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Caesars Entertainment Recognized as Best Employer for Veterans by Forbes America
Caesars Entertainment, the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S., has been recognized as one of the Best Employers for Veterans by Forbes and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. Caesars has a long-standing commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, including the Company’s Business Impact Groups (BIGs), one of which, SALUTE, is dedicated to veteran Team Members.
SALUTE provides a supportive community for active-duty and veteran military Team Members, their spouses and allies. The group offers a community to share experiences and volunteer opportunities at veteran organizations across the country. With the help of SALUTE, Caesars has donated close to $1 million and volunteered more than 4,000 hours with local veteran groups.
“I served in the military for eight years; little did I know that afterward, a job offer extended by a fellow U.S. Marine would grow into a nearly 32-year career with Caesars Entertainment,” said Bill Gustafson, SVP & GM of Horseshoe Hammond, a Caesars Entertainment property. “I am honored to work for a company that makes a point to hire veterans and offers support both internally with SALUTE and externally through donations and volunteer hours that benefit veteran organizations. Caesars continuously recognizes the sacrifices our military makes in the name of liberty and democracy and offers support to whoever might need it.”
The Forbes list of the Best Employers for Veterans was conducted through an independent survey by Statista that included around 7,000 U.S. veterans working for companies employing at least 1,000 people within the U.S. Participants were asked to give their opinion on a series of statements related to general topics regarding their own employer, for example: atmosphere & development, image, working conditions, salary & wage, workplace, diversity, and a set of topics related specifically to the interests of veterans in the workplace, as well as a set of topics related specifically to the interests of veterans in the workplace. The full list of award recipients is now available on Forbes.com.
“We’re thrilled to be named as one of the Best Employers for Veterans,” said Heather Rapp, SVP of Corporate Social Responsibility for Caesars Entertainment. “But more importantly, we’re so honored to be able to support our active-duty and veteran Team Members and spouses by providing them with resources and a community to come together to discuss experiences and common issues. We’re proud and extremely thankful for their service and recognize the great sacrifices they have made for our country.”
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GR8 Tech Brings âBest Workplace 2024â and Fresh LatAm Insights from BIS SiGMA Americas
GR8 Tech’s participation at the recent BIS SiGMA Americas event held in SĂŁo Paulo was quite successful, highlighted by winning the ‘BEST WORKPLACE 2024’ award at the SiGMA Americas Awards and holding over 150 meetings with operators and other stakeholders. These interactions have laid a solid foundation for GR8 Techâs strategic expansion in the region and provided the team with significant insights into the evolving Latin American iGaming market.
A Closer Look at the Brazilian Market and Wider LatAm
“Brazil is not synonymous with Latin America. Each country on the continent has its own unique characteristics,” Evgen Belousov, GR8 Tech CEO.
The most important thing to understand in the LatAm region is that itâs very diverse. There are significant cultural and operational differences that necessitate a localized approach. For example, “Brazil’s rhythm is distinct; life starts in the afternoon, and business interactions reflect this laid-back pace. To thrive here, understanding and integrating into the local lifestyle is essential.”
Belousov further discussed the Brazilian market’s competitive nature, highlighting retention strategies’ crucial role. “The churn rate is high as players frequently shift between operators lured by aggressive marketing. Hence, having robust retention mechanisms, such as real-time tools and enticing bonus mechanics, is crucial to maintaining a loyal customer base,” he added.
Yevhen Krazhan, CBDO, addressed trending compliance and market preferences. “Regulation is a hot topic, with a keen focus on product compliance. Moreover, while classic sportsbooks saturate the market, emerging interests lie in areas like fantasy sports and social gaming, which present new opportunities for differentiation and growth.”
Thomas Carvalhaes, Senior Business Development Manager for the Latin America region, provided his expertise during the panel discussion âUnderstanding the demands and evolution of the B2B marketâ, highlighting the demand for localization and intuitive technology. “In Latin America, where many markets are still learning the ropes of iGaming, the simplicity of the technology is key. Products need to be user-friendly to ensure they meet the expectations of a clientele that values straightforward and engaging gaming experiences,” Carvalhaes explained.
