BUDDY LEVY is a world-renowned gaming attorney and truly one of the founding fathers of Indian gaming. He negotiated, and held for 20 years, the first Indian gaming management contract. His transaction law practice is focused on the hospitality industry and he has been instrumental in developing resort-casinos across the country (including, what became the highest- grossing casino in the country), as well internationally and at sea. PATRICK MACIEL is a gaming industry leader who has worked alongside leading game manufacturers to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency. With a broad range of IT skills, Patrick specialize in Microsoft relational database technologies, leveraging his substantial expertise to design and implement effective solutions. His legendary problem-solving abilities, combined with extensive experience facilitating and collaborating with diverse teams, allows him to effectively lead people at all organizational levels. This unique blend of technical and interpersonal skills enables his consistent delivery of results that align with both business goals and technological advancements. RUTH ALEXANDER has more than 25 years of commercial banking experience. She’s held continually expanding roles in bank management, as a VA and FHA certified underwriter, and owning her own mortgage company. Her ability to understand and communicate “big picture” financial analysis to clients and lenders has resulted in successful business relationships worldwide. Her on-going relationships with banks and mortgage companies has allowed her to start and build dozens of businesses. She is known as a leading correspondent lender who does MAP loans, hospitality, casinos, skilled nursing homes, assisted living facilities, multi-family, and senior living facilities. Additionaly she has extense experience in construction loans, oil & gas loans, gold mines, renewable energy, and many other types of larger commercial loans. Ruth also certified to underwrite SBA loans with a large SBA lender. JOHNNY WINOKUR is a genuine industry legend from the heyday of Las Vegas, whose seemingly limitless acumen is matched only by his boundless network in the industry. The go-to man for every aspect of operations, Johnny has never had a losing project. His C.V. includes stints at a who’s-who of the classic Las Vegas strip properties as well as casinos, hotels, resorts, and boats in New Orleans, Washington State, and Florida. His expertise in hotels, casinos, vendor relations is legendary. BRAD WILSON is one of the casino world’s best-known and widely-used slot machine experts. Among the casinos where he has directed projects are: New York – New York; Aladdin; The Venation; Mandalay Bay Las Vegas; Monte Carlo Las Vegas; Mina Street Station Las Vegas; Start trek Exp at Hilton Las Vegas; Sunset Station; Orleans Las Vegas; Fiesta Station Las Vegas; Bellagio Las Vegas; Paris Las Vegas; Terrible’s Las Vegas; and dozens more. MONICA MACIEL is a name synonymous with entertainment impact, both in the dazzling lights of Las Vegas and on a national scale. With a career spanning diverse industries, she has left an indelible mark as a dynamic leader, advocate, and dedicated public servant. In the heart of Las Vegas, Monica reigns as the CEO and President of Talent Concepts Inc., a position that speaks volumes about her influence in the entertainment industry. Her remarkable contributions have propelled her into the ranks of the top 100 Most Influential Women in Las Vegas, a recognition well-deserved. However, Monica's reach extends far beyond the neon glow of Vegas. Her passion for the transformative power of music is beautifully exemplified in her leadership as she served as President of California Music Hall of Fame and coordinated the non-profit organization, Music To The Rescue (where she orchestrated a campaign that garnered signatures from the President of the United States, directing critical funds and federal assistance to support two Tennessee counties severely affected by devastating Mississippi River flooding. Monica's influence doesn't stop at music or entertainment; her career in the gaming industry spans more 30 years. She has served as a trusted liaison and advisor to more than 200 casinos, drawing upon her extensive expertise to navigate the intricacies of the entertainment gaming