Compliance Officers
2026-03-11 - 2026-03-25
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March NTTM: Prepared to Respond: Supporting Guests with Autism in Tribal Gaming
2026-03-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Topic: Title: March NTTM: Prepared to Respond: Supporting Guests with Autism in Tribal Gaming
Date: March 19, 2026 | Time: 2:00 PM EDT
Description: Tribal gaming serves a wide range of guests, including individuals on the autism spectrum. This training is designed to enhance awareness, preparedness, and informed response strategies. With opening remarks by Lynn Valbuena, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Chairwoman, featured speakers, Dino Beltz, a 24-year veteran battalion chief with the San Manuel Fire Department, created the Neurodivergent Operational Awareness (NOA(h)) training program, motivated by his son Noah, who is on the autism spectrum and George Jenkot, VP of Security and Surveillance with Firekeepers Casino Hotel who will discuss his operations training program. The initiative equips first responders with tools to better recognize and compassionately engage with neurodivergent individuals. This special emphasis event will explore practical, respectful, and effective response techniques for guest interactions, crisis situations, resources, and support.
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Presenters:
Lynn Valbuena, Chairwoman, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Dino Beltz, Battalion Chief, San Manuel Fire Department
George Jenkot, VP of Security and Surveillance, Firekeepers Casino Hotel
Eddie Ilko, Safety and Occupational Health Manager, National Indian Gaming Commission

Training Coordinator
2026-03-26 - 2026-04-06
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IT Auditor
2026-03-27 - 2026-04-06
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Director of Equal Employment Opportunity
2026-03-30 - 2026-04-08
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April NTTM: When Records Go Wrong: Avoiding Misuse of Gaming Revenue via Credit Cards Through Strong Controls and Accountability
2026-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Title: April NTTM: When Records Go Wrong: Avoiding Misuse of Gaming Revenue via Credit Cards Through Strong Controls and Accountability
Date/Time: April 9, 2026 | Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT
Description: Gaming revenue is the cornerstone of tribal operations, but when misused, it can lead to serious compliance violations. This training focuses on one of the pitfalls: credit card misuse. You will explore real-world scenarios of revenue misuse and the consequences. How credit card misuse occurs, from personal expenses to unauthorized purchases. Additionally, the need to implement strong credit card controls to protect your organization’s gaming revenue.
Presenters:
Shawnna Castellano, Region Director, National Indian Gaming Commission
David Privratsky, Auditor, National Indian Gaming Commission
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Regulating Gaming Technology (RGT) Virtual: Keynote
2026-04-28 08:00 - 09:15 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: Regulating Gaming Technology (RGT) Virtual: Keynote
Date: April 28, 2026 | Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Pacific Time
Description: Join the virtual introduction and keynote session with Mike Dreitzer, Chairman, Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Presenter: Mike Dreitzer, Chairman, Nevada Gaming Control Board
RGT Agenda
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Regulating Gaming Technology: In-person
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | University of Nevada, Las Vegas William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Stan Fulton Building –, Ballroom A-C 4505 Maryland PKWY, Las Vegas, NV, 89154-6037, United States
Title: Regulating Gaming Technology: In-person
Date: April 28-29, 2026 | Time: Each day begins 8:00 a.m. PDT
Description: Join the NIGC for the in-person Regulating Gaming Technology (RGT) Conference on April 28–29, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Seating is limited. Industry professionals will explore key issues in gaming technology regulation, including AI applications, IT challenges, GLI gaming standards framework, cybersecurity, and prediction markets. Featuring remarks from the Chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, expert insights from BMM, GLI, AXES.ai, NIGC TRACS Auditors, and the debut of the new NIGC IT Toolkit.
NIGC training is no cost for Tribal gaming participants. Participants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and meal expenses.
RGT Agenda
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Systems 101 – Online Accounting & Player Tracking Foundations
2026-04-28 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: Systems 101 – Online Accounting & Player Tracking Foundations
Date: April 28, 2026 | Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Pacific Time