Future Directions and Engagements
Building on the insights and achievements from BIS SiGMA Americas, GR8 Tech is actively expanding its presence in Brazil and LatAm, establishing its reputation as a key player in the region. The company is also exploring opportunities in other global markets, with Asia as the next target at SiGMA Asia, scheduled for June 3-6 in Manila, Philippines. This upcoming event presents another fantastic opportunity for GR8 Tech to demonstrate the capabilities of its flagship GR8 Sportsbook platform and forge new partnerships in another exciting and diverse region. We invite all our partners and clients to stay tuned, following our updates at https://gr8.tech/.
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Kambi Group plc Signs Landmark Sportsbook Partnership with Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
One of the largest Indian nations in the United States to utilize Kambiâs market-leading turnkey sportsbook on property and online in exclusive nationwide partnership
Kambi Group plc (Kambi), the worldâs trusted sports betting partner, has signed a landmark multi-state sportsbook agreement with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (Choctaw Nation), one of the largest Indian nations in the United States, to provide its sports betting technology and services to Choctaw Nationâs gaming entities.
Choctaw Nation, operator of Choctaw Casinos and Resorts, owns a selection of gaming and hospitality destinations throughout southeastern Oklahoma and is the official and exclusive casino and resort partner of the Texas Rangers, Major League Baseballâs World Series Champion. Choctaw Nationâs flagship resort is located near the Texas border and in close proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with a population of more than eight million people.
The long-term deal will see Choctaw Nation combine its digital and ecommerce expertise with Kambiâs market-leading turnkey sportsbook with the ambition to become an online and retail sports betting powerhouse. Pending regulatory approvals, the agreement includes the scope to expand into multiple states.
The relationship with Choctaw Nation strengthens Kambiâs position as the sportsbook partner of choice for Indian nations across the United States, with Choctaw Nation selecting Kambi for its proven online and retail technology as well as its collaborative approach to delivering tailored sports betting solutions.
âThis is a landmark partnership for Kambi with exciting long-term potential,â the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer for Kambi, Kristian Nylen, said. âNot only does Choctaw Nation have fantastic, well positioned gaming and entertainment facilities in Oklahoma, but its proven track record in developing successful digital businesses gives me every confidence that together we will create thrilling sports betting experiences for its players.
âDue to these exciting credentials, Choctaw Nation was an obvious partner, so I am therefore delighted it saw the benefits of Kambiâs proven technology and recognized our shared values. Trust remains paramount through each tribal partnership and we look forward to delivering a best-in-class sportsbook that generates long-term sustainable revenues for the Choctaw Nation.â
âWe are thrilled to have entered into a long-term agreement with Kambi,â the Commerce Senior Executive Officer for Choctaw Nation, Heidi Grant, said. âAdding Kambiâs best-in-class technology and custom player offerings to Choctaw Nationâs brand and market positioning, Choctaw Nation is poised to remain well positioned as the premier, full-service, vertically integrated gaming operator throughout our region.â
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Playân GO announces expansion of PokerStars partnership with Pennsylvania launch
Playân GO, the worldâs leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced its partnership with world-famous gaming brand PokerStars has expanded into a third US state, as the studioâs games are now live with the operator in Pennsylvania.
Playân GO and PokerStars have already established a successful partnership in the US, following agreements in the states of Michigan and New Jersey, as well as teaming up for a Michigan-exclusive game built around the stateâs National Hockey League team, the Detroit Red Wings. This latest announcement sees PokerStars players in the Keystone State gain access to classic Playân GO titles such as Book of Dead and Reactoonz.
Playân GO is now licensed in six US states and is aiming to be active in every regulated market, in the US and around the world.
Magnus Natt och Dag, Commercial Director North America at Playân GO, said: âFollowing our recent licensing approval in Pennsylvania, we eagerly anticipate the launch of our games with PokerStars, our third operator to go live in Pennsylvania. PokerStars share our vision for a safe, regulated iGaming industry, and weâre confident of further success together in the coming months and years.â
Brent Rovner, North American Casino Director at PokerStars said: âWe are thrilled to launch Playân GO in Pennsylvania, making their games available in all our active US states. We’re confident that our customers will enjoy these games for years to come.â
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