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The Neon Museum Announces New Executive Director
The Neon Museum announces that Aaron Berger has been selected as the museum’s executive director. Selected after a comprehensive and broad-based search spanning the U.S. and beyond, Berger brings to the museum extensive experience in museum leadership, nonprofit fundraising, and community engagement.
Berger, who recently relocated to Las Vegas from Atlanta, Ga., most recently served as the executive director for five years at The Breman Museum in Atlanta, raising annual attendance by 32 percent and garnering accolades such as “Must See Destination” by Trip Advisor and one of the “Best Museums in Atlanta” by USA Today 10Best during his tenure.
Berger began his career as the curator for the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art and was ultimately named director after staging exhibitions of Winslow Homer, Robert Indiana and founding the annual juried exhibition Metro Montage, which continues today. He then went on to become director for the Albany Museum of Art, making him one of the youngest in the country to lead a nationally accredited museum. While in Albany, Berger developed the celebrated Local Color exhibitions, Full Blown Blues music series, and the heralded ARTiculate educational program for gifted high school students. As a result, the museum experienced a 104 percent growth in membership and was named Institution of the Year for 2005 by the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries.
Most recently, Berger was managing partner at ABC, a consulting agency focused on strategic planning, funding plans, leadership development, and effective messaging in Atlanta, Georgia.
“Aaron’s experience with nonprofit fundraising and successful track record of leading museums, including raising their profiles through developing exhibits and community partnerships, will be a valuable asset to The Neon Museum,” said Uri Vaknin, chairman of the museum’s board of trustees. “He joins the museum during a critical but exciting time, as it continues to evolve its guest experience and move forward with an expansion into the Reed Whipple Cultural Center that will double the size of the museum’s campus. As we look to mark our ten-year anniversary in 2022, Aaron’s arrival is especially well timed.”
“The Neon Museum is unrivaled not only because it’s home to an amazing repository of iconic neon signs, but because it exemplifies a great convergence of art and history,” said Berger on why he chose to take the position and move to Las Vegas. “There is no other place where you can gain the perspective that The Neon Museum offers on the unique stories behind the signs and how they fit into Vegas history and the broader community.”
Berger has earned both a Bachelor of Arts degree in art history from the College of Charleston in South Carolina as well as a Master of Business Administration from South University in Savannah, Georgia. He is a proud graduate of both Leadership Albany (2003), the Getty Museum Leadership Institute (2004), and Leadership Atlanta (2017). He also served as faculty for the Jekyll Island Management Institute teaching fundraising to rising museum professionals from across the country.
Bruce Spotleson, who had been the museum’s interim executive director during the worldwide search, will remain on the museum’s executive team as deputy director and will continue to oversee the museum’s capital campaign.
Editor’s note: download a high resolution head shot of Aaron Berger here.
Award-winning fast-betting content provider strengthens its position in the region with the latest hire
BETER, the in-demand provider of fast-betting content, data, and live streaming for esports and sports, has strengthened its team with the appointment of Juliana Querino as LatAm Business Development Manager.
Juliana, a seasoned business development specialist based in Brazil, has extensive experience in the Latin American iGaming industry. She has previously held various business development positions at Better Collective, Endorphina, Salsa Technology, and other companies. Her expertise was recognized by the G&M News platform, which included her in its Top 5 Women in the Industry 2024 list—highlighting women making significant contributions to the growth of iGaming in the region.
In her new role at BETER, she will drive the company’s expansion across Latin America, forging new partnerships with regional operators and aggregators, particularly in Brazil, where demand for BETER’s content continues to grow.
She will also drive BETER into new LatAm markets where the provider does not currently have a presence while managing relationships with existing partners to ensure they get the most out of the provider’s next-gen content offering.
Chuck Robinson, Chief Revenue Officer at BETER, said: “Latin America is a fast-moving market with opportunities opening up all the time. To capitalize on these, we need an exceptional specialist, and in Juliana, we have found exactly that. Her expertise and deep market knowledge make her a valuable addition to our team.
“We are already experiencing strong demand for our fast-betting products and solutions across the region. With Juliana on board, we can further identify key operators that would benefit from partnering with us, driving even greater growth.
“I’m delighted to welcome Juliana to the BETER team.”
Juliana Querino commented: “Fast-betting content has become essential for operators in Latin America and beyond, and I’m thrilled to join BETER in expanding awareness of its award-winning portfolio.
“BETER is renowned for its ESportsBattle and Setka Cup tournaments, which are already popular among bettors in LatAm. But our offering goes far beyond that, and I’m eager to showcase the full suite of products and solutions to operators from Brazil to Peru.”
“I look forward to helping BETER maximize the full potential of the LatAm market.”
BetBreak.org has published “When and How to Take a Time-Out from Sportsbetting,” a brand-new workbook designed to help readers understand how taking a break – of any duration – from sports betting can be transformational for their mental health, financial health, and relationships with friends and family.
“This workbook and self-study guide is for anyone who wants to explore their relationship with gambling and it’s especially for those who are wondering whether it might be time for a break from sports betting,” said addiction expert Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds.
The workbook includes information about how to know if you are ready to change, tips for curbing your sports betting if you aren’t ready to quit, setting SMART goals, and limiting access to the three things necessary to gamble. The guide also contains proven tools for managing cravings and urges, resources to regain control over your finances, strategies for dealing with guilt and shame as well as stress management tips.
“The BetBreak workbook is based on the science of behavior change and helps readers make the sustainable shifts in habits necessary to live life with more presence, focus, well-being and happiness,” Dr. Reynolds said.
SCCG Management, a global leader in gaming advisory, business development, and investment strategies, has secured membership to the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association (FSGA). As the premier organization dedicated to advancing fantasy sports and sports betting, FSGA provides a collaborative environment where industry leaders, innovators, and pioneers shape the future of these rapidly growing sectors.
By joining FSGA, SCCG Management reinforces its commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends, market developments, and emerging opportunities within fantasy sports and sports gaming. The partnership will allow SCCG to engage with key stakeholders, participate in thought leadership discussions, and contribute strategic insights to the evolving landscape of fantasy sports, sports wagering, and interactive gaming experiences.
With the fantasy sports and sports betting industries experiencing unprecedented growth and innovation, SCCG’s expertise in business development, technology integration, and investment strategy will bring valuable insights to the FSGA community. As a member, SCCG will actively participate in industry conferences, working groups, and networking events, including the upcoming 2025 FSGA Winter Conference, which serves as a hub for leaders, visionaries, and top executives shaping the future of fantasy sports and sports betting.
“FSGA is at the center of innovation in fantasy sports and gaming, and we are excited to join this influential community. At SCCG, we are always looking to align with industry leaders who are shaping the future of interactive sports entertainment. Through this partnership, we look forward to collaborating with fellow members, exchanging insights, and driving innovation across fantasy sports and sports betting,” Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG Management, said.
As SCCG continues to expand its global impact in fantasy sports, sports betting, and gaming technology, its membership in FSGA further solidifies its position as a trusted advisor and partner to the industry’s most innovative companies.
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