Description: The Systems 101 course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of how modern casino slot systems operate, how they integrate with enterprise casino management platforms, and how financial, regulatory, and operational processes rely on accurate system functionality.
This course covers essential concepts such as slot machine communication protocols, online accounting systems, player tracking, TITO (Ticket-In/Ticket-Out), regulatory compliance, system architecture, and best practices for slot floor readiness. Participants gain both technical and operational insight into the systems that support casino gaming environments, enabling stronger performance, compliance, and cross-department coordination.
Presenter: Sean Mason Senior Director of Tribal Services, BMM
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RGT Virtual: How Regulators Can Leverage GSF for Increased Cyber Resilience
2026-04-28 10:45 - 11:45 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: RGT Virtual: How Regulators Can Leverage GSF for Increased Cyber Resilience
Date: April 28, 2026 | Time: 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Pacific Time

Description: As cyber threats become more sophisticated and frequent, regulators face increasing pressure to ensure consistent, measurable, and enforceable cybersecurity standards across the gaming industry. The GLI Gaming Security Framework (GSF) offers a proven, risk-based approach specifically designed to meet the operational and compliance challenges of gaming environments. In this session, attendees will gain a practical understanding of how the GSF can be used to:
• Validate and compare the cyber maturity of licensees
• Create greater audit efficiency and transparency
• Reduce ambiguity and strengthen regulatory oversight
• Support a more secure, stable, and resilient gaming ecosystem
The presentation will also provide a strategic look at the GSF roadmap—what’s in development now, what’s coming next, and how regulators can benefit from alignment as the framework evolves.
Clear, actionable, and designed for real-world application, this session will help regulators enhance their cybersecurity posture and confidently navigate today’s dynamic threat landscape.

Presenter: Joseph Bunevith, Vice President, Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs, GLI

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RGT Virtual: Cloud Computing in Tribal Gaming: Common Questions and Concerns
2026-04-29 08:30 - 09:45 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: RGT Virtual: Cloud Computing in Tribal Gaming: Common Questions and Concerns
Date: April 29, 2026 | Time: 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Pacific Time
Description: This course will focus on cloud-based computing, what it is, how it is being utilized in gaming, and technical and regulatory challenges to consider before, during, and after incorporating cloud-based systems in a Class II or Class III casino environment. Participants will gain an understanding beyond a definition of “the cloud,” as real-life examples and commonly asked questions from tribes to the NIGC will be covered throughout this session.

Presenter: Jeran Cox, TRACS Auditor, NIGC

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RGT Virtual: AI in Regulated Gaming: From Principles to Enforceable Oversight
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: RGT Virtual: AI in Regulated Gaming: From Principles to Enforceable Oversight
Date: April 29, 2026 | Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time

Description: Artificial intelligence is increasingly embedded in regulated gaming environments, often faster than regulatory frameworks are evolving to govern it. As a result, regulators are being asked to oversee systems they did not design, do not operate, and cannot meaningfully evaluate using traditional compliance tools.
This session provides regulators with a practical, implementation-focused framework for Ethical AI oversight, grounded in three non-negotiable pillars: mathematics, usage, and information. Rather than focusing on abstract principles, the presentation maps each pillar to the actors inherently responsible for it—independent testing and certification bodies, licensees and boards, cybersecurity teams, and third-party technology providers.
The session examines why ethical AI policies consistently fail at implementation, why algorithmic fairness must be independently validated as part of certification and licensing, how AI usage can be governed without distorting competition, and why information integrity, ownership, and third-party data dependency now represent the most significant and least understood regulatory risk.
The objective is to equip regulators with a clear mental model, shared language, and actionable oversight approach to confidently engage with Ethical AI in an AI-driven regulatory environment.

