UNLV’s International Gaming Institute Announces First Executive Director’s Advisory Board
Introduction to the Executive Director’s Advisory Board
The International Gaming Institute (IGI) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has unveiled its inaugural Executive Director’s Advisory Board. This board aims to help develop a top-tier research, education, and innovation center dedicated to tackling challenges and setting new trends within the global gaming and gambling industry.
New Advisory Board Comprises 14 Industry Experts
The newly formed IGI Executive Director’s Advisory Board consists of 14 distinguished experts and leaders from the gaming and gambling sectors. These members bring extensive experience in research, responsibility, and problem gambling issues. The board members include:
- Peter Arceo, Chief Gaming Officer, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
- Richard Baldwin, Managing Partner, GGHM
- Jan Jones Blackhurst, Independent Director at Caesars Entertainment and Executive Director of UNLV Black Fire Leadership Initiative
- Carlos Carrion, Vice President of International Sales and Business Development, SlotCycle
- Justin Carter, Senior Vice President of Regional Operations, Penn Entertainment
- Daron Dorsey, President and CEO, AGEM
- Jessica Feil, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, OpenBet
- Chris Grove, Partner Emeritus, Eilers & Krejcik Gaming
- Anika Howard, President and CEO, Wondr Nation
- Lori Kalani, Chief Responsible Gaming Officer, DraftKings
- David Lopez, CEO, AGS
- Brian Mattingley, Former Chairman, Playtech
- Laura McAllister Cox, Chief Commercial Officer, Rush Street Interactive
- Simon Thomas, Executive Chairman, Hippodrome Casino
Board’s Mission and Impact
This diverse group of industry professionals will provide strategic guidance, foster key relationships, and support the International Gaming Institute’s efforts to advance regulation, operational excellence, innovation, and research. Their focus will especially emphasize responsible gambling practices and minimizing harm, helping to inform policymakers and set industry standards.
Remarks from IGI’s Executive Director
Brett Abarbanel, Executive Director of IGI, expressed his enthusiasm about the board’s formation: “We are delighted to welcome such an accomplished group to our inaugural Advisory Board. Their dedication will enhance IGI’s reputation for academic excellence and commitment to our mission.
We look forward to leveraging their insights and forming meaningful connections between IGI and its stakeholders to further our goals.”