Agilysys Inc., a leading global provider of hospitality software and services, announced that the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has chosen Agilysys InfoGenesis POS and Agilysys Eatec inventory and procurement solutions for enterprise-wide use across all seven of its casino properties in Saskatchewan. This milestone represents a major advancement in SIGA’s strategy to modernize its operations at scale.

This modernization initiative is core to SIGA’s commitment to responsible growth, improved service delivery and long-term social impact. SIGA chose Agilysys solutions for their innovative design, efficient operation, and ability to scale responsibly as the organization evolves. By unifying food and beverage operations across its seven casinos – including Bear Claw Casino & Hotel, Dakota Dunes Casino, Gold Eagle Casino, Gold Horse Casino, Living Sky Casino, Northern Lights Casino, and Painted Hand Casino – under a centralized digital infrastructure, SIGA can meaningfully enhance efficiency, minimize waste, and assure service consistency across properties. The scalable, enterprise-ready technology also provides unified data flows to enable faster, data-driven decision-making and streamlined, coordinated management across SIGA’s widely distributed network of properties.

SIGA’s leadership team decided to move to Agilysys solutions after identifying the need to advance beyond the disconnected, site-specific systems they had in place, which made enterprise reporting and procurement time-consuming and difficult to manage consistently. For example, staff members continually had to assemble data from several different POS instances plus rely on manual spreadsheets for tracking inventory and calculating menu costs. With InfoGenesis and Eatec from Agilysys, teams now have access to real-time reporting, automated supplier price updates and tighter cost control measures – all from a unified platform designed to scale with the organization.

In addition to modernizing its back-of-house operations, SIGA is leveraging Agilysys solutions to enhance guest service levels through integrated order and payment systems and by utilizing kitchen display systems that help staff track and improve order-to-delivery accuracy and times across food and beverage outlets. Management teams now set internal benchmarks for speed, accuracy, and consistency, which optimizes guest outcomes across all dining outlets.

Peter Abutu, SIGA Project Manager who oversaw the POS and inventory and procurement modernization for SIGA, said: “As a First Nations-owned non-profit organization, SIGA strives to strengthen the lives of First Nation people through employment, economic growth opportunities and positive community impact. The fact that Agilysys respects our First Nations principles and has business practices that align with them also is an important factor when we considered a longer-term technology partner.”

SIGA Director of Operations Kevin Doucette, who played a key role in the Agilysys rollout noted that the new technology will enhance customer service and satisfaction on SIGA properties. “Investing in modern, scalable technology that equips us to deliver consistently excellent service across properties, while also improving the work experience for our team members and using resources conservatively and responsibly is central to how we serve both our business stakeholders and our broader community,” said Doucette.

Choosing Agilysys solutions, which are in place across the world’s best-known casino resort properties, also has laid the groundwork to more deeply integrate SIGA’s food and beverage systems with its casino management platform to enable personalized, loyalty-based offers driven by real-time guest insights. Unifying these systems through Agilysys technology will reduce reliance on multiple third-party vendors and establish a scalable digital foundation to support consistent, enterprise-wide innovation. As part of its broader effort to unify platforms and enable smarter decision-making, SIGA plans to implement Agilysys Analyze for property and corporate reporting and also is exploring hotel system upgrades.

Ryan Carrier, Area Vice President of Gaming at Agilysys, said: “It is a privilege to collaborate with an organization like SIGA, whose approach to hospitality modernization combines operational excellence with a strong sense of community purpose. Our experience serving tribal gaming properties has demonstrated our respect for how cultural values and forward-thinking technology can align to elevate guest experiences, streamline operations and drive long-term impact across properties and communities. We are proud to work alongside the team at SIGA to achieve their goals.”

The former Founder and CEO of Grover Gaming has officially launched a new brand in land-based gaming. Named by combining the names of his daughters, Valicy Gaming was unveiled during a recent company launch party held in Greenville, North Carolina.

Evolving from Grover Gaming—which was recently sold to Light & Wonder for a total consideration of $1.05 billion —Valicy will now focus on becoming a major manufacturer in land-based gaming across North America. Retaining a majority of the employees from the acquisition, Valicy will continue forward with a veteran team that will have a sharper focus on game development and hardware design.

Despite the name change, Valicy continues under the same experienced executive leadership team and remains dedicated to providing best-in-class customer service and technical support—qualities customers have come to depend on. The company’s values, represented by its CARE triangle—People, Company, and Work—are deeply rooted in its culture and will remain central to its mission moving forward.

The public debut of the Valicy brand will take place at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, October 6–9, at the Venetian Expo, Booth #1623, where the team will showcase its new identity and game offerings to casino partners and operators from across the industry.

