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2026 ADENDA

Find out what exciting things are going on during Class 2 Gathering.

Monday, June 1, 2026

C2G Charity Golf Tournament

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Firekeeper Golf Course

Swing for a good cause.  The tournament is a 4-person scramble.  Enjoy food, drinks, and on course competitions.

Tournament sponsored by Pepsi.

Launch Party & Golf Tournament Awards

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Pool Patio

Mingle with fellow peers to kick off the event.  Enjoy food, refreshing drinks, and a DJ to get you grooving. 

Launch Party sponsored by CrossVue + Workday, Aries Technology & Slot Machines Unlimited.

DJ sponsored by nQube.

Food Trucks

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Pool Patio

Enjoy a variety of food offerings from Boombox BBQ and The Boys & Girls Club Indian Taco Truck.

Food Trucks sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Fireworks

10:00 pm

Pool Patio

Join us on the pool patio for a fireworks display to celebrate the start of C2G!

Fireworks sponsored by Power Promotions, IGT | Everi & Good Giant.


Tuesday, June 2, 2026

C2G Wellness Event hosted by Veterans In Gaming

7:00 am - 7:30 am

Outside the Casino Hotel Entrance

Sign up here:  C2G Wellness Event

Walkers and runners are welcome!  Runners will have a 2-mile route and walkers a 1.5-mile route.

Registration & Info

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Will Call

Registration and information will be available each day.

Breakfast, Networking & Exhibitors Open

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Bingo Hall & Expo Room

Pick up breakfast in the Bingo Hall, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes 

Breakfast sponsored by Planet Bingo, Cumming Group & Boing Gaming.

Welcome & Opening Ceremony

9:30 am - 10:00 am

General Session Room

We-Ta-Se Color Guard

 https://www.pbpindiantribe.com/we-ta-se/  

Opening General Session I: Class II Gaming Challenges

10:00 am - 11:00 am

General Session Room

Speakers: Josh Peukert, Mike Trask, John Tahsuda & Scott Kania | Moderated by Justin Boone

Tribal casinos face a unique mix of regulatory, technological, and competitive challenges and opportunities. Although many operate both Class II and Class III gaming, Class II operations still contend with outdated regulations that lag modern gaming technology.

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

General Session II: Gaming Analytics & AI in Slots

11:15 am - 12:15 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Stasi Baran & Michael Minniear | Moderator Micheal Bridgman

As gaming evolves, analytics and AI are essential tools for optimizing slot performance, understanding player behavior, and strengthening competitive positioning.

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Roundtable: Bingo Strategy: Driving New Player Acquisition

11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Roundtable Room

Speaker Chad Hauschildt, Justin Lombardo & Frank Fisher

Bingo is evolving fast, and operators are using it to attract entirely new audiences.   Discuss strategies that turn bingo from a legacy staple into a powerful acquisition engine. Explore modern game formats, marketing tactics, digital engagement tools, and community-building approaches that bring younger players while reenergizing loyal guests.

Lunch, Networking & Exhibitors Open

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Bingo Hall & Expo Room

Sit down for lunch in the Bingo Hall, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes!

Lunch sponsored by Incredible Technologies & Play 'n GO.

General Session III: Bingo Revenue Optimization

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Justin Lombardo, Rene Martinez & Chad Hauschildt | Moderator Eric Casey

This session features expert panelists sharing strategies to maximize a bingo hall’s potential through strategic pricing, player insights, and guest journey. Discussion will explore tiered pricing models and high-margin add-ons, such as early bird specials and progressive jackpots to increase average spend while maintaining accessibility.  

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Roundtable: AI 2.0 A Deeper Dive with Industry Leaders

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

Roundtable Room

Speakers Jason Fiege, Jeremy "JJ" Jakubowicz, Michael Minniear, & Stasi Baran

AI 2.0 brings together experts from the AI in Slots panel and guests for an expanded, interactive conversation. This session goes beyond the basics, exploring the next wave of AI innovation shaping gaming operations, player insights, and strategic decision-making. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to ask direct questions, and learn from leaders who are pushing AI forward in real time.

