The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) International Gaming Institute (IGI) has confirmed the formation of an inaugural executive director’s advisory board.
This board aims to further the institute’s mission to provide “world-class research, education, and innovation to the global gaming and gambling industry”.
The board will provide strategic counsel to the IGI, foster connections and contribute insights and resources.
Members of IGI’s inaugural Board include Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation chief gaming officer Peter Arceo, Penn Entertainment SVP of regional operations Justin Carter, Wondr Nation president & CEO Anika Howard, DraftKings chief responsible gaming officer Lori Kalani, and AGS CEO David Lopez.
“It is my great pleasure to welcome this esteemed group to IGI’s inaugural advisory board,” said IGI executive director Brett Abarbanel. “This board will help elevate IGI’s profile of academic excellence through its commitment to our mission.
“We are honoured to welcome these accomplished experts and look forward to benefiting from their dynamic perspectives and support in creating meaningful connections between IGI and its stakeholders.”
Advisory Board members:
Peter Arceo – Chief Gaming Officer, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Richard Baldwin – Managing Partner, GGHM
Jan Jones Blackhurst – Independent Director, Caesars Entertainment
Carlos Carrion – VP International Sales and Business Development, SlotCycle
Justin Carter – SVP, Regional Operations, PENN Entertainment
Daron Dorsey – President & CEO, AGEM
Jessica Feil – VP Regulatory Affairs & Compliance, OpenBet
Chris Grove – Partner Emeritus, Eilers & Krejcik Gaming
Anika Howard – President & CEO, Wondr Nation
Lori Kalani – Chief Responsible Gaming Officer, DraftKings
David Lopez – CEO, AGS
Brian Mattingley – Former Chairman, Playtech
Laura McAllister Cox – CCO, Rush Street Interactive
Simon Thomas – Executive Chairman, Hippodrome Casino