“This is an exciting time for our teams,” said Garrett Blackwelder, Founder and CEO of Valicy. “We have the opportunity to do big things in new markets, which gives us energy and enthusiasm. As we grow Valicy, we will focus on relationships, excellence, and innovation.”

The California Gambling Control Commission (CGCC) convened for its scheduled public meeting to deliberate on a wide range of licensing and regulatory matters related to cardrooms, third-party providers, tribal gaming, and key individuals in the gambling industry. The Commission addressed ownership transfers, license renewals, regulatory compliance, and findings of suitability for tribal gaming employees and suppliers.

Highlights from the Meeting

Cardroom Licensing and Ownership Transfers

Commerce Casino (California Commerce Club, Inc.)

• Initial License Approval: The Commission recommended approving an initial cardroom owner license for James Murray, Director of the Commerce Casino, through March 31, 2027.
• Ownership Transfer: The Commission approved a share transfer from Marsha Gold to the Marsha L. Gold Revocable Trust, subject to the transaction closing within 180 days and written confirmation of compliance with imposed conditions.
• Successor Trustee Licensing: The license for Jill Anter Wieder, Successor Trustee of the trust, was also approved through March 31, 2027, pending the completion of the ownership transaction.
• Additional Conditions: The Commission imposed a detailed list of conditions on the license, including certification requirements, written transaction confirmations, and mandatory legends on stock certificates to ensure regulatory compliance.

Napa Valley Casino (BVK Gaming, Inc.)

• Ownership Transfer: Similar to Commerce, the transfer of shares from Von Altizer to the Von Altizer 2017 Revocable Trust was conditionally approved.
• Successor Trustee Licensing: Applications from Christopher and Bobby Huang, successor trustees and contingent beneficiaries, were approved through May 31, 2026, contingent upon the transaction’s completion.
• Interim License Conditions: The Commission imposed a set of conditions mirroring those required for Commerce Casino, ensuring the integrity of ownership transitions.

Renewal and Interim Licenses

Seven Mile Casino (Stones South Bay Corp.)

• A new interim renewal license was approved through September 30, 2027, with prior licensing conditions officially removed.

Commerce Casino Directors

• Rick Contrucci: The Commission opted to abandon the renewal application.
• Lysa Grigorian: The application was referred to an evidentiary hearing, and an interim license was issued through March 31, 2027.

Other Cardrooms

• Limelight Card Room: License renewed through March 31, 2027.
• Lucky Chances Casino: A 90-day extension was granted through December 31, 2025, with strict restrictions on property access and communications for Rene Medina, tied to a 36-month probationary period.
• North Coast Casino and The River Card Room: Both granted 60-day extensions with multiple compliance conditions required prior to opening or continuing operations.

Third-Party Proposition Player Services

Renewals and Initial Licenses Approved

• Owner-Type Licenses for Global Player Services and Players Edge Services were renewed through 2027.
• Employee-Type Licenses: Dozens of third-party proposition player service employees were approved or renewed, including workers from Knighted Ventures, Blackstone Gaming, and Acme Player Services.
• Conditions on some licensees, such as Glenn Kaboua, included proof of fine resolution every 90 days.

Tribal-State Compact Licensing

Gaming Resource Suppliers

• Everi Games Inc. and LNW Gaming, Inc. received approval for initial and renewal suitability findings, with licenses valid through early 2026.

Key Tribal Employee Licensing

• A significant number of tribal casino employees across the state received initial or renewed findings of suitability. These included employees from:

  • Chumash Casino Resort

  • Thunder Valley Casino Resort

  • Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

  • Graton Resort & Casino

  • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento, among many others.

• The Commission emphasized continuous monitoring of suitability, especially for applicants under conditional approval like Tatianna Wren, who must provide quarterly updates on efforts to resolve outstanding fines.

Key Individual Decisions

• Huy Dang: The Commission approved the renewal of Dang’s Key Employee License through September 30, 2027, removing prior conditions related to court-mandated classes and debt resolution.

Consent Calendar Items

• Items 15 through 21 included approvals for initial and renewal licenses for various employees, work permits, and tribal key employees. All items were approved per staff recommendations.

Conclusion

The September 18, 2025, meeting of the California Gambling Control Commission underscored the Commission’s ongoing role in maintaining transparency, accountability, and integrity in the state’s gambling industry. With careful review of ownership changes, key personnel, and operational compliance, the CGCC continues its commitment to fair and responsible gambling practices in California.

For full details and future updates, visit the California Gambling Control Commission website