l.) has been named chief operating officer of Seneca Gaming Corporation.
Massachusetts Commission Seeks Executives
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to fill top-level positions, after opening a search in early October for a new executive director.
SkyCity CEO Ahearne to Depart in March
SkyCity CEO Michael Ahearne (l.) has announced plans to step down in March 2024, after more than five years with the company, three of those in the role of...
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December 4-6, 2023: 49th Annual Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona’s Race Track Industry Program. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/2023-symposium/.
January 22-24, 2024: San Diego AML Conference, San Diego, CA Gain valuable insights into the latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges specific to casinos, towards creating a safer and more secure environment for the industry. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event/.
February 6-8, 2024: International Casino Exhibition (ICE), ExCeL London, U.K. Produced by Clarion Events. For more information visit icegaming.com/.
February 25-28, 2024: SiGMA Eurasia, InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE. Produced by SiGMA Group For more information visit sigma.world/.
March 5-7, 2024: SBC Summit Rio, Windsor Barra Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Produced by SBC Events. For more information visit sbcevents.com.
March 12-15, 2024: Africa Gaming Expo, Eko Convention Center, Lagos, Nigeria. Produced by Africa Gaming Expo Ltd. For more information visit agelagos.com/.
March 18-20, 2024: Casino Marketing Boot Camp, New Orleans, LA. Intensive and hands-on, this three-day workshop gives casino marketers a 360-degree view of marketing and what it takes to gain market share and loyalty. A single-track, shared experience, Boot Camp’s hands-on approach combines interactive and immersive activities that will bring all your great ideas into focus and actionable plans. For more information visit https://casinomarketingbootcamp.com/new-orleans-2024.
April 8-11, 2024: Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California. Produced by the Indian Gaming Association. For more information visit indiangamingtradeshow.com.
April 17-18, 2024: East Coast Gaming Congress, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Produced by Spectrum Gaming Group, Cooper Leveson and PlayDoit. For more information visit eastcoastgamingcongress.com.
May 14-16, 2024: Cage Conference + Connect User Conference, Gila River Resorts & Casinos Learn about new technologies that enhance profitability and network with industry leaders who have proven success in Cage, Revenue and Player Services. For more information visit skiild.com/cage-conference/.
