November 10, 2017 By Robert Simmons The American Gaming Association (AGA) has announced the election of Tim Wilmott to the post of chairman for a period of two years, replacing Jim Murren in the role. Wilmott, currently the CEO of Penn National Gaming Inc has been actively involved in the AGA since 2015, serving as […]
Washington, DC – The American Gaming Association’s (AGA) Board of Directors today announced it has elected Tim Wilmott, CEO of Penn National Gaming, Inc., as the casino industry group’s next Chairman. Wilmott will serve a two-year term beginning in January, 2018. He succeeds outgoing AGA Chairman, Jim Murren, Chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts, who has led […]
November 7, 2017 By Pravina Narayan When it comes to the casino entertainment industry, most people think of cities like Las Vegas for the vast array of gaming and hospitality options available amid bright lights. However, somewhat overlooked is the role and impact of the casino industry on small businesses, including women and minority firms. […]
November 2, 2017 By Riley Snyder The long-awaited House tax overhaul plan released Thursday contained a minor change to the tax code that could affect one of Nevada’s primary industries — deductible losses associated with gambling. One of the several changes made in the 429-page bill promoted by Republicans as the first major tax code overhaul since […]
November 1, 2017 Dana Atkins, Military Officers Association of America A retired Air Force lieutenant general and command pilot, Atkins took charge of the association in 2016, stepping into the fight to protect the pay and benefits of U.S. troops. Mitch Bainwol, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers Bainwol was a key player behind legislation that would […]
Washington, D.C. – American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Geoff Freeman released the following statement today ahead of the 25th anniversary of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), which bans full-fledged sports betting outside Nevada: “PASPA is a failed law that has driven everyday sports fans into an unregulated, illegal sports betting market that offers […]
Detroit, MI – Of the 1.7 million casino gaming employees nationwide, 45 percent are minorities – far exceeding the national average of 33 percent – the American Gaming Association (AGA) highlighted today at a roundtable discussion at the National Minority Supplier Development Council Conference & Business Opportunity Exchange (NMSDC) in Detroit, Michigan. Tuesday’s event, part of […]
Oklahoma City, OK – The casino gaming industry supports 635,000 tribal gaming jobs and has an economic impact of nearly $97 billion, the American Gaming Association (AGA) announced today during a roundtable discussion with gaming leaders in Oklahoma City. Tuesday’s event, part of AGA’s Get to Know Gaming (G2KG) campaign, aims to educate communities about […]
October 17, 2017 By Aaron Stanley In just 30 years, tribal gaming has grown from virtual non-existence into an economic powerhouse in the United States, accounting for $96.6 billion in total economic output and 635,000 full time jobs. That’s according to a new study commissioned by the American Gaming Association and authored by Alan Meister, […]
October 17, 2017 By Richard N. Velotta When the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on the appealed sports wagering court case that pits New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie against the NCAA, it might also hear from consumer advocates that will argue that it’s the states — not the federal government — that should determine […]