Conference & Industry Showcase Debuts at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino
PHOENIX, Feb. 5 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT: More than 50 vendors are bringing the latest gaming products
to Arizona for the Arizona Desert Classic Gaming Conference.
More than a dozen panels of experts will represent the
national gaming industry with timely information that the
industry needs to hear. Panels include discussions on topics
including what the industry can expect with the new
administration, creative strategies to help casinos adapt for
a shifting marketplace, and what body language can tell about
customers who try to cheat along with key presentations on the
regulatory environment.
WHEN: February 15 - 18, 2009
WHERE: Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino, 10438 North Fort
McDowell Road, Scottsdale/Fountain Hills AZ
WHO: 40 leading experts on all aspects of gaming.
Directors of regional gaming associations.
CEOs of tribal governmental gaming casinos throughout the
Country.
WHY: Arizona is committed to helping the gaming industry meet the
challenges of a changing economic environment. The conference
features issues that are relevant to Arizona, the Southwest
and the nation. The expo showcases the newest and most
innovative technology and hospitality products that will
enhance and protect casino market share.
NOTES: A snapshot: Indian gaming in Arizona. 21 tribes have
compacts; 15 have gaming facilities; every tribe except one
operates its own casino operation; Indian gaming created
10,000 first tier jobs and 43% of these are filled by Native
Americans; tribal governmental gaming generated $31 million
in payroll taxes; it contributed $110 million in benefits;
approximately $240 million was spent in-state with vendors;
Arizona spends roughly $3,000 per year per game for regulation
and has one regulatory employee for every 21 games.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Monday, February 16
1 p.m. Shotgun Golf Tournament, We-Ko-Pa Golf Course
6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Welcome Reception Chef's Challenge - featuring
cuisine by top chefs from Arizona's finest casinos.
CONTACT: Pam Hait/Martha Hunter
602-952-0040
