Professional Associations & Industry Conferences

The national trade group representing commercial casinos, manufacturers, and suppliers. Publishes the State of the States gaming revenue report and leads responsible gaming initiatives including the Have A Game Plan responsible sports betting campaign.

Member benefit: Free responsible gaming training certifications, industry research reports, and policy advocacy resources open to all gaming professionals.

The primary national advocacy organization for tribal gaming operations. Represents 184 tribal governments that operate gaming facilities across 29 states. Essential organization for anyone targeting tribal casino employment or operations.

Member benefit: Access to tribal gaming employment resources, regulatory updates, and connections to tribal operators across 29 states.

The leading association for hospitality revenue management, sales, and marketing professionals. Home of the CRME and CHDM certifications — both widely recognized at casino resort properties.

Member benefit: CRME and CHDM certification pathways, revenue management best practices, and a global network of hospitality marketing professionals.

Develops and maintains technical standards for gaming equipment, systems, and security. Relevant for IT, technology, and gaming operations professionals who work with gaming systems compliance and GLI testing.

Member benefit: Access to technical standards documentation, working groups, and connections to gaming technology vendors and regulators.

The national trade association for the hotel industry — relevant to casino resort hotel operations. Parent organization of AHLEI, which administers the CHA, CHM, and other hotel operations certifications.

Member benefit: Industry advocacy, workforce development resources, and access to AHLEI certification programs at reduced member rates.

The certification body for gaming-specific compliance credentials including CGCS, GAMS, CGIA, and CCSSS. The go-to organization for compliance, surveillance, and AML career tracks in gaming.

Member benefit: Access to all ACGCS certification pathways, continuing education, and the largest network of gaming compliance professionals in the industry.

The national advocate for programs and services to assist problem gamblers and their families. Administers responsible gaming training and is the key organization for anyone working in player protection or responsible gaming roles.

Member benefit: Responsible gaming training certifications, conference access, and resources for player protection teams.