The American Gaming Association Thursday announced that Michael Rumbolz has been elected chairman by the organization’s board of directors. Rumbolz, currently Everi Holdings’ executive chairman, succeeds Jim Allen, the CEO of Seminole Gaming.
Rumbolz starts his two-year term in January 2024.
“It’s an honor to welcome Mike—an industry legend in his own right—as the next AGA chairman,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller in a statement. “Mike’s career as an operator, manufacturer and regulator is unparalleled and will be vital to driving meaningful progress on industry priorities.”
Rumbolz has worked in hotel and casino operations, equipment manufacturing and distribution, casino fintech, digital gaming, and gaming legislation and regulation. His experience includes stints as Everi’s President and CEO, Nevada’s chief deputy attorney general, and chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to help shape gaming’s future as the AGA’s next chair,” said Rumbolz. “From stopping illegal gambling to evolving responsible gambling, the AGA is tackling transformational issues and I am eager to build on the progress made during Jim’s tenure.”
During his tenure as the AGA’s chairman, Allen helped the organization during the industry’s record-setting COVID recovery, helped refine its approach to responsible gaming and launch new efforts to stop illegal gambling.
“Jim’s knowledge, insight and guidance have helped the AGA advance our mission and maximize our impact for the industry. He’s been a trusted advisor to me, and I am thankful for his partnership over the last two years,” Miller said.
“Our industry and this association have never been stronger,” Allen said. “I am immensely proud of our success over the last two years accelerating gaming’s recovery while defining and advancing new priorities. The AGA is well-positioned under Mike and Bill’s leadership.”
