MGCB Public Meeting Notice Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Michigan Gaming Control Board (“MGCB”) released a public notice of their upcoming public meeting.

The meeting will take place at the Cadillac Place Office, 3062 W. Grand Blvd., Suite L-700, Detroit, MI 48202-6062 on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:00 am EST. The meeting also be available via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/98888051441.

Below please find the items that will be taken up as part of the Business portion of the MGCB meeting:

1. Consider the Executive Director’s and Casino Operations Division’s Recommendations Regarding Level 1 and Level 2 Occupational License Applications
2. Consider the Executive Director’s Reports and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendations Regarding the Pending Supplier License Requests of:
   1. . Sports Information Services Limited d/b/a Kambi, Board File No. IGSL007387-25-001
3. Consider the Executive Director’s Reports and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendations Regarding the Pending Supplier License Renewal Requests of
   1. Dee Cramer, Inc., Board File No. SL006044-25-002
   2. Penn Sports Interactive, LLC, Board File No. SL007390-25-002
   3. Socios Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Quality Meats & Culinary Specialties,Board File No. SL005803-25-00
   4. The Printer, Inc., Board File No.        SL006359-25-001
4. Consider the Executive Director’s Reports and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendations Regarding the Pending Request for Approval of New Key Persons of Supplier Licensee
   1. American Wagering, Inc d/b/a William Hill Sports Book with New Key Persons Theodosios Papapostolou, Jesse Allen Lynn, and Kim Harris Jones, Board File No. IGSL007537-25-001 & SBSL007537-25-001
   2. Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. with New Key Person Robert Alexander Walsh, Board File No. SL000038-25-003 & IGSL000038-25-002
   3. ASF LTD d/b/a Angstrom Sports with New Key Person Pierre Bruno Charles Bouchut, Board File No. SBSL007825-25 -005
   4. BetMGM, LLC d/b/a ROAR Digital with New Key Person Pierre Bruno Charles Bouchut, Board File No. IGSL007386-25-006 & SBSL007386-25- 006
   5. Entain Marketing (UK) Limited with New Key Person Pierre Bruno Charles Bouchut, Board File No. IGSL008305-25 -006
   6. Stadium Technology Group, LLC with New Key Person Pierre Bruno Charles Bouchut, Board File No. SL007385-25- 005
5. Consider the Executive Director’s Reports and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendations Regarding the Pending Request for Waiver and Exemption of Institutional Investor of Supplier Licensee
   1. Genius Sports Media, Inc. d/b/a Genius Sports; Betgenius with New Institutional Investor Capital Research Global Investors (CRGI), A Division of CRMC d/b/a Capital International Investors, A Division of CRMC Corporation, Board File No. SL007583- 25-003, IGSL007583-25-002 & SBSL007583-25-002
6. Consider the Executive Director’s Report and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendation Regarding Requests from Detroit Entertainment, L.L.C. d/b/a MotorCity Casino and CCM Merger Inc. to Approve a Debt Transaction and Related Supplier-Licensing Exemptions
7. Consider the Executive Director’s Report and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendation Regarding the Pending Casino License Renewal of
   1. MGM Grand Detroit, LLC d/b/a MGM Grand Detroit Casino, Board File No. CA -01-25-004
8. Consider the Executive Director’s Report and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendation Regarding the Pending Casino License Renewal of
   1. Detroit Entertainment, L.L.C. d/b/a MotorCity Casino, Board File No. CA-02 -25-001
9. Consider the Executive Director’s Report and Licensing & Investigations Division’s Recommendation Regarding the Pending Casino License Renewal of
   1. Greektown Casino, L.L.C. d/b/a Hollywood Casino at Greektown, Board File No. CA-03-25-002
10. Consider the Acknowledgement of Violation of Supplier Licensee
    1. American Wagering, Inc. d/b/a William Hill Sports Book, Board File No. SDA-2025-8
11. Consider the Acknowledgement of Violation of Supplier Licensee
    1. IMG Arena US, LLC d/b/a IMG Arena, Board File No. SDA-2025-10

To participate in public comment during the meeting, during which attendees are welcome to ask questions and voice comments, submit a Public Sign In Sheet Form to MGCBweb@michigan.com by 9:30 am on September 9th.

The agenda for the upcoming meeting is available here. For additional meeting details, please refer to “Board Meeting Schedule and Agendas”

AGA Announced Gaming Hall of Fame 2025 Inductees

Recently, the American Gaming Association (“AGA”) announced the 2025 inductees into the Gaming Hall of Fame, recognizing three individuals whose careers have profoundly shaped the legal gaming industry:

• David Berman, Co-Head of Macquarie Capital, Americas and Global Head of Consumer, Gaming & Leisure
• Ann Simmons Nicholson, Founder and CEO, Simmons Group
• Charles Lombardo, Former Senior Vice President of Gaming Operations at Seminole Hard Rock Gaming, and former Senior Vice President of Slot Operations for Caesars Palace, Bally’s and Paris Las Vegas

“The Gaming Hall of Fame honors the visionaries who’ve shaped today’s gaming industry,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “David, Ann, and Charlie have each made lasting contributions to the growth, integrity, and leadership of legal gaming, and we’re proud to recognize their impact.”

