February 2019 Issue | Casino Journal

In this issue of Casino Journal, read about the latest stories from the gaming industry, take a look at table games strategies with casino operators, casino marketing tips, and much more!

Special Section: Security & Surveillance

Hanwha Techwin America outlines casino surveillance advances

Latest multi-sensor video technology delivers casino-level specs while cutting costs.

Paul Doocey

February 21, 2019

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Patron and worker safety is always front of mind for casino operators, and security and surveillance experts offer advice, case studies and new products to help alleviate some of these concerns.

Focus On: Best Boards

AETHOS Consulting's top gaming boards of 2018

Lessons learned

Keith Kefgen Terry Donovan

February 21, 2019

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Many investors are asking whether governance in corporate America is working. In some cases, the blunt answer is “no.” Just consider the firing of CBS president and CEO Les Moonves. How did it take a decade for issues of harassment come to light?

Casino Journal’s Cutting Edge Table Games Conference's annual operator roundtable

Games & Technology: Table Games

Casino operators discuss table games strategy

A panel of table game operators discuss strategy and solutions to common problems faced by all

Charles Anderer

February 21, 2019

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Casino Journal’s Cutting Edge Table Games Conference features an annual operator roundtable. The 2018 edition, held last November, was moderated by Michael Hochman, vice president of casino operations, Canterbury Park. A summary of their conversation follows.

Games & Technology

The latest trends in slot cabinet design

Cabinet Considerations

Joan Mantini

February 21, 2019

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For decades, a visitor to the gaming floor would have been hard pressed to differentiate one slot cabinet from another. But the past 20 years have seen a dramatic sea of change when it comes to the look and feel of slot machine cabinets.

Editor's Letter

Wire Act may brake iGaming

One step up, two steps back

Paul Doocey

February 21, 2019

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When the Supreme Court repealed the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act last May, clearing the way for states to enact sports betting, it appeared that the online wagering industry in the U.S. was finally going to be on par with Europe and other international gaming marketplaces.

Marketing

Ways to incorporate sports betting into gaming strategy

Deana Scott

February 21, 2019

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Prior to in-home megascreen televisions and sports packages on steroids, going to your local casino or bar to watch a sporting event was “a thing.” Could legalized sports betting signal the return of the packed bars at gaming facilities for college football, Super Bowl and NCAA basketball?

Conrad on Casino Marketing

A lifetime of casino marketing learning in 1,600 words (Part II)

Dennis Conrad

February 21, 2019

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In my Casino Journal column last month, I began to share what I have learned in my nearly 45-year career in the gaming industry. I made the case for fun. In this month’s column, I share seven more key learnings from a career in gaming spent watching, listening, challenging, questioning, and in many cases, screwing up.

Casino Branding

Casinos need to pay more attention to brand culture

Julia Carcamo

February 21, 2019

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This year, advertising and media will become even more crowded than ever before as technology continues to evolve and play a bigger part in the lives of consumers.

Human Resources

Real-world discussion about casinos and sexual harassment

MaryMarie Quigley

February 21, 2019

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This year my company added sexual harassment training to its portfolio of leadership and communication training. I’ve heard many jokes from people as a result of this endeavor… “Sexual harassment training… does that mean you’re teaching people how to do it?”

Law

A primer on casino game patents

Patented approach

Adam Yowell

Michael Rounds

February 21, 2019

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Patents are a unique type of commercial investment. They can be used to keep out competitors, defend against a competitor's litigation aggression, enable cross-licensing opportunities or any combination of these. Here is some strategy to consider when pondering the potential of a patent litigation.

The Back Page

Economic warning signs for the gaming industry

Fragile, handle with care

Charles Anderer

February 21, 2019

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The surreal weather, the blown pass interference calls, the government shutdowns, the fences, the walls… it was enough to make one pine for the days when the biggest post-holiday stress inducers were photos of celebrities in their bathing suits at Nevis.

Caesars Republic Scottsdale, its first non-gaming hotel in the U.S.

In the News

Caesars unveils plans for its first non-gaming U.S. hotel

February 21, 2019

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Caesars Entertainment Corporation plans to open Caesars Republic Scottsdale, its first non-gaming hotel in the U.S., as part of its plan to expand its brands and loyalty network through its licensing strategy.

In the News

Wynn Resort settles complaint, outlines sexual harassment prevention steps

February 21, 2019

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Wynn Resorts acknowledged and agreed to settle a disciplinary complaint by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) outlining sexual misconduct allegations against founder and former CEO Steve Wynn and the company’s failure to report and investigate these claims.

NOVOMATIC is premium supplier to new Corona Casino

NOVOMATIC premium supplier to new Corona Casino in Vietnam

February 1, 2019

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Corona Resort and Casino on Phu Quoc, the largest island in Vietnam, selected NOVOMATIC as its premium supplier to provide a range of gaming terminals, the casino management system and media technology across its casino floor.

In the News

MGM acquires N.Y.-based Empire City Casino

February 21, 2019

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MGM Resorts International and MGM Growth Properties (MGP) have completed the transactions for the purchase of Empire City Casino in Yonkers, N.Y.

Rymax Marketing on the casino marketing game

Talking Points with Paul Gordon, Rymax Marketing

Rymax Marketing on staying ahead of the casino marketing game

Rymax Marketing stays ahead of the game by constantly upgrading player loyalty merchandise and delivery technology

Paul Doocey

February 21, 2019

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Rymax Marketing has carved out a very successful niche in the North American casino industry. Paul Gordon, senior vice president of sales for Rymax, recently took some time to field questions from Casino Journal Editor Paul Doocey.

Casino executives on the move

February 21, 2019

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Reporting recent news regarding casino industry executives. This month we check in with: Luke Orchard, senior vice president, chief compliance and risk management officer for International Game Technology PLC (IGT); Kim Nasuta, vice president of human resources for AGS; Michael Rumbolz, President and CEO for Everi Holdings; and Keith A. Meister, managing partner and chief investment officer of Corvex Management LP.