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NCLGS WINTER MEETING AGENDA |
Thursday, December 12 |
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2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registration 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. IMGL Master Classes (Open to All) 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Navigating Gaming Regulatory Challenges in Mergers & Acquisitions and the Introduction of Private Equity As the gaming industry continues to evolve, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) have become a powerful tool for growth and diversification. However, these transactions come with a unique set of regulatory challenges that can make or break a deal. This panel will explore the complex regulatory landscape that companies must navigate during M&A, with a special focus on the rising influence of Private Equity in the gaming sector. Moderator: J. Kelly Duncan, Partner, Jones Walker LLP Panelists: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Uncovering Risk: The Vital Role of Due Diligence in iGaming In the fast-paced world of iGaming, thorough due diligence is essential to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance. This panel will delve into three real-world case studies, each highlighting the challenges and complexities that can surface during due diligence investigations. From identifying hidden risks to navigating regulatory requirements, these cases underscore the critical importance of comprehensive due diligence in the iGaming industry. Moderator: Phil Sicuso, Partner, Bose McKinney & Evans LLP Panelists: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NCLGS Board Meeting (By Invitation Only) 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. NCLGS Attendee Kickoff Reception sponsored by GLI (Open to All Attendees. Badge Required for Entry) 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Late Night Cigars and Bourbon sponsored by Light & Wonder (Open to All Attendees) 9:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. NCLGS After Glow sponsored by Jones Walker & Outlier (Open to All Attendees) |
Friday, December 13 |
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7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Welcome Address – President’s Address 9:15 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. Committee on Casinos This ain’t your granddad’s sweepstakes. The unlicensed and unregulated online “sweepstakes” casino market in the United States is now making billions of dollars, with the advertising on TV, radio, and social media to match. The legal, licensed gaming industry and state regulators have taken notice, with important implications for taxation, Responsible Gaming, the value of a gaming license, and more. Our industry and regulatory experts examine the impact these unlicensed and unregulated operations have on the regulated gaming industry and discuss whether this will be a major focus moving into 2025. Chair: Representative Chris Kannady, Oklahoma Presenters: 10:10 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. Networking Break 10:40 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Committee on Lottery “Maximizing Returns to Your States and Beneficiaries” and how the “Disruption of Private Business in Lottery Policy” collide. How lotteries implement new technologies and continue to modernize new offerings to continue to drive revenue and stay competitive will be the focus of this discussion. Our top lottery experts will also discuss how the landscape is shifting for lottery and all verticals in gaming – how are the private companies helping advance the role of government-owned lotteries? The US Department of Justice has long held the position that states cannot sell their lotteries, but what role can private companies – including gaming-related operators and suppliers – play in the future of lottery? Chair: Representative Al Williams, Georgia; NCLGS President-elect Presenters: 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. General Session: Southern Living! Our top southern gaming experts explain the gaming landscape in the south – how they got there and where they are going. How will continued expansion and momentum for new projects affect the region, and will the South give the North a run for its money in the next decade? Chair: Delegate Shawn Fluharty, West Virginia; NCLGS President Presenters: 12:20 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Lunch 1:40 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Keynote Address: Louisiana Senate President J. Cameron Henry, Jr. 1:50 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. General Session Consequences of the 2024 elections and a look ahead to 2025 in politics and gaming: Join our political and regulatory gurus for a one-of-a-kind session. Co-Chairs: Delegate Shawn Fluharty, West Virginia, NCLGS President Presenters: 2:45 p.m. – 3:10 p.m. Networking Break 3:10 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Special Committee on Education NCLGS continues its educational sessions around the intersection of expanded gaming in the United States and college / pro athletics. How will player harassment issues with athletes, expanded gaming and influencers play into new legislation or regulations on the industry? Chair: Representative Mike Finn, Massachusetts Presenters: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sports Betting Regulators Association Meeting (Open to all Attendees) 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Welcome ReceptionSponsored by IGT (Open to all Attendees. Badge Required for Entry.) 9:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. FanDuel/NCLGS Late Night Reception (Open to all Attendees) |
Saturday, December 14 |
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7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast 8:45 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Executive Committee Meeting (By Invitation Only) 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Committee on iGaming Chair: Former Senator Steve Geller, Florida; NCLGS General Counsel; NCLGS Founder 10:15 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. General Session: iGaming – An International and US Perspective A panel of industry experts and regulators convenes to delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of online internet gambling. With global perspectives from the United States, United Kingdom, and beyond, this panel will explore the growth of the iGaming industry, the regulatory challenges it presents and the strategies to protect the public interest. Presenters: 10:50 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. Networking Break 11:10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Committee on Responsible Gaming Where the rubber hits the road. Case Study: Louisiana’s model for Responsible Gambling. How can Louisiana teach other states how to implement winning programs? Chair: Representative Shelley Kloba, Washington; NCLGS Board Member Presenters: 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Committee on Pari-Mutuel Hold your horses! Is the future of horse racing really the sports betting solution of fixed odds and a Historical Horse Racing machine? As legislators prepare to hear from various horse racing interests in their offices at state capitols across the country during 2025 legislative sessions, our regulatory and commercial interests discuss these two verticals. Co-Chairs: Senator Jason Barrett, West Virginia, NCLGS Secretary Presenters: 12:50 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Legislator Roundtable Lunch (By Invitation Only) 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Afternoon at the Races: Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots |
Sunday, December 15 |
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7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Regulator Roundtable – in partnership with North American Gaming Regulators Association (NAGRA) As gaming evolves, all gaming operations are becoming verticals of one industry. With that in mind, how should states regulate these different verticals? Can one agency address all the licensing and regulatory variables that differentiate these operations? Can a state function with multiple agencies regulating different aspects of gaming? What happens when different agencies oversee slot machines and VLTs in the same state? How are different states taking differing approaches to this issue? How can differing cultures address similar issues, considering that lotteries operate in a culture that encourages maximizing revenue while gaming agencies are structured to focus on integrity and other non-revenue areas? Chair: Former Senator Steve Geller, Florida; NCLGS General Counsel; NCLGS Founder Presenters: 9:50 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. Committee on Emerging Forms of Gaming: Legislation and New Tech Technical, regulatory and legislative experts discuss how legislation and regulation impact adoption of new technology and have the potential to delay implementation of existing and mature technologies. While technological innovation occurs within the realm of gaming devices, gaming content, platforms, and marketing features, the gaming industry is often a laggard when it comes to adopting and utilizing technologies that other industries have long implemented. This session will touch on how legislators and regulators can offer simple, actionable, standards-based solutions to encourage new technology to be utilized within the industry. Chair: Representative Steve Bashore, Oklahoma Presenters: 10:40 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Committee on Indian Gaming It’s the Compacts! Federal regulations, transparency and the US Department of Interior‘s updating of Class III Gaming Compact Approval Processes. As the Indian gaming industry continues to flourish nationally and assist tribal nations with economic development, has the Department of Interior done enough to give tribal and state legislative leaders clear, transparent guidance and the tools necessary in tribal/state negotiations on compacts? Indian Country and legislative leaders will also preview the top legislative 2025 Indian Country issues. Co-chairs: Representative Shelley Kloba, Washington Presenters: |
NCLGS Winter Meeting Concludes |
