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UK – AGA’s Geoff Freeman to explain the impact of Trump on casinos

By - 18 January 2017

The International Casino Conference (ICC), which opens the ICE VOX programme of learning and networking, will feature keynote addresses from some of the most influential figures in the gaming industry, including Geoff Freeman, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association.

Mr Freeman is looking forward to providing an update on the US gaming industry, including how the incoming Trump administration will affect gaming.

He said: As we build on the success of 2016, the incoming presidential administration and new Congress present unique opportunities and potential challenges. In both areas, we will be aggressive and clear in advocating for what is best for gaming and our customers. AGA is eager to work with the Trump Administration and we’ve sent a memo to the Trump transition team detailing policy issues critical to gaming’s success. In the letter, we detailed how the AGA seeks to build a public policy environment that is conducive to reinvestment and innovation – two essential elements of a successful entertainment product.”

Under Mr. Freeman’s leadership, the AGA has been working hard to position gambling as a mainstream activity enjoyed by everyday people.

Mr. Freeman stated: “Our Get to Know Gaming public affairs campaign highlights how the industry serves as a strong community partner everywhere we operate. We’re proud to be an industry that drives $240 billion in economic activity, supports 1.7m jobs and generates $38bn in tax revenue. Through events with our members, community leaders and a growing bench of allies in Congress, we’ve highlighted the real benefits of the gaming industry in places like Philadelphia, Detroit, St. Louis, Biloxi and elsewhere. We’re excited to continue this across the United States in 2017 through a soon-to-be-announced program as part of the Get to Know Gaming campaign.”

Looking forward to ICE, he added: “ICE is a great showcase for gaming companies and a good way to strengthen our ties with a diverse group of industry leaders. I’ve been to ICE several times now and look forward to it each year. The opportunity to learn from sports betting experts from the European market, which is a much more mature one, is invaluable. We look forward to providing a timely update, especially after the presidential election, on where the industry stands in the US, and to learn as much as we can. And we’re always striving to be as informed as possible on what’s happening in the industry, as that makes better advocates.”

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