AGEM RETROSPECTIVE 2015
AGEM CELEBRATES ITS MOST ACTIVE AND EFFECTIVE YEAR YET
On behalf of our 146 member companies from 21 countries around the world, I am honoured to share highlights of a very busy calendar year for AGEM and our members
First of all, we are pleased with our continuing relationship with G3 magazine, editor Lewis Pek, commercial director John Slattery and the entire G3 staff. We truly appreciate having a forum to share news and updates each month.
For G3 readers not entirely familiar with AGEM and its mission, we represent manufacturers and suppliers of electronic gaming devices, systems, table games, online technology, key components and support products and services for the gaming industry. AGEM works to further the interests of the world’s gaming equipment suppliers through political action, regulatory influence, trade show partnerships, educational alliances, information dissemination and good corporate citizenship.
What started with AGEM’s inception in 2000 and a focus initially on Nevada has evolved into a trade organisation with global influence as our members sell their products and technology into every legal and regulated gaming jurisdiction in the world.
With that in mind, 2015 was our most active year yet, starting in January with the election of new Officers and then throughout the year in these main categories:
NEW AGEM OFFICERS January brought a revamped Officer team, including
the addition of the new Vice President of Government Relations title. The AGEM Board of Directors approved the slate presented of President Tom Jingoli, Konami; First Vice President Dan Savage, Scientific Games; Second Vice President David Lucchese, Everi; Vice President Of Government Relations Steve DiMasi, GTECH / IGT; Secretary Mark Dunn, Aristocrat; Treasurer Tom Nieman, JCM Global; Co-General Counsel Mike Dreitzer, Ainsworth, and Co-General Counsel Harper Ko, Scientific Games.
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Thomas Jingoli, AGEM President
other factors on overall slot revenues in the U.S., continuing an industry discussion designed to optimize slot floors for the benefit of all.
RESPONSIBLE GAMING The AGEM Board in February approved the contract
For G3 readers not entirely familiar with AGEM and its mission, we represent manufacturers and suppliers of electronic gaming devices, systems, table games, online technology, key components and support products and services for the gaming industry. AGEM works to further the interests of the world’s gaming equipment suppliers.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The AGEM Board in February approved a 3-year
contract extension for Executive Director Marcus Prater, who has helped guide the organization to new heights since early 2008.
“BUILDING BETTER BUSINESS” AGEM initiated Senate Bill 9 in Nevada allowing for
variable-payback percentages on slot machines that will introduce true skill-based and arcade elements to casino floor for the first time. Following the unanimous passage of SB9 and the signing of the bill by Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval, AGEM worked closely with the Nevada Gaming Control Board on the new regulations and technical standards that will govern this exciting new form of gaming.
AGEM also released a detailed report by the respected firm of Applied Analysis on the effect of slot hold and
renewal of AGEM Director of Responsible Gaming Connie Jones and she had a very active year as AGEM continued to financially support a wide variety of organisations dedicated to responsible gaming initiatives, including the National Center for Responsible Gaming, the National Council on Problem Gambling, the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling, The Problem Gambling Center and GamCare in the United Kingdom.
INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCE With Director of Europe Tracy Cohen based in London
and AGEM addressing issues in markets ranging from Austria to Chile to Macau, the organisation continues to broaden its reach.
EDUCATION AGEM has remained committed to the educational
component in its mission statement, including funding separate AGEM scholarships at or contributions to the UNLV Lee Business School, Nevada State College, Drexel University, the American Indian College Fund, the Global Gaming Women Charitable Education Fund, Atlantic Cape (N.J.) Community College, the International Center for Excellence in Gaming Regulation at UNLV, Las Vegas Discovery Children’s Museum and Spread the Word Nevada.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER COMMITTEE In order for non-voting members to have a larger voice
in the organization, AGEM created a formal Associate Member Committee comprised of Tracey Chernay, TransAct Technologies; Jim Roberts, James Industries; Rodney Hammond, JCS Technologies; Eric Olsen, Olsen
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