The ECA Opening: Global Associations panel at the International Casino Conference featured a comment made by William Miller, representative of the American Gaming Association. The panel, moderated by Tom Nieman of Apollo Gaming Group, also included Erwin van Lambaart from the European Casino Association and Ernest Stevens Jr from the Indian Gaming Association. Miller highlighted the success of American operators like MGM, Wynn, and Sands in expanding to markets like Macau, positioning it as a leading gaming destination.
Miller emphasized the growth of US gaming globally, citing the example of Wynn building the first casino in the Middle East in Dubai. He believed that the American gaming model, whether commercial or tribal, could be replicated successfully worldwide.
Van Lambaart discussed Europe’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and the ECA’s focus on strengthening the industry post-pandemic. He acknowledged the challenges of innovation in the industry due to regulatory constraints. Van Lambaart also emphasized the importance of inclusivity and the need for new role models in the gaming industry.
Stevens highlighted the responsibility of tribal gaming associations towards their communities, emphasizing the priority given to regulation, security, and responsible gaming. He also stressed the importance of participation in the upcoming US presidential election to strengthen the Indian gaming industry.
Overall, the panel discussed the success and growth of American gaming brands internationally, Europe’s recovery from the pandemic, the importance of innovation and inclusivity, and the responsibility of gaming associations towards their communities.