This year’s selection committee members include:

• Mike Palm, VP, Operations, Circa Resorts
• Anika Howard, CEO, Wondr Nation
• Ryan Comstock, COO, Ainsworth and Chair, AGEM
• Debi Nutton, Industry Consultant and Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2024
• Mark Lipparelli, Chairman Emeritus, International Center for Responsible Gaming
• Kirsten Clark, Executive Director, IAGA
• Lauren Bates, VP, Sales, Light & Wonder and Chair, Global Gaming Women
• Brett Abarbanel, Executive Director, UNLV International Gaming Institute
• Mike Rumbolz, Chairman, AGA  

About the 2025 Inductees:

David Berman, Co-Head of Macquarie Capital, Americas and Global Head of Consumer, Gaming & Leisure

David Berman has more than three decades of experience in gaming mergers & acquisitions and capital markets, having led more than 100 mergers & acquisitions worth more than $125 billion and helped clients raise more than $215 billion in debt and equity. He founded REGAL Capital Advisors, a gaming-focused advisory firm acquired by Macquarie in 2011, and previously held senior roles at Credit Suisse, CIBC World Markets, and Oppenheimer & Co. Berman currently serves on the Board of Leaders at USC’s Marshall School of Business and is Treasurer of the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation.

Ann Simmons Nicholson, CEO and founder of Simmons Group

Ann Simmons Nicholson is an expert in strategic planning and organizational consulting. Over her 40-year career, she has worked with nearly every major gaming company, supporting more than 60 property openings, expansions, and acquisitions. Her expertise spans human capital strategy, leadership development, organizational culture, and executive coaching, and her firm has provided training to more than 27,000 gaming professionals globally. A dedicated community leader and advocate, she has served on board including United Way of Southern Nevada, Global Gaming Women, and Noah’s Animal House.

Charles Lombardo, Former Senior Vice President of Gaming Operations at Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, and former Senior Vice President of Slot Operations for Caesars Palace, Bally’s and Paris Las Vegas

With more than 50 years of experience in slot operations and game innovation, Charles Lombardo has helped define the modern casino experience. He has held senior leadership roles at Caesars Palace, Bally’s, Paris Las Vegas, and Seminole Gaming, where he led the development of Class II and III gaming standards, pioneered groundbreaking slot technologies, and helped shape state and tribal regulatory frameworks. Today, he continues to consult on game development and casino openings and serves as a special gaming advisor to Seminole Gaming. Lombardo was the first-ever inductee into the Eilers Hall of Fame for Slot Operations.

2025 Global Gaming Expo: Registration is Now Open

Registration is now open for G2E 2025, presented by the American Gaming Association (“AGA”) at The Venetian Resort from Oct. 6-9. Exhibitors, media, and attendees can find more information and register now by visiting, globalgamingexpo.com.

Supported by the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (“AGEM”), this historic year features exciting new additions to the show-floor experience, including the high-stakes Dealer Championship and reimagined iGaming Hub in the iGaming Zone.

“G2E 2025 is unlike any year before. Introducing the latest innovations, immersive experiences and business-driving programs, G2E is the place for the international gaming community to look ahead and network in a way that can only happen in person,” said Korbi Carrison, RX’s Event Vice President for G2E.

For 25 years, G2E has been the most influential trade event for the legal, regulated global gaming industry, fostering innovation and driving growth across casinos, hospitality, technology, iGaming, sports betting and more. The event will welcome over 25,000 industry professionals from more than 120 countries, regions and territories, and nearly 400 exhibitors showcasing the latest global gaming technologies.

“As the event that shapes the future of gaming, G2E fosters an environment that empowers and celebrates the decision makers driving the legal, regulated industry forward at a pivotal time,” said Maureen Beddis, AGA’s Senior Vice President of Membership and Events. “This year’s show is the

culmination of 25 years of innovation and progress – and the can’t-miss event of the year for anyone invested in shaping what’s next for gaming.”

The 2025 education program features over 100 sessions and 330 speakers, offering insights from leading voices across gaming.

A reimagined iGaming Zone delivers immersive opportunities to experience the latest advancements in legal, online gaming – from cutting-edge technology to expert-led conversations and networking in the iGaming Hub.

Education sessions will run from Oct. 6-9, and the expo hall will be open from Oct. 7-9. For more information and to register for G2E 2025, visit Global Gaming Expo.