Presenter: Earle G. Hall, President & CEO, AXES.ai

RGT Agenda

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Tribal-ISAC Insights: Evolving Cyber Risks and Regulatory Considerations for Tribal Gaming
2026-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Title: Tribal-ISAC Insights: Evolving Cyber Risks and Regulatory Considerations for Tribal Gaming
Date: April 29, 2026 | Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Description: Cybersecurity threats continue to grow more sophisticated across tribal governments and enterprises, with implications for tribal gaming operations. In this session, we’ll unpack current ransomware trends, Business Email Compromise (BEC) activity, and how emerging risks, especially around artificial intelligence (AI) usage, are reshaping prevention and response strategies. Drawing directly from The Pulse: The State of Cybersecurity Within Tribal Nations and related Tribal-ISAC research, you’ll gain evidence-based insights into real vulnerabilities, staffing, and actionable mitigation approaches.

Explore how tribes are benchmarking their cybersecurity posture and what that means for regulators responsible for governance and oversight. We’ll also discuss how forthcoming and evolving standards may intersect with these findings, including expectations around incident response planning, tabletop exercises, and federal resources. Leave with practical strategies for staying current to enhance resilience, support regulatory compliance, and bolster defenses across tribal gaming environments.

Presenter: Robin Villareal, Chief Information Officer, Gila River Resorts and Casinos, TribalHub (ISAC)
RGT Agenda
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May NTTM: 543.21 Minimum Internal Control Standards for Surveillance
2026-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Title: May NTTM: 543.21 Minimum Internal Control Standards for Surveillance
Date: May 7, 2026 | Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT
Description: Join us for an engaging deep dive into the minimum Internal Control Standards for Surveillance 543.21. We’ll break down what you need to know and connect it to real-world regulatory impact.
But that’s not all—this session also showcases two powerful resources:
• NIGC’s Surveillance Checklist
• NIGC’s Surveillance Tool Kit
You’ll walk away with practical tools, sharper awareness, and stronger confidence in your surveillance responsibilities. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your skills and elevate your oversight capabilities!
Presenter: Sam Wetzler, Training Specialist, NIGC
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LASO Bootcamp: In-person Event
2026-05-20 08:00 - 2026-05-21 15:45 (America/New_York)
Topic: LASO Bootcamp: In-person Event
Date: May 20-21, 2026 | Time: 8:00 A.M. – 3:45 P.M. Eastern Time
Description: Join us for a multi-session interactive training with NIGC experts including program updates, duties and CJIS best practices for compliance. This training is offered in-person only at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino for two full days, May 20 – 21, 2026. Seating is limited.
LASO Bootcamp Agenda
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NIGC training is no cost for Tribal gaming participants. Participants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and all meal expenses.

June NTTM: Intent and Testing: Complimentary Services and Items Toolkit
2026-06-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Title: June NTTM: Intent and Testing: Complimentary Services and Items Toolkit
Date: June 4, 2026 | Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT
Description: In this session, we will introduce our newest toolkit addressing the 543.13 Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS). We will discuss design and how it can be used to improve understanding of 543.13 standards. You will leave the session knowing the top Complimentary Servies and Items findings from the Agreed Upon Procedure (AUP) reports and how understanding the intent and testing can help Tribes build better controls.
Presenter: Gena Caviness
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NIGC Back to Basics In-person Event
2026-06-09 08:00 - 2026-06-10 17:00 (America/New_York)
Title: NIGC Back to Basics In-person Event
Date: June 9 – 10, 2026 | Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location:
DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center
505 N. 5th Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
Reservations: (605) 348-4000 | Event code: NIGC
NIGC training is no cost for Tribal gaming participants. Participants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and meal expenses.
Description: Join NIGC experts for a two-day, hands-on workshop designed to strengthen foundational skills in Tribal gaming regulation. Topics covered include IGRA essentials, accounting, IT basics, gaming machines, and licensing. Gain clear, practical guidance that builds confidence, compliance, and capability. See Agenda for all courses and schedule.
Presenter: National Indian Gaming Commission
Back to Basics Agenda
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2026 NIGC National Training Conference: In-person Registration
2026-07-07 08:30 - 2026-07-08 16:30 (America/New_York) | Potawatomi Hotel, 1611 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
Title: 2026 NIGC National Training Conference: In-person Registration
Date: July 7-8, 2026 | Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT
Description: Join NIGC July 7–8, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for the National Training Conference at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino. Connect with fellow Tribal regulators and industry professionals for focused training, meaningful discussions, and practical insights across key areas of tribal gaming regulation. From compliance and audit to IT, EPHS, and CJIS, this in-person event is designed to strengthen knowledge, collaboration, and real-world application. July 7-8, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT.
2026 NTC Agenda

