The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced that it has added nine new members – including three new board members – because the organization continues to grow and represent every sector of the casino gaming industry. The 3 new board members are Foxwoods Resort Casino, Wind Creek Hospitality and the Chickasaw Nation. Joining as general members are Crane Payment Innovations, USFantasy Sports, Sysco Corporation, Atrient, RSM US and Management Science Associates, Inc.

“The robust growth and diversification of AGA because the beginning of last year is making the organization – and the industry – more influential and effective,” said Geoff Freeman, AGA president and CEO. “Our commitment to compile commercial operators, Tribal operators, casino suppliers and allied members is uniting the industry and driving conversation across the most vital issues facing the gaming community.”

AGA’s Board of Directors approved a brand new membership structure in late 2014 to assist unify the gaming industry through a policy of inclusivity and transparency. Since then, AGA’s membership has grown by greater than 50 percent.

New Board Members

Foxwoods Resort Casino: Located in Uncasville, CT, Foxwoods is likely one of the largest resort casinos in North America and provides gaming, shopping, entertainment and hotel options.

Wind Creek Hospitality: Operated as an expert of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Wind Creek Hospitality operates in Atmore, Wetumpka, Montgomery and Mobile, Alabama; Gretna and Pensacola, Florida and Gardnerville, Nevada.

The Chickasaw Nation: The Chickasaw Nation operates 21 casinos and gaming facilities in south-central Oklahoma. Properties include WinStar World Casino and Resort in Thackerville, OK, Riverwind Casino in Norman, OK and Newcastle Casino in Newcastle, OK. 

New General Members

Crane Payment Innovations: Crane Payment Innovations provides various money handling solutions geared toward financial services, gaming, retail, transportation and vending markets.

USFantasy Sports: USFantasy Sports is an authorized fantasy sports company providing fantasy sports contests for all professional sports to the sports pari-mutuel licensed sports book operations at casinos throughout the state of Nevada. 

Sysco Corporation: Sysco sells, markets and distributes food products to restaurants, healthcare and academic facilitates, lodging and other customers who prepare their meals clear of home.

Atrient: Atrient offers numerous applications developed for gaming operators in addition to custom developed software solutions to assist optimize guest service and improve player experience with self-service club enrollment, card printing and straightforward access to player balances.

RSM US: RSM US is a limited liability partnership and the U.S... member firm of RSM international, an international network of independent audit, tax and consulting firms.

Management Science Associates, Inc: Management Science Associates (MSA) uses analytics and informatics to assist customers answer questions and solve problems. MSA analyzes data, develops systems, and creates IT infrastructure to assist inform decision-making, forecasts outcomes, and automates workflow and processes.

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