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MAXIM Big Game Experience Presented by Vivid Seats Taking Over Las Vegas Strip on Eve of Big Game

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On Saturday, February 10, 2024 the highly anticipated, annual MAXIM Big Game Experience presented by Vivid Seats affair will bring a Casino Royale theme with excitement and spectacle to Resorts World Las Vegas, in partnership with leading online ticket exchange, Vivid Seats, iconic multimedia company, MAXIM and full-service event production company unKommon events. VIP hospitality will be brought to life by nightlife and lifestyle powerhouse, E11EVEN.

As football’s biggest game of the year descends on the Entertainment Capital of the World, the Event Center at Resorts World Las Vegas will transform for an exclusive, one-night only event. The Maxim Casino Royale Experience presented by Vivid Seats will immerse guests in the sophistication, thrill, and glamour of vintage Las Vegas with state-of-the-art event production, signature cocktails and bottle service, delectable dining offerings from Resorts World Las Vegas’ restaurant collection, unique brand activations, a silent auction, and more. As the night unfolds, guests will mix and mingle among Hollywood stars, professional athletes and be treated to world-class live performances. Entertainment for the 2024 event will be announced soon. Previous performers at MAXIM Big Game events include The Chainsmokers, Tiesto, 50 Cent, Gunna, Lil Baby, Zedd, Loud Luxury, Lil Nas X, Lil Wayne, G-Eazy, Post Malone, among other A-listers.

“As Las Vegas continues to transform into the ultimate sports destination and gears up to host the city’s first ever Big Game, we are thrilled to partner with MAXIM and unKommon events to create this one-of-a-kind event that captures the energy of the city. Vivid Seats is a platform that elevates the live event experience for fans, and we look forward to making the Big Game weekend even bigger this year,” Geoff Lester, Chief Commercial Officer of Vivid Seats, said.

As sports and entertainment intersect, the 2024 event will be the largest MAXIM Big Game event to-date with over 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, 120 VIP tables, an exclusive artist compound and will welcome over 7000 guests to experience the thrill at Resorts World Las Vegas.

“Our team has been planning for upwards of a year, and the 2024 MAXIM Casino Royale Experience presented by Vivid Seats will be the best event to date. Las Vegas and The Event Center at Resorts World Las Vegas are the perfect backdrop for this incredibly immersive experience that we will be bringing to life,” Seth Kaplan, founder of unKommon events, said.

VIP hospitality will be powered by celebrated industry giant, E11EVEN, setting the stage for the ultimate, one-of-a-kind experience with a lifestyle activation area within the venue and an exclusive VVIP lounge on stage with unparalleled views of the live performances.

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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.

Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.

Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”

In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.

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VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

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VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.

The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.

“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.

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IBN Initiates Coverage of SEGG Media Corporation

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SEGG Media Corporation, a leading technology company transforming the global intersection of sports, entertainment, and gaming, has selected IBN, a multifaceted financial news and publishing company serving private and public entities, to spearhead its corporate communications efforts.

SEGG Media aims to deliver immersive, real-time experiences through next-generation technology that redefines how audiences interact with their favorite content and communities. Following a full-scale corporate transformation and rebrand, the company now operates across three high-growth verticals: Sports.com, Entertainment, and Lottery.com.

Sports.com serves as a global hub for sports content with a focus on soccer, sim racing, motorsports, and athlete-led media, with the upcoming Sports.com Super App poised to evolve fan engagement by integrating streaming, e-commerce, fantasy gaming, and sports news. The Entertainment division builds on AI-powered live events and direct-to-fan platforms, while Lottery.com delivers compliant, ethical gaming solutions including iGaming and charitable lottery access to global audiences.

With a $100 million financing facility and strategic acquisitions underway, including proposed deals with GXR World and DotCom Ventures, SEGG Media is executing a multi-vertical expansion strategy designed to unify fragmented fan experiences across live content, gaming, and digital commerce.

As part of the client-partner relationship, IBN will leverage its investor-focused distribution network, which includes over 5000 key syndication outlets, various newsletters, social media channels, and wire services via InvestorWire, along with blogs and other outreach tools, to generate greater awareness for SEGG Media.

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