Potawatomi Hotel
1611 West Canal Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Lodging reservations: (800) 729-7244 Reference block name “NIGC National Training Commission” and the dates if the room block 07/06 – 07/09. NIGC training is no cost for Tribal gaming participants. Participants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and meal expenses.
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2026 NTC Live Stream: Cyber Threats Targeting the Gaming Industry
2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Cyber Threats Targeting the Gaming Industry
Date: July 7, 2026 | Time: 10:00 a.m. CT
Description: NTC Live Stream: Cyber Threats Targeting the Gaming Industry identifies cyber threats targeting the gaming industry and identifies core concepts in mitigating cyber threats.
Panelist: Frank Corral, Special Agent, FBI
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2026 NTC Live Stream: NIGC Agency Update
2026-07-07 11:15 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: NIGC Agency Update
Date: July 7, 2026 | Time: 11:15 a.m. CT

Description: This session highlights the National Indian Gaming Commission’s latest achievements, initiatives, and modernization efforts. Participants will get clear updates on agency operations, training opportunities, cybersecurity advancements, and upcoming priorities, along with a look at how the NIGC continues to strengthen support for Tribal gaming through expanded resources, renewed travel and training, and improved digital services. The session concludes with an open conversation, giving attendees a chance to connect, ask questions, and engage directly with NIGC staff.

Panelists:
NIGC Leadership

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2026 NTC Live Stream: Essential Roles of a Regulator IGRA § 2710 and 25 CFR Parts 502, 543, 556, 558, 559
2026-07-07 13:15 - 14:45 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Essential Roles of a Regulator IGRA § 2710 and 25 CFR Parts 502, 543, 556, 558, 559
Date: July 7, 2026 | Time: 1:15 PM CT
Description: In this session, Regulators, like all staff in gaming operations, are asked to perform many tasks. Being an expert in all things gaming is difficult, if not impossible. Let us break down some essential roles of regulators to ensure compliance. We will also look at some areas throughout the gaming operation that have valuable reports (i.e. revenue audit, surveillance, internal audit) to help with your day-to-day activities.
Panelists:
Shannon Wilmeth, Compliance Officer, National Indian Gaming Commission
Valarie Longhair, Compliance Officer, National Indian Gaming Commission

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2026 NTC Live Stream: Gaming Ordinance
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:15 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Gaming Ordinance
Date: July 7, 2026 | Time: 3:00 PM CT
Description: Join us for an informative session on Tribal Gaming Ordinances! This session will outline the essential regulatory requirements for gaming operations, while incorporating best practices to enhance compliance, safety and efficiency. Whether you’re a tribal leader, regulatory leader or operations leader, this session is your opportunity to learn how your ordinance can set a strong foundation for gaming regulation.
Panelists:
Danielle Wu, Staff Attorney, National Indian Gaming Commission

