AGEM
Membership News MEMBER PROFILES
1 Company Plan A Technologies Web address
www.planatechnologies.com AGEM Membership level Associate Description Plan A Technologies is a software engineering company. Clients include both startups and Fortune 500 organisations for which they build or enhance hundreds of different types of software products.
2 Company The Innovation Group Inc. Web address
www.theinnovationgroup.com AGEM Membership Associate Description The Innovation Group, with offices in Florida, Louisiana, Colorado and Nevada, is a research and advisory firm with 30 years of global experience in the gaming, entertainment, hospitality, tourism and leisure sectors. Their services have been associated with more than $100bn in investment decisions.
3 CompanyUnited States Playing Card Co. Web address
www.usplayingcard.com AGEM Membership Associate Description The United States Playing Card Company, based in Kentucky, has designed and manufactured quality playing cards since 1867. USPCC cards can be found in the emerging table-top gaming markets and are staples in the most prestigious casinos while the company leverages the latest technologies to its create cards.
AGEM MAY 2025 RECAP
1 USA and global trade policy will be an ongoing item for 2025, specifically focusing on the impact of tariffs and trade conflicts that will affect goods and services across nearly all supply chains. While these changes continue to occur on a monthly, weekly and sometimes daily basis, AGEM will continue discussions about supplier concerns surrounding the challenges confronting suppliers. Te general view is that it appears the USA will establish a new baseline tariff of 10 per cent across all countries and regions as an outcome of the ongoing discussions and conflicts between the USA and other countries/regions. AGEM’s Daron Dorsey also recently went to Washington, D.C., along with the leadership of the AGA and certain key larger supplier companies, to present to members of Congress and the entire Nevada delegation to raise better awareness of our gaming supplier sector and its concerns with the ongoing trade conflicts.
2 Following the recent announcement, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has appointed industry veteran Mike Dreitzer as the incoming Chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), who will assume the role following the departure of current Chair Kirk Hendrick in June 2025. Chair Dreitzer’s appointment is welcomed by AGEM and its members, as he brings extensive experience in gaming and a deep understanding of the supplier sector. AGEM looks forward to continuing the progress made with Chair Hendrick on gaming technology issues and working alongside Chair Dreitzer on industry issues in the years ahead.
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AGEM INDEX
The AGEM Index grew by 126.55 points to 1,742.29 in April 2025, a 7.8 per cent gain from the prior month. Compared to one year ago, the index rose 57.1 per cent, or 633.23 points. During the latest month, seven of the 12 AGEM Index companies reported stock price increases, which resulted in seven positive contributions, four negative contributions and one neutral contribution to the AGEM Index. The largest positive contributor to the index was Konami, whose 15.8 per cent increase in stock price led to a 91.34-point gain. Meanwhile, Aristocrat saw its stock increase by 4.2 per cent, leading to a 40.46-point increase. The largest negative contributor to the index was Crane, whose 8.7 per cent decrease resulted in a 6.00-point loss.
AGEM is an international trade association representing manufacturers of electronic gaming devices, systems, lotteries and components for the gaming industry. The Association works to further the interests of gaming equipment manufacturers throughout the world. Through political action, tradeshow partnerships, information dissemination and good corporate citizenship, the members of AGEM work together to create benefits for every company within the organisation. Together, AGEM and its member organisations have assisted regulatory commissions and participated in the legislative process to solve problems and create a positive business environment.
3 Te JCM 26th Annual AGEM-AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Benefiting International Center for Responsible Gaming took place recently at the Rio Secco Golf Club in Las Vegas. Te event was once again superbly organised by the JCM team and saw a full subscription of 140 players compete with the JCM team winning the team title. Not only a great day for AGEM members and other participants, but the event also serves as an important fundraiser for the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG). Te final fundraising tally is still to be confirmed, but it is close to reaching its goal, with US$3n raised by the industry since its inception.
4 Te renewal process for FY2026 Membership Dues remains in progress. AGEM appreciates its members for assisting with the processing and payment of those dues which support association initiatives. For any questions, please contact Allison McCoy or Daron Dorsey.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS
1 Te 3rd Annual Suppliers Summit with Vixio, is due to be held at UNLV Black Fire Innovation on June 11, 2025. Tis event features fireside chats and panels covering industry topics followed by a networking cocktail reception.
2 Te Canadian Gaming Summit will take place June 17-19 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada. AGEM is a long-term supporter of the summit and intends to again sponsor a networking reception surrounding the event.
3 Te next AGEM monthly meeting will take place on June 10 at 8:00 am PST via Zoom.
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