General Session IV: Sovereignty in Action: Protecting Tribal Nations

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Russ Brien & Victor Rocha | Moderator Kelli Weaver

How does tribal sovereignty shape governance, jurisdiction, and community protection across Indian Country. Panelists will examine the real-world challenges tribes face in asserting sovereign authority, from regulatory oversight to intergovernmental coordination.  Explore historical roots of tribal gaming, Class I games, and ceremonial dice dating back 12,000 years.

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Expo Room & Expo Libations Open

3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Expo Hall

Visit the complimentary beer & wine bar, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes!

Sponsored by Norwegian Cruise Line & Rush Street Interactive.

Networking Happy Hour

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Hotel Lobby Bar

Drinks, apps, music, and more!

Happy Hour sponsored by Eclipse Gaming & OMEGA Systems.

DJ sponsored by nQube.

Drag Queen Binglow!

9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Bingo Hall

Get your glow gear ready for a thrilling experience filled with laughter, excitement, and fantastic prizes under the black lights! 

Event sponsored by iGaming Capital.

DJ sponsored by nQube.


Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Registration & Info

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Will Call

Registration and information will be available each day.

Breakfast, Networking & Exhibitors Open

8:00 am - 9:45 am

Bingo Hall & Expo Room

Pick up breakfast in the Bingo Hall, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes!

Breakfast sponsored by Planet Bingo, Cumming Group & Boing Gaming.

Morning Greeting

9:45 am - 10:00 am

General Session Room

General Session V: Leadership Summit: The Future of Class II Gaming

10:00 am - 11:00 am

General Session Room

Speakers Dan Schrementi, Che Downs & Rob Visintainer | Moderator Dan Kustelski

Discussions will focus on revenue optimization, strengthening and retaining top talent, leveraging technology and digital transformation to enhance player experience and operational efficiency, and fostering strong cultural stewardship across organizations.  

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

General Session VI: Avoiding Misuse of Gaming Revenue via Credit Cards

11:15 am - 12:15 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Shawnna Castellano & David Privratsky

Gaming revenue is the cornerstone of Tribal Operations, but misuse can lead to serious compliance violations. This training focuses on one of the pitfalls: credit card misuse. 

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Roundtable: Bingo Live! featuring a Special Guest

11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Roundtable Room

Speaker Alice Irwin

Get ready for a high-energy, interactive Bingo experience as you’ve never seen before. Bingo Live! brings a special guest to the stage for a fun, fast-paced session packed with audience participation, behind-the-scenes insights, and unexpected twists.  

Lunch, Networking & Exhibitors Open

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Bingo Hall & Expo Room

Sit down for lunch in the Bingo Hall, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes!

Lunch sponsored by Incredible Technologies & Play 'n GO.

General Session VII: Beyond Bingo: Understanding the Modern Class II Player

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Mary Kilmer, Chase Lane & Erik Isner | Moderator Alice Irwin

This panel brings together leaders across operations, technology, and marketing to discuss how Class II players are changing, where younger audiences fit into the future of the industry, and how operators can better use player insights, promotions, digital tools, and customer experience strategies to drive long-term loyalty. 

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

General Session VIII: Class II Mobile Gaming Beyond the Casino Floor

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

General Session Room

Speakers Richard Sagman &  Emmanuel Bezzell | Moderator Megan Nation

This session explores how mobile platforms, geofencing, and server-based compliance work together to support reservation mobile play. Panelists will discuss opportunities for revenue growth, player retention, and reaching younger demographics, as well as the regulatory and technical considerations unique to tribal jurisdictions. 

General Sessions sponsored by IGT | Everi & Worldpay.

Expo Room & Expo Libations Open

3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Expo Room

Visit the complimentary beer & wine bar, visit exhibitors, and play in the Castle Hill Slot Tournament to win prizes!

Sponsored by Norwegian Cruise Line & Rush Street Interactive.

Networking Happy Hour

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Hotel Lobby Bar

Drinks, apps, music, and more!

Happy Hour sponsored by Eclipse Gaming & OMEGA Systems.

DJ sponsored by nQube.

Agenda may change prior and during event at management discretion.

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