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Industry advice right from the source. From marketing to sales to retail and more, we sit down with today’s leaders so you can learn for tomorrow.
Sara Murray, Sales Coach, Author, Speaker and Podcast Host
Sara Murray, Sales Coach, Author, Speaker and Podcast Host, brings over 15 years of experience in sales and currently coaches and speaks about sales methods that help with connecting with clients and communicating with confidence.
Andrew Burke, CEO at Bluberi
Andrew Burke, the Chief Executive Officer at Bluberi, brings over 18 years in the gaming and private equity sectors, including a significant stint of 9 years with American Gaming Systems (AGS).
Christopher Justice, Former CEO at Pavilion Payments
Christopher Justice, former Chief Executive officer at Pavilion Payments, has over 29 years of experience as an executive leader and board member in information technology, payment systems, and strategy development.
Simon Fothergill, Chief Information Technology Officer at San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
Simon Fothergill, Chief Information Technology Officer at San Manuel Band of Mission Indians shares his insights from his 25 years of experience in IT in the casino gaming and hospitality industries.
Lauren Bates, President and Board Chair at Global Gaming Women
Lauren Bates, President and Board Chair at Global Gaming Women, has over 17 years of experience in the gaming industry with the majority of her career spent at Konami Gaming.
Next Level Podcast
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Peter Arceo
Yaamava' Resort & Casino General Manager
Join us as Peter Arceo gives insight to the casino industry for anyone from beginners to seasoned professionals.
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Leadership Learnings
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Balancing the Books in Big Business
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Winning Strategies in Sports Marketing
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Finding Success through Next Level
Kathy Forester
Controller | Gaming Properties
“I was on the fence about leaving a place where I felt content with where I was in my career. However, I recall listening to one of the Next Level panelists (Lori) talk about how we must accept new challenges in order to grow. Now, I can attest that Lori was right.”
Patrick Taylor
Interactive Graphic Designer
“Through the panel discussions, I learned about the innovative culture at Yaamava'’ and their Next Level initiative that promotes innovative ideas from all team members. For me, continual improvement is an ongoing goal, so hearing “anyone can innovate” from an employer that values input from team members was very attractive from a career perspective.”
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