The 23rd Anniversary of GLI's Regulators Roundtable: A Glimpse into the Gaming Industry's Future
Long-standing GLI Roundtable Celebrates a Quarter of a Century
Get the lowdown! Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is once again bringing together industry leaders, regulators, and stakeholders for their annual Regulators Roundtable—this time on April 16-17 at the enticing Palms Casino Resort in Sin City.
Join the party in Vegas! Surviving a quarter-century of hosting this must-attend event means keeping it fresh, and GLI seems to have mastered the art. From keynote speakers and lively panel discussions to breakout sessions, the agenda addresses the hottest topics in the gaming industry, such as sports betting, iGaming, cybersecurity, and combating illegal gambling.
State-of-the-art demonstrations This year’s "Innovation Tech Hub" will showcase groundbreaking technologies from Bulletproof, IXUP, Kobetron, Marbles.io, and PokerLab. Catch these top-notch tech demos and learn how they're shaking up the gaming world.
Seven years ago GLI's first event featured 30 regulators squeezing into a conference room in Denver, Colorado. Today, the event is growing exponentially, with more than 300 attendees from around the globe set to join the 2023 festivities.
Staying true to our roots As Christie Eickelman, Vice President of Global Marketing at GLI, who's attended the Roundtable since its inception, put it:
Throughout the year, GLI surveys regulators to identify challenges they're facing and tailor the event's agenda to address these pain points.
Growth through diversification The Regulators Roundtable has expanded beyond its core gaming industry focus, incorporating elements to create a more entertaining and enjoyable experience, like keynote speeches from industry thought leaders.
Past keynote speakers Making a splash in the past have been:
- Rep. Dina Titus, a UNLV Professor and Member of the United States Civil Rights Commission (2011)
- Mark Eaton, NBA All-Star, motivational speaker, and team building expert (2015)
- Lt. Colonel Kevin Sweeney (2016)
- Nate Silver, author and founder of FiveThirtyEight.com (2022)
- Jeffrey Ma, former VP of Analytics and Data Science for Twitter, predictive analytics expert for ESPN, kingpin of the famous MIT Blackjack Team, and former vice president of Microsoft for Startups (2024)
- Kerry Bubolz, President, Vegas Golden Knights of the NHL (2018)
Each of these speakers has captivated the audience with pertinent and engaging messages.
Looking forward This year's keynote speaker will be Molly Bloom, the "Poker Princess" of the 2000s, known for hosting high-stakes poker games in L.A. that attracted A-list celebrities. The inspiration for the book Molly's Game and the movie starring Jessica Chastain, Molly Bloom is undoubtedly an unmissable speaker.
Get those running shoes ready! If you're up for a challenge, join the 5K Regulators Fun Run on April 16 and connect with fellow attendees during breakfast and networking opportunities throughout the event.
Seducing regulators with technology This year's Innovation Tech Hub will feature an educational exploration into the newest gaming technologies. James Maida, President and CEO of GLI, and Mackenzie Haugh, Chief Delivery Officer at GLI, will head a panel discussion on the "Top 10 Trends in Tech," setting the stage for two days of thought-provoking discussions. Smaller breakout sessions allow attendees to delve deeper into technology and industry topics.
In conclusion, the Regulators Roundtable provides a unique opportunity for industry players to connect, forge friendships, and collaborate on solutions to the challenges faced by gaming regulators across the globe. As Christie Eickelman said:
- In the future, attendees of the 2024 Regulators Roundtable can expect keynote speeches from Jeffrey Ma, a former VP of Analytics and Data Science for Twitter, known for his expertise in predictive analytics and his role in the MIT Blackjack Team.
- Stakeholders at the 2024 Regulators Roundtable may also be interested in the Tech Hub demonstrations, where Bulletproof technology will be showcased, presenting opportunities to see how this cutting-edge technology is influencing the gaming world.
- During the 2024 Regulators Roundtable, Maurice "Molly" Bloom, the "Poker Princess" of the 2000s, will deliver a captivating keynote speech, sharing her experiences hosting high-stakes poker games that attracted A-list celebrities and inspired the book and film Molly's Game.