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2026 NTC Live Stream: Background Investigations 556 and Gaming Licenses 558 (25 CFR Parts 556 and 558)
2026-07-08 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Background Investigations 556 and Gaming Licenses 558 (25 CFR Parts 556 and 558)
Date: July 8, 2026 | Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. CT
Description: NTC Live Stream: This power packed session breaks down NIGC’s Regulation 556, guiding you through the essential requirements for conducting background investigations on key and primary management officials. Participants will explore background investigations, Tribal eligibility determinations and the report to the commission. This session helps equip compliance professionals and regulators with the tools necessary to ensure suitability, protect Tribal gaming integrity and maintain the highest standards of trust. This session is 1.5 hours in length.
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2026 NTC Live Stream: Licensing Process (25 CFR Parts 556 and 558)
2026-07-08 10:15 - 11:15 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Licensing Process (25 CFR Parts 556 and 558)
Date: July 8, 2026 | Time: 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. CT
Description: NTC Live Stream: This session will provide an overview of using Kiteworks for Notice of Results (NORs), Issuance of License (IOL), and other licensing submissions, including how submissions are processed, common issues and errors, ways attendees can help ensure accurate and timely submissions, and the types of reports available to TGRAs. The session is designed for Commissioners, TGRA Executive Directors, Licensing Supervisors, and Licensing Agents and will focus on practical guidance and best practices to improve the overall submission process.
Presenter(s):
Debra Bailey, Administrative Specialist, National Indian Gaming Commission
Jennifer Hammer, Administrative Specialist, National Indian Gaming Commission
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2026 NTC Live Stream: EPHS Panel Discussion: Fires, Floods and Evacuations! Are You Prepared?
2026-07-08 12:30 - 13:50 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: EPHS Panel Discussion: Fires, Floods and Evacuations! Are You Prepared?
Date: July 8, 2026 | Time: 12:30 p.m. CT (this session is for 1-hour and 20-minutes)
Description: NTC Live Stream: In this panel discussion you will hear from the Potawatomi TGRA and Casino Operations on how they prepare for and respond to different types of emergencies. From fires, floods and evacuations, learn about the advantages of not only having and developing an emergency preparedness plan but also having and developing a proactive rather than a reactive approach and why that matters when disaster strikes. This session is scheduled for one hour and twenty minutes.
Presenter(s):
Jean Kraus, VP of Facilities, Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Travis Gervais, VP of Security, Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Wayne Perry, Compliance Officer, Forest County Potawatomi Gaming Commission
Eddie Ilko, Safety and Occupational Health Manager, National Indian Gaming Commission
Sam Wetzler, Training Specialist, National Indian Gaming Commission
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2026 NTC Live Stream: Compliance Meets Innovation: Using AI to Develop TICS and SICS
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Compliance Meets Innovation: Using AI to Develop TICS and SICS
Date: July 8, 2026 | Time: 2:00 p.m. CT
Description: NTC Live Stream: This session demonstrates how AI can serve as an innovative and technological partner in developing TICs (Tribal Internal Controls) and SICs (Standard Internal Controls) under NIGC guidelines. Participants will learn how to leverage AI to streamline compliance workflows, enhance oversight, and ensure alignment with regulatory standards, while maintaining data security, privacy, and ethical AI practices. Through practical examples and engagement, attendees will gain actionable strategies to use AI responsibly for smarter, faster, and more innovative internal control development, strengthening both compliance and operational integrity.
Presenter:
Kirian Fixico, Training Specialist, National Indian Gaming Commission
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2026 NTC Live Stream: Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) and Compliance with 25 CFR Part 558.3(f)
2026-07-08 15:15 - 16:15 (America/New_York)
Title: NTC Live Stream: Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) and Compliance with 25 CFR Part 558.3(f)
Date: July 8, 2026 | Time: 3:15 PM CT
Description: NTC Livestream: The NIGC Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Audit Unit (CAU) is responsible for the implementation of the NIGC’s external and internal compliance strategies to achieve and demonstrate compliance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and NIGC concerning Noncriminal Justice Fingerprint Submissions.
Panelists:
Amber McDonald, CJIS Auditor, National Indian Gaming Commission
Derek Holbert, CJIS ISO, National Indian Gaming Commission
Steven Steiner, Deputy CJIS Systems Officer

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August NTTM: NIGC NGI / NCJITS Audit(s): FY25 Top Findings, NIGC CJIS Resource Materials
2026-08-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Title: August NTTM: NIGC NGI / NCJITS Audit(s): FY25 Top Findings, NIGC CJIS Resource Materials
Date: August 6, 2026 | Time: 2:00 P.M. EDT
Description: Join this virtual session as we discuss the top audit findings from the current NIGC audit cycle and the available NIGC CAU resources to resolve the findings.
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