LAS VEGAS (June 1, 2021) – The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a contract extension for Executive Director Marcus Prater through February 2022 before transitioning to new leadership beginning March 1, 2022.
Prater has been Executive Director since March 2008 and the Board has established a search committee to identify his replacement. Information for qualified applicants is posted at www.AGEM.org/News.
The Board also approved a 1-year contract extension for AGEM Director of Responsible Gaming Connie Jones, now in her eighth year with the organization.
AGEM is a non-profit international technology trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of electronic gaming devices, lotteries, systems, iGaming / online, game content, table games, sports betting, key components and support products and services for the gaming industry. AGEM works to further the interests of gaming equipment suppliers throughout the world. Through political action, regulatory influence, trade show partnerships, educational alliances, information dissemination and good corporate citizenship, the members of AGEM work together to create benefits for every company within the organization. Together, AGEM has assisted regulatory agencies and participated in the legislative process to solve problems and create a business environment where AGEM members can prosper while providing a strong level of support to education and responsible gaming initiatives. For more information, visit www.AGEM.org.